Jay Friedland
About Jay Friedland
Jay Friedland serves as the VP of Government Relations and Public Policy at Zero Motorcycles and has extensive experience in the electric vehicle sector, including roles at Plug In America and Gridchange. He holds degrees in Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering from Boston University and has a strong focus on sustainability and renewable energy technologies.
Work at Zero Motorcycles
Jay Friedland has held multiple roles at Zero Motorcycles since 2008. He currently serves as the Vice President of Government Relations and Public Policy, a position he has occupied for 16 years. His previous roles at the company include Vice President of Marketing from 2008 to 2010 and Vice President of Strategy and Sustainability from 2010 to 2015. In these capacities, he contributed to the company's growth and strategic direction, focusing on sustainability and market positioning.
Current Role at Plug In America
Since 2016, Jay Friedland has worked as a Senior Policy Advisor at Plug In America. In this role, he focuses on the development of policies related to electric vehicles and infrastructure. His experience in government relations and public policy allows him to influence legislation and promote sustainable transportation solutions within the San Francisco Bay Area.
Education and Expertise
Jay Friedland holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Boston University. His educational background supports his expertise in autonomous vehicles and renewable energy technologies. He has applied this knowledge in various roles, particularly in shaping policies that promote electric vehicle adoption and infrastructure development.
Background in Marketing and Strategy
Prior to his current roles, Jay Friedland gained extensive experience in marketing and strategic management. He served as the Vice President of Strategic Marketing at Spyglass from 1996 to 1998 and as a Group Marketing Manager at Sun Microsystems from 1987 to 1992. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in marketing strategies and business development.
Consultancy and Leadership
Jay Friedland has been leading an advanced energy consultancy since 2018, focusing on sustainability and regulatory issues. Additionally, he has been a Managing Partner at Cinemagic Partners, Ltd since 1998. His consultancy work emphasizes the integration of renewable energy technologies and the promotion of sustainable practices across various sectors.