Field Frequency

Jason Cortes
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Field Frequency sits at the intersection of energy and technology, where innovation powers possibility. Each episode brings you a steady stream of insights, real-world stories, and timely updates straight from the field. From breakthrough advancements and evolving infrastructure to expert perspectives on emerging tech, we uncover the tools, trends, and talent shaping the future of EV, fueling, and the technology that surrounds both industries. Whether you’re deep in the industry or simply curious about where energy meets innovation, Field Frequency keeps you connected, informed, and inspired — fueling the future, one conversation at a time.

  1. 5D AGO

    Hard Truths About EV Charging ROI: Rohan Puri on Making Sites Profitable

    In this episode of Field Frequency, Rohan Puri, co-founder of Stable, breaks down how data and predictive analytics are transforming EV charging from guesswork into a disciplined, ROI-driven business. The conversation explores how better site selection, utilization forecasting, and dynamic pricing are key to building profitable charging networks—and why the industry must move beyond early deployment habits toward financially sustainable strategies. Guest: Rohan Puri, Co-Founder, Stable Overview: Stable provides software to optimize EV charger placement, pricing, and performanceFocus on maximizing utilization and accelerating ROIKey Topics: Why early EV charging deployments missed the markImportance of data-driven site selectionUtilization as the key driver of profitabilityDynamic pricing and its growing adoptionCommon misconceptions (traffic ≠ charging demand)Industry Insights: High utilization is concentrated in a small number of sitesCo-locating chargers can increase usage, not reduce itPrivate equity interest signals market maturationBig Takeaway: EV charging success depends on treating infrastructure like a business—driven by data, pricing strategy, and disciplined investment decisionsFeatured Guest Bio  Rohan Puri is the Co-Founder and CEO of Stable Auto, an EV charging data analytics platform. He focuses on addressing one of the biggest barriers to widespread EV adoption—the lack of reliable and scalable charging infrastructure—by enabling more informed, data-driven decision-making. To support this, Stable’s proprietary software leverages AI to analyze prospective charging sites and predict long-term profitability. Drawing on more than 70 million data points, the platform helps charging networks, infrastructure developers, and financial institutions forecast EV charging usage and costs over the lifecycle of a charger. Prior to founding Stable, Rohan developed software and machine learning models at MIT Media Lab, where he contributed to the advancement of diagnostic devices and biometric sensors. In parallel with his work at MIT, he advised technology startups through Techstars and the Harvard Innovation Lab and has also spoken at TEDx event

    39 min

  2. MAR 31

    Ekoenergetyka: Charger Reliability Starts in the Lab, Not the Parking Lot

    In this episode of Field Frequency, Galen Heyman of Ekoenergetica shares how his background in service and solar shaped his approach to building EV charging infrastructure. The conversation highlights Ecoenergetica’s entry into the North American market, backed by proven European technology and a vertically integrated model. A key focus is the importance of designing service as a core strategy—not an afterthought—along with the need for better reliability metrics beyond “uptime.” Galen emphasizes proactive maintenance, strong feedback loops, and quality-driven growth as essential to delivering a seamless charging experience. Inside the episode Overview: Ekoenergetica enters North America with proven European EV charging technologyFocus on quality, reliability, and long-term market growthKey Topics: Service as a core strategy, not an afterthoughtChallenges of scaling across U.S. geographyVertically integrated model (hardware, software, service)Importance of in-house testing and quality controlSupply chain planning and U.S.-based parts inventoryPerformance & Metrics: Moving beyond “uptime”Focus on fault frequency, MTTR, and first-time charge successBig Takeaway: Success in EV charging depends on proactive service, strong partnerships, and delivering a seamless end-user experience About Galen Heyman Galen Heyman, current Head of Service, Training, and Logistics at Ekoenergetyka, has a multifaceted career spanning operations, sales, technical, and customer service, with a proven track record of innovation and success in startup environments. He excels at providing vision and direction to implement strategies and processes that deliver a best-in-class customer experience while driving profitable revenue growth. As a leader of customer success functions, he is adept at managing talent, resolving customer issues, and building operational excellence that results in high customer satisfaction. His expertise includes setting up network operating centers, developing training services, launching and integrating CRMs, establishing EPC branches, developing call centers, and delivering a broad range of project management and operational capabilities.

    46 min

  3. MAR 17

    Chargeway: Translating Electricity Into Fuel

    In this episode of Field Frequency, Jason Cortes sits down with Matt Teske, Founder and CEO of Chargeway, to talk about one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption: confusion. From his roots in automotive culture to building a platform designed to simplify EV charging, Matt shares why the industry’s challenge is not just technology, but communication. Together, they explore consumer friction, charging anxiety, infrastructure visibility, OEM strategy, and what it may take to build greater confidence in electrification. In this conversation, Jason and Matt unpack the gap between EV innovation and EV understanding. Matt shares how a real-world charging mishap helped spark the idea for Chargeway and explains why he believes EV adoption is being slowed less by range and more by friction, messaging, and fuel confidence. The episode explores how Chargeway helps simplify the charging experience by translating complex charging data into a more intuitive, driver-friendly format. Jason and Matt also discuss how automakers, charging networks, dealers, and utilities each play a role in shaping the EV customer experience. In this episode, they discuss: Matt Teske’s automotive background and the origin story behind ChargewayWhy EV charging is still too complicated for the average driverHow Chargeway simplifies charging with color-coded plugs and power levelsThe difference between range anxiety and fuel confidenceWhy consumer education may be one of the biggest missing pieces in EV adoptionThe role of OEMs, dealers, charging networks, and utilities in the EV ecosystemHow inconsistent messaging may be creating more friction in the marketWhy Tesla’s charging network changed the conversation for legacy automakersThe opportunity for the EV industry to improve clarity, consistency, and trustAbout Matt Teske Matt Teske is a storyteller and brand builder whose work has focused primarily on the automotive and energy industries. He believes that for any product or service to succeed, it needs a compelling story that connects with its audience. Those stories are rarely accidental. They are built through thoughtful planning, creative collaboration, and innovative execution. Throughout his career, Matt has led projects for some of the world’s most recognizable brands. Through his own business and as a consultant, he has served in roles including Chief Strategy Officer, creative director, brand strategist, producer, and PR manager. His work has spanned brand development for startups, concept car design, action sports apparel launches, NCAA football helmet design, international editorial writing, and even stand-up comedy. Today, Matt is focused on the growth of Chargeway, a software platform designed to simplify the electric fueling experience for EV drivers and the broader electric vehicle industry. When time allows, he also provides branding and strategy consulting across a range of industries, with a particular focus on transportation and clean energy.

    41 min

  4. MAR 3

    How Petroleum Retailers Evolve: Global Partner's Take on the Next Fueling Era

    In this episode of Field Frequency, we sit down with James Cater, Senior Director of Sustainability at Global Partners, to explore what happens when petroleum retail meets electrification. James shares his “molecules to electrons” origin story, from launching one of the largest EV make-ready programs in the country at Eversource Energy to helping Global thoughtfully integrate EV charging into its retail footprint. This conversation dives into the operational, financial, and cultural realities of bringing EV charging to traditional fueling locations. From dwell time economics to demand charges, from brand control to customer loyalty, James explains why EV infrastructure is not a threat to fuel retail, but an evolution of it. The takeaway? The future forecourt is not about choosing gasoline or electrons. It is about designing an experience that makes customers want to stay. Show Notes Guest OverviewConversation with James Cater, Senior Director of Sustainability at Global PartnersFocus on petroleum retail and EV charging convergenceFrom Utility to RetailBackground at Eversource launching major EV make-ready programsTransition to building EV charging strategy within fuel retailWho Global Partners IsIntegrated midstream/downstream fuel companyRetail brands include Alltown Fresh and Honey FarmsEVs as Evolution, Not CompetitionCharging positioned as another fuel typeSelective, strategic deployment rather than “chargers everywhere”Customer Experience & Dwell TimeEV drivers stay longer, increasing in-store conversionPremium retail offerings align with EV demographicsSafety, lighting, and amenities are criticalOwnership vs. Hosting ChargersLeasing to CPOs as an entry strategyShift toward owning chargers to control brand and operationEconomics & IncentivesUtilization drives long-term value NEVI, state, and utility incentives help de-risk projectsDemand charges are a major profitability factorScaling & Site StrategyLarger port counts and faster charging becoming standardNew-to-industry builds offer cost and infrastructure advantagesIndustry SentimentMany retailers remain cautiousInnovation depends on leadership willing to look ahead

    40 min

  5. FEB 17

    Curo’s Utilization Fix: Turning Chargers into Investable Assets

    In this episode of Field Frequency, Jason sits down with Kieran White, founder of Curo, to unpack one of the EV industry’s most overlooked levers: making charging infrastructure truly investable. From a rebellious start that led him from Tesla’s Model 3 launch logistics to founding Curo, Kieran shares how firsthand fleet charging pain points sparked the concept of the “Virtual Depot.” Together, they explore how contracted fleet demand can transform EV chargers from speculative infrastructure into revenue-backed assets. The conversation dives into monetizing underutilized parking, aligning fleets with real estate owners, navigating market headwinds, and why the future of EV charging depends on coordination between fleets, developers, and investors. If you care about uptime, utilization, and sustainable business models in EV charging, this episode connects the dots. Show Notes: Kieran White’s journey from Tesla logistics to founding CuroThe charging bottleneck problem that inspired the Virtual Depot modelWhat it means to treat EV chargers as investable assetsContracted fleet offtake and why revenue certainty mattersMonetizing underutilized parking infrastructureLevel 2 vs. DC fast charging in fleet environmentsSite host strategy: niche properties vs. large portfolio REITsFleet electrification headwinds and shifting regulatory dynamicsHow Curo coordinates fleets, real estate owners, and investorsThe future vision for scalable, demand-driven charging deploymentA thoughtful conversation on where EV infrastructure is headed and how smarter deployment models can move the industry from momentum to maturity.

    39 min

  6. FEB 3

    Paren: What 100 Million Daily Data Points Reveal About EV Charging

    Episode 14 of Field Frequency explores how data quality, not just hardware deployment, will determine the success of EV charging at scale. Florent Breton explains how Paren addresses a fundamental industry flaw: drivers often receive misleading signals about charger availability and reliability. By aggregating live data from nearly all U.S. fast-charging ports, standardizing inconsistent protocols, and moving beyond anecdotal reviews, Paren provides a statistically grounded view of real-world charging performance. The conversation connects software intelligence with field realities, highlighting how actionable data helps charge point operators detect failing stalls, improve utilization, guide maintenance, and make smarter expansion decisions. With EV charging demand and infrastructure growing in parallel, Florent makes the case that reliability, transparency, and standardization are the next phase of industry evolution. The episode concludes with insights from Paren’s latest State of the Industry Report, confirming that EV charging in the U.S. is accelerating, improving, and approaching equilibrium, even as regional disparities remain. Jason sits down with Florent Breton, Co-Founder and CEO of Paren, to unpack one of the most critical challenges in EV charging today: reliable, standardized data. Florent shares his journey from Paris to San Francisco, his time leading energy operations at Tesla, and the firsthand charging frustrations that inspired him to co-found Paren. What started as a driver pain point evolved into a powerful data platform serving charge point operators, automakers, fleets, and ride-share companies. Inside the Episode: Florent’s transition from Tesla Energy to entrepreneurship in EV infrastructureWhy “uptime” does not equal “working” in EV chargingThe danger of anecdotal and crowdsourced charging dataHow Paren aggregates, standardizes, and enriches EV charging dataThe role of data in improving driver experience, utilization, and ROIActionable insights for CPOs, beyond dashboardsField realities of charger maintenance and wear pointsHow software intelligence and field service work togetherHighlights from Paren’s newly released State of the Industry Report Data Highlights from the Episode 70,000 public DC fast-charging ports tracked in the U.S.100 million data events processed daily by Paren18,041 new DC fast-charging ports deployed in 2025 (+30% YoY)141 million successful DC fast-charging sessions in 2025Monthly sessions grew from 9M (early 2025) to over 13M (December) Notable Insights Reliability is multi-dimensional: power delivery, first-attempt success, session duration, and consistency all matterEV charging growth is strong but uneven across regionsUrban areas face saturation while other regions lag in adoptionBetter data enables smarter deployment, maintenance prioritization, and strategic expansionThe EV charging industry is maturing, not contracting How to Learn More Visit paren.app to explore Paren’s platformDownload the free State of the Industry ReportExplore open roles on Paren’s Careers pageFollow Paren on LinkedIn for ongoing insights

    39 min

  7. JAN 20

    Building Where Power Already Exists: The XCharge Approach to Smart Deployment

    Guest: Atish Patel, CEO (X-Charge Group) and Head of North America, X-Charge Host: Jason Cortes Primary Topics: X-Charge origin story, infrastructure-first DC fast charging, ROI and uptime, maintainability, long-term viability, market outlook Jason sits down with Atish Patel to unpack how X-Charge entered North America with a different philosophy: build charging hardware around the realities of existing electrical infrastructure. Atish shares how he started as a customer, struggled with ROI due to installation complexity and power constraints (especially 208V vs. 480V), then partnered with X-Charge to co-develop a North America-ready solution. The conversation covers product differentiation, operator ROI, serviceability, reliability, and how X-Charge addresses industry concerns around OEM stability. Key Takeaways Infrastructure-first design is X-Charge’s core differentiator, especially compatibility with common U.S. site power (e.g., 208V three-phase).Reducing installation friction (simpler terminations, integrated systems) helps lower deployment cost and accelerate time-to-revenue.ROI is treated as a design principle, not just a financial metric. Uptime, maintainability, and speed-to-repair are part of the ROI story.Maintainability by design: key service items (like cables and boards) are engineered for accessibility, reducing technician time on-site.Viability strategy: transparency, standardized components, documentation/training, and partner ecosystems to avoid single-point dependency.Market outlook: optimistic growth with watchpoints on subsidies, broader economic conditions, and a shift toward “utility-first” EVs.

    39 min

  8. JAN 6

    Blink Forward: Mike Battaglia on Building a Profitable Fast-Charging Future

    In Episode 12 of Field Frequency, Jason sits down with Mike Battaglia, CEO of Blink Charging, to unpack what it takes to build a profitable, reliable charging network in a market that has moved from hype to hard truths. Mike shares his journey from the automotive world and JD Power into EV infrastructure, why Blink is doubling down on owning the software and operating profitable assets, and how driver experience, uptime, and disciplined growth are shaping Blink’s “next chapter” across Level 2 and DC fast charging. Inside the Episode Mike’s path to EV chargingThe Blink leadership climbBlink’s core DNA: owner-operator firstVertical integration, refinedDriver experience: the simplest standard winsListening loops: CSAT + NPS + diagnosticsFleets and OEMs: different needs, different playbooksReliability at scale: why partnerships matterBlink by the numbersProfitability: the industry’s overdue requirementDC fast charging strategyPolicy friction and the permitting problemCapital markets reality checkVision: what Blink success looks like in 3 years

    32 min
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Field Frequency sits at the intersection of energy and technology, where innovation powers possibility. Each episode brings you a steady stream of insights, real-world stories, and timely updates straight from the field. From breakthrough advancements and evolving infrastructure to expert perspectives on emerging tech, we uncover the tools, trends, and talent shaping the future of EV, fueling, and the technology that surrounds both industries. Whether you’re deep in the industry or simply curious about where energy meets innovation, Field Frequency keeps you connected, informed, and inspired — fueling the future, one conversation at a time.

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  • Creator
    Jason Cortes
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Field Frequency
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