Electric Evolution
Electric Evolution is about the journey to a more sustainable future so we can all do our bit to achieve net zero. Liz Allan will be discussing a variety of topics with experts in their field in order to educate and increase our knowledge of clean and renewable energy, electric vehicles, and the electric vehicle infrastructure. There is so much overwhelming information currently out there and so much to learn. This podcast aims to help people make more informed decisions.
Electric Evolution
Episode 81: Liz Allan and Lawrence Della Valla - Tech, Cars, and Family in the EV Era
Episode 81: Liz Allan and Lawrence Della Valla - Tech, Cars, and Family in the EV Era.
Liz Allan speaks to Lawrence Della Valle, the COO of PayThru and an aficionado of the latest in electric mobility. With a rich background that transitions from banking with giants like Ulster Bank and Royal Bank of Scotland to his current passion at the intersection of technology and logistics at Paythru. Liz and Lawrence plug into personal anecdotes and insights on transitioning from traditional vehicles to the innovative lifestyle of driving EVs. Lawrence recounts his early encounters with his Tesla, and we dive into how electric vehicles reshape daily routines and road trips.
Lawrence shares his perspective on the convenience of charging at home against the backdrop of infrastructure improvements needed for a seamless EV experience. They discuss Lawrence's involvement with PayThru, notably in streamlining the payment process for necessities like shopping, parking, and EV charging, which takes centre stage as we tackle the ever-present topic of range anxiety and the quest for accessible and reliable charging stations.
Lawrence Della Valla Bio:
Lawrence Della Valla is a pragmatic professional whose belief is simple yet effective: "Get stuff done." He had a successful stint at Infinium Logistics, where he worked alongside the esteemed chairman, James Lee. He honed his skills, managing the logistics of thousands of Amazon vans with an eye for efficiency and excellence.
His reputation for getting results caught the attention of Keith Brown, a familiar figure to Lawrence, who extended an invitation to collaborate at Pay Thru. Accepting this new challenge, Lawrence continues to live by his work ethic, taking pride in his ability to navigate complex tasks and drive his team towards achievement.
Lawrence Della Valla Links:
Website: https://paythru.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrence-della-valle-29b93113
Episode Keywords:
Electric vehicles, iPad interface, Technology adoption, Video games
Charging at home, Charging infrastructure, Fuel queue comparison
EV charging planning, Productivity increase, PayThru, COO Lawrence Della Valla
Banking background, Logistics, Driving habits, Road trips, Healthy travel breaks, DPD, EV sceptics, S
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