Ampersand Executive and Leadership Team

Matthew Higgins, the Chief Operating Officer at Ampersand, directs the daily execution of battery swapping network logistics and commercial e-motorcycle fleet management. Overseeing regional operational efficiency, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that energy supply chains remain robust across diverse African markets. This leadership role involves scaling infrastructure to meet the rising demand for affordable, lower-carbon public transport. By optimizing fleet performance and maintenance protocols, Matthew Higgins directly impacts the reliability of the company's energy services. Higgins maintains close coordination with technical teams to integrate hardware advancements into existing operational workflows. Through rigorous oversight of field activities, the Chief Operating Officer drives the expansion of the network, ensuring that the company maintains a competitive edge in the electric transport sector while supporting the broader mission of creating sustainable green jobs.

Alper Tilev, the Founder, President & Chief Technology Officer at Ampersand, architects the core technological framework powering the company's electric transport energy ecosystem. Managing the research and development of battery swapping technology, the Chief Technology Officer ensures that all hardware and software solutions meet high performance standards for commercial use. This leadership role involves setting the long-term technical vision to maintain the company's position as a leader in electric mobility. By spearheading innovation in energy storage and vehicle integration, Alper Tilev directly influences the scalability of the entire network. Tilev collaborates with engineering departments to refine product design and improve energy efficiency across the fleet. Through constant iteration of proprietary technology, the Founder, President & Chief Technology Officer secures the company's ability to provide reliable, affordable energy solutions that facilitate the transition to cleaner public transport systems.

Alice Rwema, the Chief Legal Officer at Ampersand, manages all regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and legal strategy for the company's expanding electric transport operations. Overseeing complex contractual frameworks and intellectual property protection, the Chief Legal Officer ensures that the business navigates the evolving legal landscape of the African energy sector effectively. This leadership role involves mitigating risk while supporting the company's mission to provide affordable, lower-carbon transport solutions. By advising the executive team on policy developments and regional regulatory requirements, Alice Rwema directly impacts the company's ability to scale its battery swapping network. Rwema coordinates with external stakeholders and government bodies to foster a supportive environment for electric mobility. Through diligent legal oversight, the Chief Legal Officer secures the company's operational integrity and supports the long-term sustainability of the business model.

Valerie Okinda, the Chief People Officer at Ampersand, directs human capital strategy, talent acquisition, and organizational culture to support the company's mission of creating green jobs. Overseeing the development of internal training programs and performance management systems, the Chief People Officer ensures that the workforce remains aligned with the company's goals for electric transport innovation. This leadership role involves fostering an inclusive environment that attracts top talent to the renewable energy sector. By implementing initiatives that promote professional growth and employee engagement, Valerie Okinda directly impacts the company's operational capacity and productivity. Okinda collaborates with other C-suite leaders to ensure that organizational structure supports rapid scaling across regional markets. Through strategic workforce planning, the Chief People Officer builds the internal capabilities necessary to sustain the company's status as a leader in the electric transport energy industry.