We’re on a mission to transform the EV charging landscape.
OUR MISSION + VALUES
We believe everyone deserves the power to go anywhere—and the freedom to enjoy the ride.
We’re driving toward a future without charging anxiety—where every EV owner has the freedom to plug in anytime, anywhere. By removing barriers to charging, we unlock the full promise of electric mobility, resulting in faster adoption, lower emissions, and a more connected, mobile world for all.
Sustainably Designed
Responsibly Sourced
Locally Produced
Supporting People + The Planet
OUR STORY
It started with a close call.
Daria was down to his final miles, with no charger in sight. Deep in the mountains and his family by his side, he pulled up to a charging station—only to find the chargers out of service. At the next stop, the cords had been cut. Though he eventually managed to plug in, the experience stuck with him. And he soon realized he wasn’t alone. EVs were everywhere, but the charging infrastructure wasn’t keeping up.
After meeting Darren—an electrical systems engineer—through the local startup incubator Matchstick Lab, the two set out to tackle one of the biggest challenges in the EV industry: charging anxiety. Just a few months later, in a small industrial workshop in Poulsbo, Washington, they built the first prototype of the EV PowerHandle—the world’s first all-in-one emergency EV charger.
OUR STORY
Driven by purpose, fueled by innovation, and built for change.
Daria Ilgen
CEO
For over 20 years, Daria has led growth and strategic partnerships for tech giants like Amazon.com and Expedia while scaling early-stage startups. He specializes in simplifying the complex, structuring the ambition, and turn bold ideas into measurable results.
Darren O’Connor
Chief Product Officer
With 25+ years powering networks like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, Darren has turned a lifelong love of battery storage and power systems into real-world impact. From free Sunday batteries at RadioShack to future-ready EV tech, he’s on a mission power what’s next.
Gabe Jacobs
Chief Marketing Officer
For the past two decades, Gabe has helped mission-driven brands—from Microsoft and the Gates Foundation to early-stage startups—build deeper connections with their audiences. His approach remains unchanged: think big, test small, learn fast, optimize always.
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