Expert Host & Moderator

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Expert Host

I keep audiences engaged and the schedule on track, ensuring the day runs smoothly. Because I understand the sectors I work in—from HVAC to heavy vehicles—my links are substantive, not just filler. I listen for the 'so what' in every session, making sure I’m always asking the right questions.
Panel Moderator

I approach every panel with a journalist’s eye. My goal is to make sure each answer flows into the next, following up when necessary and making sure the audience gets real value from the session. I’m there to make your experts look good while ensuring we address the big industry topics.
Speaker

I deliver talks that bridge the gap between technical industry and human performance. I don’t do corporate fluff. My talks focus on why high-performance, technical industries need neurodivergent thinkers and what needs to be done to encourage more women into male-dominated sectors.

Testimonials

Jess is incredibly knowledgeable in the area of EV. She is masterful in her ability to engage a crowd and was instrumental in ensuring that speakers and visitors were happy during the event.

Emma-Jayne King - InstallerSHOW
Jess was top of my list when reaching out to expert facilitators for the Zemo Partnership Moving to Zero event in Cardiff; Jess ran a stakeholder engagement workshop - no mean feat given the very tight timings, number of delegates in the room and requested outcomes. Jess exceeded expectations and delivered beyond scope.

Gill Nowell - Hosted by Gill | Global Women in EV Day
Jess stepped in at very short notice to moderate a T&E UK webinar on social leasing as a way to accelerate and fairly distribute access to electric vehicles. She delivered a smooth, well-structured discussion, guiding the conversation with confidence and clarity.

Kate Appleton - Transport & Environment

Subject matter expertise

Future of mobility and transport

EV infrastructure: Charging standardisation, urban charging solutions, grid integration, and battery energy storage.
Commercial vehicles: Fleet decarbonisation, last-mile logistics, telematics and data, and driver health.
Autonomous and connected vehicles: Electric vehicle adoption, smart cities, and transport ecosystems.
Energy and built environment

Domestic electrification: Heat pump adoption, battery storage, solar, and energy security.
Net zero strategy: Decarbonising heat and power, policy, and sustainability.
Smart buildings: Internet of things, connected infrastructure, flexible energy management.
Neurodiversity and equality

Neurodiversity in engineering: Optimising technical environments for ADHD talent, high-performance workflows, and divergent problem-solving
The talent pipeline: Re-engineering recruitment, addressing the STEM skills gap, and workforce retention strategies
Women in industry: Closing the gender gap, structural retention, and leadership pathways.

Recent highlights

Workshop: Decarbonising Urban Commercial Transport

Ran a 40-minute workshop at the Zemo Partnership Moving to Zero event. This centred around the challenge. of decarbonisation and surfaced nine ideas for the Zemo stakeholder group to explore.
Designing for Net Zero (elementalLONDON)

Moderated a high-level technical panel featuring Mace Group, GeoPura, and Canary Wharf Group. Navigated complex discussions on hydrogen-powered energy, carbon standards, and supply chain decarbonisation for the built environment.
Women Powering the Electric Transition (Global Women in EV)

Moderated a session at the launch of Global Women in EV Day. We discussed supporting women within the industry, how we can amplify women’s voices, and how we can continue to make an impact,
Women in STEM: Leadership & Pathways (InstallerSHOW)

Chaired a flagship keynote panel featuring Rachel Riley and leaders from British Gas Zero and Toolstation. Managed a high-profile, multi-perspective conversation on fixing the talent pipeline and career longevity for women in technical sectors.
Salary Sacrifice: The Zero-Cost Benefit (National EV Week)

Hosted a strategic session for business leaders on EV salary sacrifice implementation. Navigated technical discussions on tax liabilities, staff retention, and corporate decarbonisation with experts from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), Ayvens, and BT.
Built & Infrastructure Stage Host (Innovation Zero)

Chairing the Built & Infrastructure stage at Innovation Zero 2026. Beginning with opening remarks focusing on the gap between board-level talks and implementation.
Technical Stage Host (Commercial Vehicle Show)

As the lead host for the Technical Stage, I facilitated discussions with road transport and logistics leaders. Leveraging a deep understanding of the HGV and van sectors, I hosted sessions on vehicle maintenance, truck charging, emissions standards, and more.
Making Space: Neurodiversity & Performance (HotSource)

Delivered a high-impact keynote on the reality of being a neurodivergent woman in automotive. Using a blend of journalistic insight and lived experience, I explored how I found my people and got past trying to fit in, instead embracing who I was and leaning on my strengths.
Decarbonising Home Energy (Everything Electric)

Featured expert panelist discussing the practicalities of heat pump adoption, domestic electrification, and the transition to a low-carbon grid. We covered the needs of the consumer and how to chosse a heat pump, as well as taking audience questions.