Jérémie Bernardin Speaking Topics

• Electrifying Change: Navigating the Transformation of the Transportation Sector

  We live in an era of monumental change, driven by accelerating advancements and electrification in the transportation industry. Embracing these changes and finding innovative solutions to navigate them has become an existential necessity for leaders in the sector. In this engaging talk, attendees will discover how the potential for leadership is intricately woven with the willingness to take calculated risks and push beyond the boundaries of comfort for the benefit of a greener, more sustainable future. The discourse is a wake-up call, highlighting how personal and organizational discomfort can lead to radical growth, and how cultivating the courage to lead change, rather than merely react to it, becomes the ultimate competitive edge. Leaders from all strata of the transportation sector are invited to explore how they can leverage the potential of the Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, such as AI, IoT, electric vehicles, and charging infrastructure, to usher in an electrifying new era without losing their core values and identity.

  Attendee Results:

  • Understand how discomfort, driven by rapid technological advancements and the urgent need for sustainable practices, can be a catalyst for innovative thinking and groundbreaking solutions in the transportation industry.

  • Discover the vital role personal and organizational discomfort plays in the success or failure of the adoption and implementation of electric vehicles and associated infrastructure.

  • Witness a compelling demonstration of the human experience in the face of technological transformation, revealing its essence as a dynamic, iterative journey rather than a fixed endpoint.

  • Learn a novel methodology that frames constraints, challenges, and problems in the electrification of the transportation sector as opportunities for growth, to be embraced rather than avoided. This approach serves as a pathway to foster innovation.

  • Develop an interconnected community of visionaries who set audacious goals, thereby encouraging and even necessitating actions that previously seemed inconceivable. This 'ecology of people' fosters a culture that not only adapts to change but actively drives it, redefining the transportation landscape for the better.

• Customer-Centric Electrification: Steering the EV Experience

  In the rapidly changing landscape of the transportation sector, the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) is not just a technological revolution, but a paradigm shift in customer expectations and experiences. In this insightful talk, participants will explore how businesses tied to the vehicle industry are intimately tied to understanding, managing, and exceeding customer expectations. It sheds light on the transformative power of a customer-centric approach in driving not just the growth of individual businesses, but the entire industry. This talk outlines many of the customers pain points and identifies what needs to change, for it's these challenges that offer the richest opportunities for innovation and development.

  By embracing the technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, such as AI, IoT, and Big Data, and integrating them with a deep understanding of customer desires and needs, we can create a holistic, seamless, and rewarding EV ownership for customers.

  Attendee Results:

  • Learn how discomfort, arising from the rapid evolution of customer expectations in the EV industry, can stimulate innovative thinking and solutions tailored specifically to meet these emerging needs.

  • Understand the critical role that managing evolving customer expectations plays in the success or failure of businesses in the EV sector.

  • Engage with real-life examples that demonstrate how customer experiences are being reshaped by the ongoing electric revolution in the transportation sector, and how these experiences can serve as powerful catalysts for industry-wide transformation.

  • Develop a set of ideas and goals to champion initiatives that were previously unimaginable. This renewed commitment to customer satisfaction, paves the way for creating remarkable EV customer experiences and propelling the industry forward.

Electrifying Commerce: Navigating the Revolution in Commercial Vehicle Transportation

In an era of rapid advancement and sustainability initiatives, the commercial vehicle transportation sector is at the forefront of transformative change. The shift from traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles to electric and hydrogen-powered alternatives presents unprecedented challenges and opportunities. This pivotal presentation delves into the heart of this transformation, highlighting how the discomfort brought about by such massive change can stimulate innovative thinking and breakthrough ideas.

From light-duty to heavy-duty segments, and long-haul trucking, Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies such as IoT, AI, and automated driving are being adopted to create a more efficient and environmentally friendly transportation industry. It is simply not a matter of if, but of when this transition will take place, simple economic benefits of these new technologies will revolutionize the commercial vehicle sector.

The current challenges • capital constraints, driver shortages, and the hurdles in adopting new technologies • aren't small obstacles, but the reward of jumping in earlier create valuable opportunities. These challenges are met with innovative solutions that could fundamentally reshape how goods are transported, potentially reducing costs and boosting the overall economy.

Attendee Results:

• Understand how the commercial vehicle sector is on the tipping point of monumental change.

• Explore the challenges the industry is facing and the driving forces that are pushing this transition forward.

• Explore potential future scenarios of organizations that are buying into a sustainable transportation future.

• The shift to electrification is a service not just to businesses, but the larger ecosystem and future generations. The rewards include not just a return on investment but a ripple of impact • the cumulative effect of our actions on the economy, society, and the environment.

Powering the Future: Navigating the Complexities of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure and Smart Grids

In this era of sustainable transitions and technological advancement, the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure is undergoing transformative change. The shift from conventional fueling methods to widespread EV charging solutions presents a wealth of behavioral and mindset challenges and often misunderstood opportunities. This pivotal presentation delves into the core of this transforming industry.

From the development of expansive charging networks to the integration of smart grids, new technologies are being adopted to create a more efficient, resilient, and environmentally friendly transportation sector. This road is riddled with bumps and challenges, along with opportunities for a more resilient clean future.

Current challenges – such as the rapid growth of the EV market, the demands on electricity production, and the complexities of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) and the need for consumer education for vehicle-to-home (V2H) technologies – are substantial but not insurmountable. Addressing these early creates invaluable opportunities. These challenges are met with innovative solutions that can reshape how energy is distributed and consumed, potentially reducing costs and boosting grid resilience.

Attendee Results:

• Understand the EV charging infrastructure is at in 2023 and where it is heading.

• Explore the challenges this sector is facing and the driving forces propelling this transition forward.

• Discover potential future scenarios for organizations investing in a sustainable transportation future.

• Learn how the transition to smart grids will serve the larger ecosystem and help meet sustainability goals for future generations.