Zero Emission Workshop

Timothy B. Fuchs is a seasoned Public Affairs professional working with IKEA Canada for the last 7 years.  As Head of Public Affairs, Tim’s role focuses on building meaningful relationships across public, private, and community sectors, with a focus on bringing clear solutions to the table. Prior to having an active family and home life, Tim was a (very!) amateur stand-up comedian, performing on stage and leading his “Humour in the Workplace” corporate workshops. Currently, Tim is passionate about mentoring emerging leaders, helping to empower the next generate of public affairs and government relations professionals. 

Dave Jerman is an Account Executive at PowerON Energy Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ontario Power Generation, specializing in commercial fleet electrification and EV charging infrastructure. With expertise from the transportation and heavy-duty trucking industries, Dave brings valuable perspective to the EV sector.

Having worked on emission control systems for HD engines since 2010, he now guides clients through electrification implementation. Dave’s industry knowledge has led to recognition as an expert in several trucking publications and invitations as a guest speaker on numerous podcasts. His dedication, expertise, and collaborative approach help commercial customers implement optimized decarbonization solutions