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Aric Ohana
CEO of Envoy / President of Blink Mobility (Nasdaq: BLNK) / Real Estate / Proptech / Mobility / Electrification
Aric Ohana is the President of Blink Mobility, a subsidiary of Blink Charging, effective August 25, 2023. His appointment comes at a pivotal time as the electric vehicle (EV) car-sharing market continues to expand globally. Brendan Jones, President and CEO of Blink Charging, emphasized that Ohana's leadership will be crucial for advancing Blink Mobility's presence in this growing sector.12
Background and Experience
Before joining Blink Mobility, Ohana served as the Chief Executive Officer and a Board member of Envoy Technologies, a company he co-founded in 2017. At Envoy, he led innovative mobility technology operations, focusing on providing shared electric vehicles as amenities for real estate developers and owners.34 Under his leadership, Envoy deployed over 300 electric vehicles across more than 150 properties nationwide.4
In addition to his role at Envoy, Ohana has extensive experience in the real estate industry, spanning over 12 years as an entrepreneur and leader. His strategic vision is expected to enhance Blink Mobility's operations and foster synergies with other subsidiaries like BlueLA Carsharing.12
Vision for Blink Mobility
Ohana expressed his commitment to leading Blink Mobility into its next growth phase, highlighting the importance of expanding access to EVs in communities across the U.S. He aims to spearhead initiatives that promote EV adoption, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable environment.23
His leadership is anticipated to drive Blink Mobility's efforts in the EV car-sharing space, particularly following the acquisition of Envoy and recent funding initiatives aimed at enhancing electric car-sharing services in underserved communities.12