Caro is Director Network Development at Fastned, and in charge of the roll-out of the network of fast-charging stations across Europe. Caro joined the fast-growing Dutch company - famous for its stations with the iconic canopies - seven years ago. She was responsible for Fastned’s successful entry into the Belgian market. Since then, Caro has contributed to the company's growth strategy and market positioning. She plays a crucial role in some of Fastned's leading projects, such as shop development, inner-city charging hubs and new country expansion. Caro studied energy engineering at KU Leuven and Imperial College. She has nine years of experience in strategy, business development and innovation management and worked previously for Roland Berger and Ørsted Wind Power in Brussels, Copenhagen and The Hague.
Think like a founder: how the right mission amplifies your potential.
14:30 – 14:50
The best way to start your career is, as Socrates stated "All I know is that I know nothing". After university, your ability to sponge up information is at its peak. This talk is about learning in all of its aspects: learning on the job, learning about teams and leadership, and above all learning what sparks your energy. By challenging your mind, and the context around you "how would I act if this was my company", you will learn about decision making and a company's true mission. And at some point in your career, early on or a bit later, you will identify the mission which amplifies your potential.