Dr. Jussi Palola is a pioneering innovation leader in digital mobility and energy technologies. Since 2008, he has been driving the evolution of EV charging from vision to a globally scaled industry leader. As co-founder, founding chair, and CEO of Virta Ltd, he has led the company’s transformation from its earliest ideas into one of the largest EV charging platforms, now operating in over 36 countries across Europe and Southeast Asia. Under his leadership, Virta has been listed in the Financial Times FT1000 as one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies for six consecutive years.
Since 2025, Palola has focused on scaling energy innovations with key industry leaders, shaping the future of EV energy solutions. A seasoned business innovator with a proven track record in scaling disruptive technologies, he has successfully turned bold visions into globally scalable solutions. His expertise spans deep knowledge of energy technologies (Dr. Tech) and strategic business leadership (Executive MBA), enabling him to bridge mobility, charging infrastructure, and energy systems in the global energy ecosystem. He has also advised governmental bodies on the future of transportation and energy ecosystem R&D, reinforcing his influence in shaping the global EV energy landscape.