Meet Your 2027 Candidates for the EVA Board of Directors
Five candidates are on the ballot for election to the Electric Vehicle Association Board of Directors.
EVA members will choose from among the candidates to represent our members on the national board, which sets our nonprofit organization’s direction and priorities. Active EVA members may learn more about them by attending the Meet the Candidates forum to be held on Wednesday, Nov. 19. Active members will receive an invite to register for the forum.
There will be four candidates elected as the board. Online voting will begin immediately after the Meet the forum. A three-member Nominating Committee interviewed nominees and forwarded the names of the people listed below to appear on the ballot.
Read the candidates bios and statements about why they want to serve on our national board below:
Kate Herald Browne
“I’m seeking a seat on the EVA Board to take my local advocacy further.
I live in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, home to a Rivian manufacturing plant, where I’m known as a staunch EV advocate. I’ve been driving electric full-time since 2025, and my road trips across Canada and the western U.S. taught me what drivers really need and value (which can be as simple as a garbage can at a charger!).
I believe real stories from real drivers change minds faster than any spec sheet, and that EVs and their chargers belong in places people don’t expect to see them. As co-founder of a house concert venue, TEDxNormal curator, Bloomington Cultural Commission member, and nonprofit board member, I’ve built partnerships that bring new audiences together. Fifteen years in education and instructional design means I know how to turn those stories into tools others can use.
As a board member, I’ll help chapters share member stories, build community partnerships beyond the EV-enthusiast bubble, and champion drivers’ interests nationwide.”
Feliks Shostak
“I’m seeking a position on the EVA Board because I care deeply about supporting the EV community and helping chapters thrive. Over the years, I’ve gained extensive hands‑on experience with EV ownership, troubleshooting, repair, and real‑world ownership across multiple EV platforms. That work has given me a practical understanding of the challenges drivers face and how to guide people through them with clear, approachable information.
A big part of my passion is helping new owners feel confident. Whether it’s explaining charging behavior, walking through a repair, or demystifying software quirks, I enjoy making technical topics easier to understand and helping people feel supported as they transition into EV ownership. I’ve seen firsthand how much stronger chapters become when members feel welcomed, informed, and connected.
My leadership style is collaborative and service‑oriented. I listen carefully, communicate clearly, and focus on building tools and resources that make a real difference in people’s day‑to‑day experience. I believe EVA’s mission is best advanced through practical education, inclusive engagement, and steady support for chapters and their volunteers.
If elected, I would bring a grounded, owner‑focused perspective to the Board—one centered on strengthening chapter resources, improving member experience, and helping more people feel confident and excited about driving electric.”
Greg Reitman
“I am excited to seek a position on the Electric Vehicle Association Board of Directors because I believe that accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles is essential to building a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future.
As Founder and President of the Blue Water Institute, Founder and Festival Director of the Blue Water Film Festival, and CEO of Blue Water Entertainment, I have dedicated much of my career to environmental education, advocacy, storytelling, and building strategic partnerships that inspire meaningful change.
My work in film and media, including the Sundance Audience Award-winning documentary FUEL, has reinforced my belief in the power of education and compelling storytelling to advance renewable energy, clean technology, and sustainable transportation.
I bring extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, corporate sponsorship development, marketing, public relations, and community engagement. I understand the importance of building strong organizations by empowering local leaders, expanding partnerships, and creating opportunities for collaboration.
My vision for EVA is to help strengthen its chapters, expand membership, attract corporate and philanthropic support, and elevate the organization's national visibility. I would particularly focus on developing strategic partnerships with automotive manufacturers, technology companies, environmental organizations, and educational institutions while creating innovative outreach campaigns that make electric vehicle ownership more accessible and understandable.
I am a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and action-oriented leader who believes that lasting change happens when people unite around a shared purpose.
It would be an honor to contribute my experience, relationships, and passion for sustainability to help EVA grow its impact and accelerate the transition to electric transportation.”
Will Scherle
“I left my corporate career to teach people about transportation electrification. There is an incredible gap in understanding of how EVs work, the benefits, and the operational savings that likely exist for most ICE drivers. I developed an interactive and educational program that helps people truly understand why transportation electrification makes sense. My experience and drive would open up new opportunities and sources of funding. I would genuinely help the organization grow, connect with more people, and raise awareness about the benefits of transportation electrification.”
Minsoo Pak
“The shift to electric driving is one of the biggest changes our transportation and energy systems have seen in a century, and its success will be decided as much in local communities as in boardrooms and statehouses. I’d like to help EVA’s chapters lead that change.
I spent ten years as a partner at EY, where I led Innovation Realized across the Americas and worked as a futurist helping electric utilities plan long-term investments under regulatory uncertainty. Before that, I founded and led experience-design firms, helping organizations tell their stories and connect with the people they serve. Today I advise and invest in early-stage companies in energy and physical infrastructure, and I speak about using foresight to make better long-term decisions.
I’m also a lifelong car enthusiast, and since 2007 I’ve volunteered as an instructor with Tire Rack Street Survival, teaching teen drivers car control and safety.
On the board, I’ll focus on helping chapters anticipate what’s coming in charging, grid readiness, and policy, strengthen relationships with utilities and local leaders, and grow engagement as EVs move into the mainstream. I’d be honored to have your support.”