Take Charge is a global community of Battery & Electrification professionals, with a focus on people and technology topics. We collaborate with some of the most pioneering thought leaders in the industry, sharing their insight and opinions for our listeners.Available talent, knowledge sharing, awareness of technology and investment are some of the biggest barriers in achieving progress in the Battery/Electrification space. This community is here to help solve that problem!Follow the show and our LinkedIn page to keep up to date with the latest content. Welcome to the Take Charge community!
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Jamie Sheard, Head of Battery Technologies at Strativ Group
Discover how Fourth Power is reimagining energy storage, by storing the sun in a box and beating natural gas at its own game.
Hear Christina Belsito, VP Corporate Affairs, reveal the secrets behind breakthrough thermal battery tech, startup team magic, and scaling clean energy for the future.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in energy innovation, climate tech, or the future of the grid.
Christina unpacks Fourth Power's mission to provide affordable, safe and domestically sourced energy storage at utility scale.
The conversation spans rigorous R&D; Fourth Power’s rapid prototype-to-pilot journey; and the strategy to surpass even natural gas in cost-competitiveness - without the fire or supply chain risks of conventional batteries. Christina also offers unique perspectives on start-up team-building and capital formation in cutting-edge cleantech.
Christina’s strategic vision, real-world start-up learnings and commitment to a more reliable, clean-powered future make her an inspiring and insightful guest our Take Charge community.
Take Charge is community by Strativ Group (https://www.strativgroup.com/).
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22 Oct 2025TRANSCRIPT
Ep 55: $463 Million to Power the Future - How Group14 Plans to Lead the Next Battery Boom
We’re absolutely thrilled about our latest episode of the Take Charge podcast featuring Erik (Rick) Luebbe, CEO and Co-Founder of Group14 Technologies.
Our new host, Blaze Gardner (https://www.linkedin.com/in/blaze-gardner-576522179/), had the incredible opportunity to dive into Rick's journey, from the birth of Group14—born out of a bold belief in silicon's potential for batteries—to how the company is transforming energy storage today.
What excites us most is how Rick and his team cracked the historic challenge of silicon expansion, creating a ground-breaking battery material that is faster-charging, longer-lasting, and more energy-dense than traditional options. We also explore their global scaling strategy, including their recent acquisition of a factory in South Korea, and their ambitious plans to meet the world's energy needs sustainably.
This episode is packed with insights about the future of silicon batteries, the incredible opportunities ahead, and what truly motivates Erik and his team to push the boundaries of clean energy. Whether you're an investor, innovator, or just passionate about the future of energy tech, you won’t want to miss this conversation.
Join us as we uncover how Group14 is leading the charge toward an electrified, sustainable future.
This series is part of the Take Charge community (https://www.youtube.com/@TakeChargePodcast), which is powered by the talent solutions company Strativ Group (https://www.strativgroup.com/).
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10 Jun 2025TRANSCRIPT
Ep 54: Avanza Energy - It’s ‘Go Time’ for Energy Storage
Christopher Johnson of Avanza Energy discusses the growing demand for energy storage and clarifies misconceptions about the future of the energy storage market in an interview with Jamie Sheard.
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