Karthikeyan Palanisamy — Co-Founder

I'm the CEO and Co-Founder of Zeon Charging, one of South India's largest EV charging networks, operating 900+ charge points across 400+ locations with over 200,000 registered users. How it started: In 2017, I bought a Mahindra e2o—long before EVs were mainstream. I experienced firsthand the frustrations of driving electric in a market with virtually no public charging infrastructure. That pain point led me and a group of fellow EV enthusiasts to co-found Zeon Charging in January 2021. Our mission: Build a reliable, extensive charging network that gives people the confidence and freedom to drive electric, everywhere. With a Master's in International Business from the UK and a background spanning partnerships, financial planning, and execution, I bring a strategic lens to building sustainable businesses. But beyond the business case, this is deeply personal—I'm committed to addressing the climate crisis through actionable solutions in energy and mobility. Today, Zeon is the market leader in South India for DC fast charging, primarily along highways. We've electrified over 12,000 km of major South Indian highways and partner with OEMs like MG Motor and Tata Motors, as well as charging technology leaders like Kempower. We work closely with policymakers, contribute to government EV policy development, and actively participate in industry forums shaping India's electric mobility transition. Beyond EVs: Interests in textiles and cinema, avid reader (economics, finance, environment, history), and passionate traveler (25+ countries across two decades). Always open to conversations on: → EV infrastructure and policy → Climate solutions and sustainability → Building scalable clean energy businesses → India's energy transition Let's connect if you're working on or passionate about building a cleaner, more sustainable future.

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Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

Experience: 21 yrs 11 mos