My work here is done…. After an incredible 7-year journey, I am sad to say that I am departing GRIDSERVE. During this time I’ve witnessed remarkable growth – from a mere 7 employees to a thriving team of over 300, transitioning from a handful of sustainable energy projects to becoming one of the largest EV charging companies in the country, building a complete sun-to-wheel sustainable infrastructure ecosystem (solar to battery to EV charging to EV leasing). We have pushed boundaries, experimented, grown, evolved - and raised close to a billion pounds for the business, from Series A capital to private equity and infrastructure equity investments, alongside project finance and infrastructure debt. That this includes funding for new, “unfinanceable” innovations such as the UK’s first subsidy-free solar projects, battery storage and EV charging infrastructure, is particularly satisfying. I’ve now traversed both sides of the financial landscape – as an investment banker for most of my career, with spells in private equity and investment management, and as a borrower/investee at GRIDSERVE. It therefore feels like a good time to return to the financial sector, where I can leverage my wealth of knowledge and experience to support other growing companies, assisting them in securing funding and navigating their own financial journeys. My focus will remain on sustainability, climate change and impact. As always, any conversations around these critical areas are welcome. #sustainableinvestment #renewableenergy #sustainableinfrastructure #infrastructureinvestment #evcharginginfrastructure #projectfinance
Jason Daniels
5mo
Congratulations Mark! What a lasting impact you’ve had on the UK’s energy transition and I’m sure you will continue to do so. It’s been incredible to watch you at work and I look forward to seeing what comes next! Best of luck! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Mark Stubbs
5mo
Hats off to you Mark, absolute industry legend! 👏 wishing you all the best in the next phase of your sustainable activities 🤞🌞➡️🚗⚡️
David Watson
5mo
Well done mark. You are a legend 🔥🔥
Louisa Cilenti
5mo
Truly extraordinary Mark Henderson as I’m sure your next chapter will be too. Catch up soon.
Dane Wilkins
5mo
Congrats on your achievements Mark - wish you all the best as you move into new phase of your career focusing on climate change and sustainability
Jeremy Cross
5mo
It’s been an absolute pleasure and an honour to work alongside you since those 7-employee-days Mark, and share so many awesome memories of working together - good luck with the next step of your career, and I’m sure we’ll cross-paths again soon! All the best 🫡
Matt Sandell
5mo
Hi Mark, Very sad to see you go but I’m sure you will turn your hand to something new and equally awesome! It’s been a pleasure working and socialising with you. I won’t forget to keep the cheeky messages coming and having a good laugh (easy to do with your infectious laughter) 🙌 Wishing you all the very best, M
Paul Gilligan
5mo
What an amazing impact you have had at Gridserve Mark. Will be very keen to follow what is next for you. Great things, and a great deal more impact, I am sure. Congratulations on your success and best of luck with your new adventures.
Congratulations Mark. Best wishes for the next adventure!
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5moBravo Mark 👏 What an achievement in putting Gridserve on the map…and in SO MANY places! Good luck with all your future endeavours!