Anna Martinis 

Anna is a sustainability practitioner specialising in energy management and transport decarbonisation. Anna has supported the development and implementation of several energy efficiency and renewable projects both in Europe and Australia. In late 2019, she joined the policy team that developed the first Electric Vehicle policy for NSW. She currently leads the electric fleets and EV integration programs at NSW Government.

Stefan Holzschuh 

Stefan Holzschuh is a specialist in battery diagnostics and fleet electrification strategies, with a strong background in automotive engineering. He focuses on data-driven approaches to battery health monitoring and degradation prognosis in fleet management systems. Stefan has contributed to advancements in battery health monitoring and ageing prediction, emphasizing accurate modeling of battery packs and state of health estimation. His work highlights the importance of health monitoring and ageing-aware charging strategies to extend the useful lifetime of electric vehicles.

At the AfMA Fleet Summit, Stefan will present “The Science of Battery Health,” offering insights into predictive maintenance, battery longevity, and the integration of smart diagnostics in fleet operations.

Mike Costello 

Mike Costello is Australian Corporate Affairs Manager for global vehicle services and remarketing firm Cox Automotive, which in this market owns Manheim wholesale asset auctions and produces a number of retail software products for car dealers.

Cox Automotive works closely with automotive OEMs, dealers, financial companies, insurers, fleets, governments and more as part of its operations. Much of Mike’s role is to provide thought leadership and market analysis, tracking the used and new car landscape and data closely.

Prior to his current role, Mike was one of Australia’s leading automotive journalists, having held Editor-level roles at publications such as Drive, CarExpert and GoAuto. He remains a regular commentator for organisations including the ABC.

Tim Kynoch 

Tim Kynoch is the Fleet Engineering & Strategy Manager at Ausgrid, where he oversees a fleet of 2,200 assets, including 120 electric vehicles (EVs) across passenger, light commercial, and heavy vehicle categories. With over five years in this role, Tim has been instrumental in leading the transition to electric vehicles, from strategic planning and vehicle supply to charging installation. He has also played a key role in managing long-term asset acquisition programs, with a focus on sourcing strategies for high value assets. His expertise extends to asset management, financial oversight, and compliance with national standards.

Before joining Ausgrid, Tim served as Head of Fleet at GoGet Carshare, where he managed a fleet of 3,000 vehicles across five states and significantly expanded operations during his tenure. His career also includes ten years of service in the Australian Army, where he gained extensive experience in logistics, fleet management, and project management. Tim’s leadership extends beyond fleet management, as he is an active member of the Australian Standards Committee for AS1418.

Chris Shaw 

Chris Shaw is the General Manager of Motor Vehicles at Pickles, with over 17 years of experience across the business. He leads all relationships with Pickles’ motor vehicle customers nationally, ensuring strategic alignment and value delivery. Chris has held senior roles including Head of Stock Management, Regional Manager, and Branch Manager. He has driven key national initiatives across fleet strategy, operational efficiency, and remarketing. Most recently, Chris was instrumental in the rollout of Pickles’ EV battery health testing program, supporting the evolving electric vehicle market. 

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