What were the highlights of Blink Charging's Q2 2023 earnings?

Blink Charging reported record quarterly results in Q2 2023, signaling strong business performance driven by increased EV adoption and expanded network utilization. The results demonstrated year-over-year growth in both revenue and charging sessions across the company's network.

How is Blink Charging positioned to benefit from growing EV adoption?

Blink Charging operates a broad public and commercial EV charging network that stands to benefit directly from the accelerating shift to electric vehicles. The company is expanding its infrastructure footprint and leveraging federal policy incentives, such as those under the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to support growth.

What role does Cedric Richmond play at Blink Charging?

Cedric Richmond serves as a board member at Blink Charging, bringing government relations and public policy expertise to the company. His background as a former congressman and senior White House advisor positions him to help Blink navigate the regulatory and legislative landscape surrounding EV infrastructure.

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Blink Charging Q2 2023 Earnings – Cedric Richmond, Board Member

Blink Charging board member Cedric Richmond discusses the company's record Q2 2023 earnings results and the strategic positioning of its EV charging network. The conversation highlights how surging EV adoption is driving demand for charging infrastructure and how Blink is capitalizing on that growth. Richmond offers perspective on policy tailwinds and the company's long-term outlook in the expanding EV market.

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By Transportation · October 3, 2023 · Updated May 19, 2026

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Blink Charging reported record quarterly results in Q2 2023, reflecting strong momentum in EV infrastructure deployment.

Surging EV adoption is creating significant demand for public and commercial charging networks.

Board member Cedric Richmond highlights policy support and strategic growth opportunities as key drivers for Blink's expansion.

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Cedric Richmond, Board Member of Blink, expresses his optimism as the EV market burgeons. With Blink's unprecedented earnings this past quarter, coupled with their exceptional leadership and the rising demand for electric vehicles, the company stands poised to cater to this expanding market. Richmond emphasizes that Blink is not only meeting but setting the standard in the electric vehicle charging industry.

Blink is not only meeting but setting the standard in the electric vehicle charging industry.

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As the electric vehicle market continues to grow, I'm excited about the opportunities that lie ahead for play. Considering Blinks record breaking earnings this quarter, their impeccable leadership and the high demand for electric vehicles. Blink is here to meet that demand, and blink will continue to lead the way.

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Cedric Richmond is a board member at Blink Charging and a former U.S. Congressman who represented Louisiana's 2nd congressional district. He previously served as Senior Advisor to President Biden and Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. Richmond brings extensive policy and government affairs experience to his role in the EV infrastructure sector.

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