Our Team
OUR TEAM
TrueEV is building the next generation of electric mobility in Australia — spanning both premium EV distribution and national charging infrastructure. Our leadership team brings deep experience across automotive, technology, capital markets, and cross-border operations, supporting global partners looking to expand their Australian footprint with confidence.
JASON CLARKE, Group Chief Executive Officer
Jason Clarke is Group CEO of TrueEV, bringing more than 25 years’ experience across financial services, technology, and strategic growth leadership in Australia and internationally. He has a strong track record in building scalable, high-performing businesses, including leading major acquisitions and transforming organisations into full-service platforms.
Jason has advised superannuation funds, government departments, and institutional stakeholders, and has led large-scale technology initiatives across investment, digital advice, and retirement systems. He also serves as a director across international advisory and investment businesses, supporting TrueEV’s long-term expansion strategy and partner-led growth.
CRAIG CLARKE, Chief Operating Officer, Automotive
Craig Clarke leads TrueEV’s automotive operations, with responsibility for the import, distribution, and retail execution of the XPENG brand in Australia. He brings deep strategic and operational expertise across Australia, New Zealand, and the Asia-Pacific region, having held senior executive roles with Nissan, Infiniti, and Datsun.
Craig’s focus is on building scalable, high-performing automotive platforms through operational excellence, transformation, and strong network leadership. He holds a Bachelor of Business and an Executive MBA.
JONATHAN WOOLLEY, Chief Executive Officer, EV Charging
Jonathan Woolley leads TrueEV’s charging subsidiaries, TapGo and ClickQu, with responsibility for national strategy, growth, and the rollout of EV infrastructure across Australia. With more than two decades at the intersection of technology, networks, and commercial strategy, he has founded and scaled multiple ventures across Australia and Southeast Asia.
Jonathan brings extensive experience in regulated infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and investment-led expansion. At TrueEV, he is focused on building an accessible, reliable charging ecosystem to accelerate Australia’s transition to electric mobility.
MARIO TUTEK, Group Business Manager & Chief Commercial Officer
Mario Tutek is TrueEV’s Chief Commercial Officer, leading commercial execution across automotive retail, finance, insurance, and partner performance. With more than 22 years’ experience in senior roles across Australia’s largest dealer groups, he has overseen multi-franchise operations and high-performing sales organisations at scale.
Mario brings proven expertise in dealer network effectiveness, commercial discipline, and customer-focused growth, supporting TrueEV’s expansion across both vehicle and infrastructure platforms.
STANLEY YEE, Chief Legal Officer
Stanley Yee is Chief Legal Officer at TrueEV and leads the group’s China operations. A practising solicitor in New South Wales, he brings over 15 years’ experience advising on major inbound and outbound trade and investment between China and Australia.
Stanley supports TrueEV’s cross-border partners, suppliers, and stakeholders, providing strategic counsel across large-scale transactions, compliance, and market entry execution.
ANNA WAKIM, Chief Marketing Officer
Anna Wakim leads marketing and communications across the TrueEV Group, bringing more than 20 years’ experience building brands, driving demand, and strengthening customer trust across the automotive and broader consumer sectors.
Most recently, Anna led the successful launch of the XPENG brand into the Australian market, establishing strong brand foundations and supporting commercial growth. She holds a Bachelor of Business from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and remains focused on sustainable growth through brand leadership, digital performance, and long-term customer engagement.
SIMON GOWER, Aftersales Manager, Automotive
Simon Gower leads aftersales operations for TrueEV Automotive, bringing more than 30 years’ experience across service, parts, sales, and full P&L responsibility. His background includes senior roles as Dealer Principal and multi-site operator, alongside national leadership across warranty, recalls, training, and technical support.
Simon plays a key role in delivering ownership confidence, service quality, and long-term customer support as TrueEV scales its automotive footprint.
KIM NGUYEN, Australian Authorised Engineer & Certifier
Kim Nguyen is an experienced automotive engineer with more than 30 years’ expertise across vehicle certification, regulatory compliance, and government liaison. He has worked with leading global manufacturers across Australian Design Rules and international standards including ECE, FMVSS, and Asia-Pacific frameworks.
Kim supports TrueEV’s market readiness through technical assurance, quality audit leadership, and import certification across complex automotive programs.
NICOLAS POLITOPOULOS, Director
Nicolas Politopoulos brings over 20 years’ experience across fund management, corporate finance, and capital markets. He is a Principal at Merakii House, specialising in private equity and private credit investments with a sustainability focus, and co-founded Dinimus, a mid-market lending fund.
Nicolas supports TrueEV’s long-term growth through investment expertise, governance, and strategic capital alignment.
ZEMING PAN, Chief Advisor
Zeming Pan is Chief Advisor to TrueEV, bringing extensive leadership experience across major industrial and infrastructure organisations in China and Australia. A distinguished professor and senior engineer, he has served as chairman, president, and chief consultant across prominent enterprises, including China Lesso Holdings.
His strategic insight and cross-border leadership support TrueEV’s partnerships, supply chain depth, and long-term market development.