Our Team
We are sustainable power experts dedicated to reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions on the largest scale for the world’s biggest events and mobile applications. Together we have over 90+ years working in the global event industry, gaining specialist knowledge and hands-on experience with event productions and the use of sustainable battery technology.
We act as a trusted bridge between the technical power developers, suppliers, festival directors, production directors, and producers.
Paul Schurink
Co-CEO
Paul Schurink is a distinguished expert in temporary energy supply, sustainability, and innovation. He earned a Master of Business Engineering (MBE) in energy systems and has played pivotal roles in numerous high-profile events and tours, including the Olympic Games, UEFA EURO 2012, The Ocean Race, Lollapalooza Chicago, and Coldplay’s “Music of the Spheres” World Tour
Tim Benson
CTO
Tim Benson is a leading authority in sustainable energy solutions for the live events industry, with over two decades of experience in the power rental market. He specialises in integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), solar, kinetic and hybrid technologies to reduce carbon emissions at large-scale events including festivals, sports events, international tours, and television productions
Rob Scully
COO
Rob is a seasoned professional in environmental engineering and sustainable event management. He’s been organising sustainable services for festivals and events has collaborated with the Glastonbury Festival for over 30 years, providing expertise in event production, site management, and the design of temporary power supplies. Rob is also an expert in energy monitoring and assessment
Jasper Goossen
Co-CEO
Jasper is a Dutch entrepreneur renowned for his significant contributions to the music and events industry. In 2004, he founded Apenkooi Events. Under his leadership, Apenkooi evolved into a prominent agency known for organizing a variety of festivals in Amsterdam, including Amsterdam Open Air, Straf_Werk, Pleinvrees, and DGTL. The company emphasized music, creativity, and sustainability, transforming festival sites, clubs, and warehouses into immersive experiences for attendees
Bert Scholten
CFO
Bert Scholten is an accomplished expert in financial services and accounting with a distinguished career spanning nearly four decades covering financial management, corporate governance, and strategic planning across a variety of sectors. This experienced has been gained while working at leading firms such as KPMG and BDO in his role as Partner Audit & Assurance. Bert also serves on advisory boards for multiple organizations as he is known as a trusted professional employing precision, integrity, and leadership.
Lawrence Millar
CMO
Lawrence is a highly innovative creative thinker and connector in the world of music and events, who is always looking to deliver unique and compelling marketing ideas that create a positive impact and meaningful change. He has over two decades of experience in the music and entertainment industry across events, artist management, marketing and partnerships