Charge Assist Joins ASPIRE’s Industry and Innovation Board

The ASPIRE Research Center is proud to announce Charge Assist as a new member of its Industry and Innovation Board (IIB). This partnership brings fresh innovation to workforce development for electric vehicle infrastructure, combining startup agility with ASPIRE’s research excellence. 

“Partnering with ASPIRE has been a transformational step in Charge Assist EV’s journey,” said Emmanuel Ikeakor, Charge Assist Founder. “Their cutting-edge research, academic rigor, and shared commitment to innovation have accelerated our ability to design a truly future-ready workforce development platform. ASPIRE’s deep technical expertise ensures that our approach is scalable, inclusive, and aligned with the highest industry standards.” 

Together, Charge Assist’s cutting-edge VR training and AI-driven platform and ASPIRE’s multidisciplinary research will create scalable solutions to meet the urgent demand for skilled electrification professionals. 

“Preparing a workforce that can support all the technologies needed to bring ASPIRE’s vision to life is a monumental undertaking that can’t be done alone,” said Matt Ohland, Co-Director of Engineering Workforce Development at ASPIRE. “Partnering with Charge Assist extends our reach through their dynamic workforce development team. Their talent in workforce development is matched by the high level of energy that they bring to everything they do.” 

About ASPIRE

Advancing Sustainability through Powered Infrastructure for Roadway Electrification (ASPIRE) is a 4th generation National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering Research Center (ERC) which conducts vital R&D to catalyze practical transitions to widespread electrification in transportation. ASPIRE initiatives enhance quality-of-life for all through improved air quality, economic opportunity, and access to clean, affordable transportation.

Over 400 global ASPIRE staff, faculty, and students work in sync towards the seamless integration of electrified transportation with interconnected intelligent systems infrastructure to provide an inexpensive, seamless charging experience. Multiple disciplines, including engineering, social science, policy, and business, contribute to the effort spanning 10 top-tier universities and 60+ industry, government, and non-profit organizations. They are joined by many community partners and advisors to provide a most comprehensive view of the electric transportation ecosystem and society. Visit aspire.usu.edu for more insights on the future of transportation.

About Charge Assist

Charge Assist EV is an innovative workforce enablement and technology development company dedicated to advancing America’s clean energy future through strategic electrification and comprehensive workforce training. At the forefront of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure readiness, Charge Assist EV bridges the gap between skills development and deployment, creating scalable solutions that address the nation’s urgent need for qualified electrification professionals. 

The company’s flagship initiative, Charge Assist Connect, exemplifies this mission by combining certified, VR-integrated curricula with a robust, AI-enhanced digital platform that connects certified EV installers to commercial and residential customers. Through strategic partnerships with the ASPIRE Engineering Research Center, Charge Assist EV delivers industry-aligned training and creates immediate pathways to employment across six key states: Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, California, Utah, and Colorado. 

Charge Assist EV’s initiatives prioritize underserved and disadvantaged communities, ensuring that the clean energy transition is not only technically robust but also socially inclusive. By integrating immersive simulation tools, real-time dispatch capabilities, and predictive maintenance technology, Charge Assist EV is creating a national model for clean energy workforce deployment that reduces installation delays, improves charger uptime, and catalyzes job creation at scale. 

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