And the 2025 EVA Board candidates are…
Members of the Electric Vehicle Association virtually met the candidates for the 2025 National EVA Board and voting has begun. The recording of the forum has been released on the EVA YouTube Channel.
The EVA is North America’s leading volunteer organization that accelerates the adoption of electric vehicles by supporting our 100 chapters and members as they talk one-on-one about the benefits of driving electric.
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Let’s meet the candidates.
Anthony Hutcherson
I am Anthony Hutcherson, and I am deeply honored to submit my candidacy for the Board of Directors of the Electric Vehicle Association of America (EVAA). My passion for electric vehicles (EVs) extends far beyond their technological innovation. I see them as essential tools in addressing critical environmental challenges, advancing sustainable energy solutions, and building a more inclusive, forward-thinking society.
Over the course of my career, I have cultivated a diverse set of skills and experiences that align with the goals of the EVAA. As a certified EV Champion (EVSE/Fleet/Design), I have been actively engaged with cutting-edge developments in electric vehicle infrastructure, charging solutions, and fleet management. My background in design and environmental science enables me to think creatively about how we can not only make EVs more accessible but also more functional and appealing to a wider audience.
I have always believed that true innovation happens when diverse minds come together. In my various leadership roles, including as a board member for multiple organizations, I have worked tirelessly to foster collaboration, champion diverse perspectives, and implement programs that deliver impactful results. My professional journey has taught me the value of inclusivity—whether it be in shaping environmental policies or in developing strategies that prioritize sustainability and accessibility for all.
My commitment to environmental stewardship is deeply personal. By supporting the expansion of electric vehicle adoption, I seek to reduce emissions and leave a healthier planet for future generations. My work with community health outreach and harm reduction programs has given me firsthand insight into the importance of building organizations that prioritize both the well-being of people and the planet. I am eager to bring this ethos to the Electric Vehicle Association of America and to contribute to its mission of promoting a cleaner, greener future.
Thank you for considering my candidacy for the Board of Directors. I am excited to collaborate with like-minded individuals to further the EV movement and ensure that our actions today benefit tomorrow’s world.
Elvia Thompson
As an environmentalist, I have been a tireless advocate for electric vehicle adoption for over a decade because I believe driving electric is something almost anyone can do to reduce air pollution to mitigate the effects of climate change. Although I am very aware that there are other personal reasons for driving electric, such as saving money, it is the environmental issues that “drive” my passion as an EV advocate.
I lived in Hawai’i for the past 15 months and volunteered with Hawai’i EV working the last two National Drive Electric Week and Drive Electric Earth Day events. In my time there I learned how different the EV landscape is in the islands and therefore how policies are different from location to location around the country. I became acutely aware that EV policies must be both national and local.
Before living Hawai’i I was a long-time member of the Electric Vehicle Association of Greater DC (EVADC), which serves Northern Virginia, the District of Columbia and Maryland. I was Secretary of the organization for several years and provided and delivered testimony about legislation on the local, state and national level. Now that I am back in Maryland I have rejoined EVADC and will be an active member again.
Beginning in 2012 I brought NDEW and DEED EV shows to the Annapolis area and worked to bring awareness of EVs through an environmental nonprofit I co-founded, Annapolis Green. No other nonprofit in our area engaged with EV issues nor did they tie driving electric to climate change mitigation. I worked with local government, the electric utility and other stakeholders to bring needed information to the “EV curious” via these shows smaller events. Most importantly I leveraged the power of current EV owners by convincing them to bring their vehicles and participate in these shows by speaking about their lived experiences. Annapolis Green is still the voice of driving electric in the Annapolis area and I continue to “talk up” driving electric at every opportunity.
Finally, I was an active two-year member of the Maryland Zero Emission Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Council (ZEEVIC), a state body “charged with the development of policies, recommendations, and incentives that increase awareness of Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs), support the ownership of ZEVs, and promote investment by the private sector in ZEVs; the development of recommendations for a statewide EV charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure plan; and the development of other potential policies to promote and facilitate the successful integration of ZEVs into Maryland’s transportation network.” ZEEVIC members are appointed by the Governor.
I look forward to working on the national level with EVA to reach members of the business community and hospitality industry as guests and employees want to have EV charging infrastructure made available to them. I am also very much interested in working at the national level on policies and legislation to accelerate full transition to non-fossil fueled transportation in this country.
I had signs and shirts made years ago featuring the tagline “There’s an Electric Vehicle in Your Future.” I want to work to make that everyone’s future.
Andy Fraser
I bring extensive experience, leadership, and advocacy within the electric vehicle (EV) community. As an active member of the Electric Vehicle Association of Greater Washington DC (EVADC), I have been deeply involved in supporting EV growth and policy initiatives. Notably, I collaborated closely with EVADC and the Montgomery County Government to develop an EV charging policy for the public right of way, helping pave the way for more accessible and community-centered charging infrastructure.
In addition to advocating for EV adoption, I have represented EVADC and our local utility, Pepco, at DC Car Expos and similar events. I also attended Avanza EV events in low-income communities, where I was able to connect with Spanish-speaking attendees to help educate them about EV ownership. My goal in these efforts is to ensure that EV information and resources are accessible to everyone.
My board experience includes serving as the Immediate Past Chair of the Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce, as well as President of the Kenmont Swim and Tennis Club. I am also an active member of the Bethesda Chevy Chase Rotary Club. These roles have prepared me to contribute effectively to the EVA board, especially in strategic planning, community engagement, and leadership.
Through my work as a principal in a business that provides EV training to auto dealerships, I have facilitated dealership participation in local EV and green events, including securing an EV loaned to me for Poolesville Green. I am passionate about educating both the public and dealership professionals on the benefits of EVs and have helped bridge connections between these groups to enhance EV outreach and adoption.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to contributing my experience and enthusiasm to furthering EVA’s mission.