Strategic spinout leads to dedicated clean energy workforce development company

ChargerHelp, provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging reliability technology, announced the official formation of SmarterHelp, a fully independent workforce development company created through the strategic spinout of ChargerHelp’s former Learning & Development division. The new organization will operate independently, with its own leadership, mission, and operations, and is not a subsidiary of ChargerHelp. SmarterHelp’s focus is to scale training for in-demand technical careers – beginning with the proven EVSE Reliability Technician Training program.

SmarterHelp will be led by Kianna Scott as chief executive officer, with Dr. Jessica Hutcheson serving as chief operating officer. The launch reflects a shared vision between ChargerHelp and SmarterHelp to strengthen the future of clean infrastructure by investing in both systems and people.

“We’ve always believed that technology alone isn’t enough – you need people prepared to maintain and lead the systems of the future,” says Scott. “With SmarterHelp, we’re taking the equity-centered, industry-aligned training we built inside ChargerHelp and scaling this approach to help communities across the country access the green jobs of tomorrow.”

The spin-out comes as demand for clean energy workers accelerates. More than 6 million clean energy jobs are expected to be created in the U.S. by 2035, yet only 12.3% of global workers possess any green skills. SmarterHelp addresses this gap through a certification-based curriculum model that equips learners – particularly from underserved communities – for high-growth technical careers.

“This has been a natural evolution,” says Kameale Terry, co-founder and CEO of ChargerHelp. “As ChargerHelp continues to focus on EV charging reliability through software and technology, it’s clear that the Learning & Development team had a larger mission to fulfill. SmarterHelp allows them to grow independently, and we couldn’t be more excited to see where they go next.”

“It’s the same team, just a bigger dream,” adds Evette Ellis, co-founder and chief people officer at ChargerHelp. “We’re proud of what we built together, and we’re fully behind SmarterHelp as they step into this next chapter.”

SmarterHelp’s inaugural offering, the EVSE Reliability Technician Training program, is already in use by school systems, workforce boards, and training providers. The organization will expand its training portfolio to include pathways in smart grid systems, micro mobility, sustainable infrastructure maintenance, and K-12 and CTE pathways, focusing on hands-on, accessible education towards careers that do not require a 4-year degree.

“Our approach to training is different,” says Scott. “We blend technical instruction with adult learning best practices, strong industry ties, and a deep commitment to access. We’re not just training workers – we’re helping build a just transition for the clean economy.”

SmarterHelp will host a public webinar titled “Why SmarterHelp?” on September 15, 2025, at 10AM PDT, designed for superintendents, workforce leaders, and CTE program managers. The session will outline SmarterHelp’s training model, leadership vision, and roadmap for national impact.