Driving transformation, together.
Since 2020, our mission has been to increase vehicle utilisation by transforming individual car fleets into a cohesive mobility ecosystem, making idle vehicles accessible to a wider range of users.
At Carbn, our values are the foundation of everything we do. They guide our decisions, shape our culture, and inspire us to deliver exceptional results.
Transparency
We work together towards true partnership by creating long term trust through integrity. We are not in the business of hiding information, or being sneaky with pricing.
Collaboration
We are a highly experienced and skilled team, who are leaders in the industry. The teams that we want to create are those that are striving towards a common goal. We are in this together!
Challenging the status quo
We have worked with a wide range of leading businesses in New Zealand to provide unique and bespoke solutions. We do this by challenging the status quo and thinking outside the box.
Sustainability
Carbn enables your business to play its part in creating a sustainable future, in a way that is also financially healthy for your business. Everything we do is to help resolve climate change.
Meet the dedicated team behind Carbn. Each member brings a unique blend of expertise, passion, and commitment to ensure that we deliver the highest quality of service to our clients.
Shaun Drylie
Shaun leads our passionate team in creating a new future for low-emission vehicle use through smart technology. This involves steering the direction of the business, fostering a culture of purpose and care, and imprinting our values into Carbn's DNA through the service we provide. Before working at Carbn, Shaun came from an extensive career in banking with CEO and GM roles, in New Zealand and internationally, including Group CEO of SBS Bank.
At his best when building businesses that challenge the status quo and have a strong purpose, Shaun much prefers people to papers, and his favourite saying is "a desk is a dangerous place to view the world." In saying this, one thing Shaun is focusing on to be more sustainable is challenging the way he travels. When not at work, you'll likely find Shaun following his son's sporting activities, trying to stay fit or driving to Hokitika in his EV to visit family.
David Simpson
David is an experienced C-suite executive and founder of several businesses throughout his career.
David is a Founder of Carbn and also T4 Group.
His extensive tenure in the IT sector, particularly in Software advisory intricately tied to the Data Centre industry, has finely honed his expertise.
In the 1990s, David spearheaded a small investment firm and later delved into consultancy in 2008. He has significant finance and transformational operations experience, including having acquired, built and successfully exited a number of businesses throughout his career.
Throughout his journey, he has disseminated his wealth of knowledge and insights across a spectrum of businesses spanning tourism, forestry, service, and manufacturing. From fledgling startups to nationally renowned enterprises, David has consistently left an indelible mark.
His experience exceeds 30 years across various business disciplines, industries and landscapes, serving as an invaluable asset in a rapidly changing world.
Roy O'Hara
Roy serves as our General Manager of Customer Delivery and Operations, bringing invaluable expertise to our team since joining us through the purchase of Zilch. With a steadfast commitment to prioritising the customer experience, Roy embodies a customer-first mindset that drives our operations forward.
Before his tenure at Carbn, Roy held a diverse array of senior leadership positions spanning Sales, Marketing, and Operations. His multifaceted background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of various business domains, enabling him to navigate complex challenges with insight and innovation.
Embracing a commitment to a sustainable lifestyle has taken Roy to Hunua, where he is getting back to his Irish roots, bringing up his young family among chickens, sheep and rolling green hills. Normally full of energy though the occasional Monday morning may find him subdued—a likely consequence of yet another disappointing weekend for Manchester United.
Richard Christensen
Richards’ role as fleet solutions manager allows him puts his significant experience within the fleet industry to good use, helping customers on their fleet transition journeys. Having been with Carbn from the start, Richard has built a solid reputation for building practical fleet emission reduction strategies.
“The transport sector has entered an unprecedented period of disruption, driven largely by climate change realities” says Richard, “ It is therefore very exciting to be working with Carbn, at the forefront of this change and delivering new enabling technologies that allow organisations to re-imagine their approach to sustainable mobility.
Richard hails from a sustainable farming background, therefore the concept comes naturally. So too does the inherent need to build and fix everything!
At home Richard can be found exercising his DIY skills, trying to keep up with his 3 sons, and testing the range on his EV by towing his renovated retro caravan.
Mark Ruddlesden
With almost two decades of experience in business development and account management within the fleet and mobility sector, Mark is a seasoned professional specialising in large, complex sales within government, corporate and social services sectors.
Mark prioritises building strong business relationships grounded in understanding and trust, and firmly believes in the power of collaboration and communication to drive success. By actively listening to clients and stakeholders, Mark uncovers opportunities for growth and innovation. His approach is about forging long-term partnerships built on mutual respect and shared goals.
Outside of work, Mark enjoys maintaining his fitness, embracing the outdoors and growing organic fruit and vegetables. He holds the belief that the six best doctors are sunshine, water, rest, air, exercise, and diet, and he incorporates these principles into his lifestyle. These activities provide a welcome balance to his professional life and serve as a source of inspiration and creativity.
Kameel Somani
Meet Kameel, our Fleet Solutions Manager at Carbn, where he spearheads transformative initiatives helping organisations adopt "The Carbn Way". With passion for driving change, Kameel specialises in tailoring solutions to meet each organisation's unique fleet requirements, ultimately enabling them to achieve their goals of lowering costs and emissions.
Kameel has a strong personal brand and is known for delivering results, building meaningful relationships with clients, often forming friendships, earning their trust and respect. Beyond his professional life, Kameel is a passionate follower of major sporting events, and channels his competitive nature in friendly competitions. Outside the office, he's committed to sustainability, opting for alternative transport to reduce environmental impact.
Laura Cheftel
Laura supports organisations in their transition to low-carbon fleets that are smartly used. In her role, Laura brings her warmth and passion for change management to make it easy for both leaders and staff to navigate the change. Laura's hands-on approach leaves no stone unturned, handling everything from the logistics to training to the rollout of home chargers for staff, enabling leaders to focus on their bigger goals.
Laura has a background in grant writing, previously working in the tertiary education sector where she helped generate $4 million in government funding for student scholarships. In 2020, Laura founded and directed her own funding strategy business to help organisations produce creative and environmental projects.
Outside of work, Laura can be found with a book and a builder's brew. An advocate for more accessible writing, Laura also a judge on the 2023 Plain Language Awards, which celebrates Australasia's clearest communicators. Inspired by her love of books, she envisions shared fleets operating like well-curated libraries – accessible, communal resources that benefit everyone.
Laura has a degree in Philosophy and French from the University of Oxford.
Malte Werner
Malte Werner is the backbone of our rapidly growing company's technological advancement. With a robust background in software development and IT infrastructure management, Malte ensures that our systems are not only operational but also efficient and scalable. His role encompasses maintaining the current software ecosystem while continuously seeking opportunities for innovation and improvement. Malte's expertise extends to troubleshooting technical issues, implementing new solutions, and safeguarding our digital assets from potential threats.
Drawing from his experience in software development, Malte is adept at translating business needs into technical requirements. His proactive approach to problem-solving and meticulous attention to detail ensure that our technological infrastructure remains at the forefront of industry standards.
Beyond the realm of IT, Malte is known for his passion for sustainability. While he spends much of his time immersed in code and systems, he actively seeks ways to minimise our company's environmental footprint. Whether it's through optimising energy usage in our data centers or advocating for eco-friendly practices in the workplace, Malte is committed to making a positive impact on the planet.
Outside of work, Malte enjoys exploring the outdoors, indulging in photography, and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. A firm believer in work-life balance, he finds inspiration in nature and uses creativity to recharge and refocus.
Maxamillian Shields
Maxamillian plays a pivotal role at Carbn, where he is building out lease and asset management systems, overseeing pricing, and managing vehicle procurement. He brings over 20 years of finance industry experience to the job.
Maxamillian considers building a funding securitisation system for a finance company as his biggest career milestone in recent times. However, he fondly remembers two key periods in his career before entering finance: co-creating one of New Zealand's first GPS software solutions for aviation and working on a privately funded wildlife sanctuary project.
At Carbn, he enjoys being able to use his skills and experience to help an organisation that prioritises environmental goals through tech solutions, tying in perfectly with his earlier work in technology and conservation.
Outside of work, you'll often find Maxamillian enjoying the outdoors, playing music, or sharing insights about the challenges we all face with climate change.
Wendy Bruce
Wendy is a seasoned fleet management analyst with over 14 years of zooming through the motor industry's twists and turns navigating this ever-evolving landscape.
Before joining the team at Carbn, Wendy managed operations of a fleet management company. Passionate about optimising efficiency, reducing costs, and driving innovation, Wendy is always ready for the next challenge.
When Wendy's not immersed in the world of fleet management, you'll likely find her embracing the great outdoors with her furry companions by her side! And when the weather calls for a cozy retreat, you can bet Wendy's curled up by the fire with a good book in one hand and a steaming cup of coffee in the other.
Jordana Cook
Jordana is a dynamic Business Analyst with a knack for problem-solving and a passion for collaboration. Through a diverse skillset, Jordana offers our clients valuable business insights through meticulous data analysis, and supports the business with system and process development, business reporting, data and CRM system management as well as business administration and operational support. Jordana is accredited in project management, business analysis and leadership.
Outside of work, you'll find Jordana on the netball court, exploring the latest local coffee spots, or embarking on adventures throughout New Zealand. As a self-professed coffee addict, one thing she is personally working on to be more sustainable is using her Keep Cup more frequently, reducing single-use cup waste one coffee at a time.
Bjorn Basar
Bjorn brings over 15 years of expertise in web development to his role at Carbn. Prior to joining Carbn, he specialised in architecting and developing robust web applications. Working at Carbn means leveraging his extensive experience in web development to contribute towards building sustainable technology solutions - developing environmentally-conscious and scalable web applications is a challenge he thrives on.
Outside of work, you'll likely find Bjorn enjoying leisurely walks, picnics, and hikes with his family, embracing the natural beauty of Aotearoa New Zealand. Bjorn's commitment to sustainability extends beyond the workplace, as he actively seeks opportunities to integrate eco-friendly practices into his personal life and inspire others to do the same.
Racheal Reeves
As Design Lead at Carbn, Racheal is committed to redefining how we experience and interact with transport at work. With over fifteen years in digital design and product development, Racheal's role centres on creating transformative user and customer experiences through our Zilch platform. Throughout her career she has received several awards for creating better employee experiences, better customer experiences ad driving public good initiatives - most notably for her work in health and politics.
When she's not at work you will likely find Racheal knee deep in compost trying to create a food forest using syntropic agriculture principals on her lifestyle block in Kerikeri.
Jake Preece
Jake is a seasoned Service Delivery Lead, spearheading the technical aspects of our innovative car-sharing technology. With a background serving as a Sniper in the New Zealand Army Jake brings a unique blend of interpersonal skills and strategic thinking, which he seamlessly applies to ensure the smooth implementation and operation of Carbn's technology in every car.
Jake's dedication to sustainability, coupled with his technical expertise and abiliy to problem-solve on the fly, make him an invaluable asset to the team.
Outside of work, you’ll find Jake unwinding on the golf course, where he channels his focus and precision into his game. Despite his busy schedule, he always finds time to spend time with his wife and son.
Alec McLaren
Alec is our friendly Service Delivery Specialist, excelling both on the phones and behind the scenes. With his unique flavour of kindness and enthusiasm, Alec ensures customers always get the best experience and all the information they need. Alec ensures an exceptional customer experience at every touchpoint, providing reassurance, guidance and resolving issues with no sweat on his brow.
Outside of work, Alec is a devoted dog parent to a border collie husky mix. You'll often find him at the dog park, working on new tricks and enjoying quality time with his furry companion. When not out and about, Alec indulges his love for adventure through the pages of a good sci-fi/fantasy book.
Jacqui Fraser
In my role at Carbn I manage the finance flow, working behind the scenes to support the Carbn team in doing what they do best. I thrive on 'to do lists' and love to keep things running smoothly. I have more years than I would like to mention in finance administration, starting way back when completing a Bachelor of Commerce with First Class Honours in Management from Otago University.
Family is very important to me. Work needs to feel like a home away from home, and working as part of the Carbn team fits the bill. When I'm not at work you will likely find me working alongside my husband in his businesses (honey and gin, what's not to love!), keeping tabs on my tertiary student daughter and teenage son or reading a book instead of doing the housework.
Angus Burrowes
Angus joined Carbn in late 2023, bringing with him 1.5 years of prior experience in public accounting. His strong financial background and passion for numbers equips him well for his role, where he dives into the intricacies of financial data and risk management.
Angus’s passion extends beyond spreadsheets and balance sheets. What truly excites him about Carbn is the opportunity to merge his professional expertise with his love for sustainability. For him, this isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to make a tangible impact on the environment.
Whether he’s analysing financial trends or exploring innovative solutions, Angus is committed to driving sustainable practices within Carbn and across New Zealand. He believes that every number on a report has the potential to contribute to positive change.