Val Miftakhov — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Founder & CEO of ZeroAvia, developing the world's first practical zero-emission aviation powertrain.
Founded eMotorWerks, which developed SmartGrid-integrated EV charging technologies and was acquired by Enel Group in 2017.
Co-founded 2 hardware and 2 software companies.
Served as Head of R&D for Google for Work Incubation, identifying and prototyping new products for businesses, education, and governments.
Worked in management consulting at McKinsey, focusing on business unit strategy and digital marketing for high-tech companies.
Holds degrees from Princeton and MIPT.

Biography

Val Miftakhov is a serial entrepreneur in the energy and transportation sectors. He is the Founder & CEO of ZeroAvia, a UK and California-based company focused on developing the world's first practical zero-emission aviation powertrain. ZeroAvia's approach targets regional aircraft with up to 80 seats and a 500-mile range, aiming for lower fuel and engine maintenance costs without harmful emissions.

Prior to ZeroAvia, Miftakhov founded and served as CEO of eMotorWerks.