Our team

We’re a multidisciplinary group of professionals who draw on deep sector experience across the energy, logistics, fleet, technology, and property investment sectors.

Phil Bayliss CEO 

Bio

Phil wants to leave the world better than when he joined it, so he’s using his twenty years’ investment experience to make money do more for our planet and our futures.

He’s held senior roles at Legal & General, leading investments in new areas, and is Executive Chairman of Inspired Villages, transforming how we see and treat older people in society.

His passion for positive impact shapes everything we do at Lysara.

Tom Gough Investment Director

Bio

Tom is the driving force behind Lysara’s investment and development efforts, ensuring the ultimate ROI for our customers and the planet.

Honing his skills at Cushman & Wakefield, Tom moved to Legal & General where he helped develop their £22bn real estate portfolio.

Now, with 15 years’ experience in finance and raising equity, he manages the only fund dedicated to commercial transport electrification.

Chris Curry Head of EV and Energy

Bio

After two decades in finance and energy transition, Chris leads our Energy and EV infrastructure team.  He tells us he has now found his soul; this is his life’s calling.

He’s held senior roles at British Solar Renewables and Statkraft and is an expert in PVs, EVs, batteries and trading. A perfect mix for Lysara.

Chris is in the job to help reverse climate change. As one of the first companies in its field to have a dedicated Head of Energy and EV, he’s in the best place to do it.

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Chris Fletcher General Counsel

Bio

Combining 20 years of international legal experience with proven success in tech-driven logistics, Chris is uniquely qualified to serve as Lysara’s General Counsel.

Having held senior positions at Amazon, Deliveroo and Gett, he understands rapid growth and breaking new technological ground.

It’s his expertise that makes Lysara’s ambitious sustainability, innovation and compliance commitments possible.

Morgan Hensley Country Partner, Spain 

Bio

A large-scale logistics specialist for over two decades, Morgan leads our fleet decarbonisation projects across Spain and Portugal.

Progress is fueled by passion, and his campaign to sustainably improve Europe’s transportation infrastructure for HGVs gives us unparalleled insight.

He knows that cutting-edge technology can make the world better for future generations. Now, with Lysara, he’s making sure it does.

Francois Le Vert Country Partner France

Bio

François’ impact on sustainable parking cannot be overstated. With over 40 years’ experience, he has shaped urban parking in France and now leads our commercial transport initiatives there.

As founder of the Fédération Nationale des Métiers du Stationnement, he has helped to steer France’s parking laws in forward-thinking directions.

Now his focus is firmly on fleet decarbonisation and cleaner logistics with Lysara.

Saad Wakeel Head of Finance

Bio

Lysara’s goals are long term, so we need a rock-solid financial foundation, and ambitious financial leadership.

Saad has managed over $3bn in assets for sovereign wealth funds, pension funds and financial institutions at AGC Equity Partners.

His extensive experience in sustainable growth allows us to deliver better outcomes for both people and our planet.

Ben Clark Acquisitions Manager

Bio

Ben heads up our UK acquisitions, responsible for building a future-proof network of charging hubs.

At Amazon Logistics, CBRE and CWM, he acquired warehouse and parking sites, as well as deep insight into sustainable real estate growth.

Our future depends on creating a sustainable UK HGV charging network fueled by renewables and we depend on Ben to help achieve it.

Federico Fini Country Partner, Italy

Bio

Federico brings asset management expertise and an incredible eye for detail to our Italian operations.

Having taken organisations in multiple sectors to new heights, he joined Lysara to transform logistics for the better.

With his strategic leadership and proven track record, he’s in the perfect place to do it for Lysara.

Andy Martin Chairman 

Bio

With over 45 years in commercial real estate, few have earned the accolades of our Non-Executive Chairman.

Andy is a pioneer of innovative real estate, including business parks, logistics parks and life sciences. This success saw him become UK CEO of BNP Paribas.

Having chaired the Investment Property Forum and the UK Urban Land Institute, he firmly backs Lysara to change the real estate landscape for the better, all over again.

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