From France, where leaders are expected to give clear orders, to Norway, where decisions are made collaboratively, each country has taught him something unique.

“In Russia, trust is personal, sometimes built over a shared drink. In Italy, leadership means looking out for your community and family.”

For Ingvald, leadership comes down to understanding people and their context. One size doesn’t fit all, you need to adapt to the people you work with. You can’t lead the same way everywhere.

Connecting people and business

This focus on relationships is a perfect fit for amina charging. At amina, it’s not just about selling ev chargers, it’s about building long term partnerships.

“Loyalty comes from trust, respect, and shared experiences. At amina, we want to be the best partner in ev charging. If a partner feels valued, they’ll trust your product.”

From Finnøy to innovation

Growing up on the small island of Finnøy, Ingvald learned to see opportunities everywhere. “In small towns, you have to think creatively” he says. “If something breaks, you figure out how to fix it.”

That mindset has stayed with him. He believes innovation isn’t just about technology, but understanding what people need.

“When you focus on people, you can deliver real solutions,” he explains. That’s the philosophy driving amina, creating ev solutions that fit the lives and needs of its customers.

We’ve achieved a lot, but there’s still so much to do!
Ingvald Løyning

His leadership style reflects this humility. “It’s not about being in charge, it’s about helping the team and our partners succeed.”

Life outside work

When he’s not working, Ingvald enjoys simple pleasures. He loves spending time on the sea, fishing for lobster, and sharing good food and wine with friends.

“It’s not about fancy things, it’s about what brings people together.”