ABB's Dr. Matthew Wise and Andressa Ferraz Named Among Future of Field Service's 2025 Stand Out 50 Leaders

Two leaders from ABB Electrification Service have been named among the Future of Field Service's prestigious 2025 Stand Out 50 Leaders. Dr. Matthew Wise, Global Head of Strategy & Business Development, and Andressa Ferraz, Sustainability Advisory Service Manager for EMEA were selected for their outstanding contributions in redefining field service innovation and their roles in developing customer-centric energy solutions.

The recognition highlights the team’s instrumental work in helping customers navigate the energy transition through new service business models and strategic collaborations that support operational rigor, circularity and long-term customer value.

“This recognition reflects Matt’s and Andressa's commitment to redefining what field service can achieve when we work together with our customers as trusted partners,” said Stuart Thompson, President of ABB Electrification Service. “Their leadership in developing accessible energy solutions shows how service innovation can drive both performance and sustainability, all while remaining relentlessly focused on customer outcomes. By turning emerging technologies into accessible business solutions, they’ve helped to ensure our customers are equipped to outrun the complexities of renewable energy integration.”

Dr. Wise has played an integral part in driving strategic partnerships and acquisitions to grow ABB Electrification Service’s innovation ecosystem, especially in key areas spanning digitalization, energy storage, and emerging technologies such as AI and edge computing. He has driven partnerships with startups like GridBeyond, Ndustrial and Pratexo, enabling ABB to deliver smarter electrical asset management and real-time decision-making capabilities.

Ferraz has been instrumental in pioneering ABB’s newly launched Battery-Energy-Storage-Systems-as-a-Service (BESS-as-a-Service) offering, which addresses critical market needs around energy storage adoption. The service enables businesses to strategically manage energy costs, improve grid resilience, and accelerate their transition to renewable energy sources, all while paying only for the capacity they need, when they need it.

The Future of Field Service's Stand Out 50 Awards recognize leaders who are driving innovation, authenticity, and strategic execution in the field service industry.