The Building Efficiency Podcast presented by Nenni & Associates and hosted by Jim Schafer. Each week we bring you a business leader from the Building Efficiency industry who will be sharing their backgrounds, where they see the industry going, and what drives their success. Nenni & Associates is an Executive Search firm who helps our clients find the right talent. Across the Building Efficiency industry our clients are focused on retrofitting existing buildings, implementing renewable energy technologies and new construction design. We hope you tune in and subscribe to this podcast if you're looking for our guest's perspectives on the Building Efficiency industry - past, present, and future.
Case Study: Successful Talent Acquisition in Energy ServicesClient: Energy Services Division of an Established Mechanical ContractorChallenge: The energy services division of a well-established mechanical contractor was facing difficulties in identifying the right individual to complement their team and support their public sector clients. The challenge stemmed from the industry's traditional approach to hiring, which typically prioritizes candidates with direct experience in Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC). However, the executive leadership team expressed an openness to considering candidates from outside the traditional ESCO talent pool.Approach: Nenni & Associates, an executive search firm specializing in talent acquisition, partnered with the client to assess their specific needs. Through consultations with the executive leadership team, Nenni determined that a candidate with a strong solution-selling background would be a viable fit. The focus shifted to identifying individuals with experience selling complex engineered solutions to clients with multiple decision-makers and extended sales cycles.This approach was significant because it deviated from the industry norm of hiring only those with direct ESCO experience. Nenni recognized this as a positive trend, signaling an industry-wide need for fresh talent, innovative ideas, and diverse perspectives to drive growth and evolution.Outcome: Nenni & Associates successfully identified an ideal candidate who had:18 years of experience selling complex solutions to public sector clients.An engineering degree, demonstrating their ability to understand and solve technical challenges.The right cultural fit, attitude, and long-term potential for success within the company.By broadening the search parameters and embracing a more inclusive talent acquisition strategy, Nenni & Associates helped their client secure a high-caliber professional who will contribute to the company's growth and the evolution of the energy services industry.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
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Clay is an accomplished executive, product manager, and investor with extensive experience leading business operations, logistics, technology, and investments. He thrives in helping entrepreneurial-minded companies succeed by seamlessly linking innovative technology with efficient operations and disciplined investment. However, his passion is improving companies by improving people.As Next Step's President, Clay oversees all business functions and is responsible for aligning all business units behind the company's common goals of customer satisfaction, innovation, and operational excellence. He plays a key role in developing and executing the company's ambitious strategy for continued growth and improvement. Prior to Next Step, Clay served as a leading Operational Executive and Head of Product for Turning Basin Service, a forward-thinking automotive logistics company and software developer in the business of controlling and operating point of entry ports for some of the world's most successful vehicle manufacturers. He was responsible for offering strategic direction and operational guidance across all business functions with a focus on systematically pushing performance, technology, and value. In addition to demolishing KPIs, his team designed, developed, and launched innovative software into dynamic production environments for premium brands like VW, Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini, and Bentley. Prior to his time in automotive logistics, Clay served as Vice President and Investment Partner for InSite Realty Partners. Where he helped craft and execute investment, leasing, and divestment strategies across multiple asset types and classes. He led due diligence and underwriting, marketing efforts, contract negotiations, financial approval, architectural and construction management, and legal review on 50+ transactions annually, with a combined transaction value of over $500M. He has partnered in syndicated real estate investments valued at over $125M, focused mainly on institutional-quality office, industrial, and land opportunities. Clay holds a management degree from Rice University. While at Rice, he competed as a member of the Rice Owl baseball team and was recognized as an Academic All-Conference team member, Western Athletic Conference Scholar Athlete, and Rice University Honor Athlete.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Jon prides himself in sharing his vast engineering knowledge with owners and young engineers. He enjoys educating owners on how to properly update their spaces and systems with cost-effective and energy-efficient strategies to their benefit. With five perfect Energy Star rated buildings under his belt, he also leads a mentorship group within CMTA to achieve the same. Jon also mentors students and young engineers to explore career opportunities in STEM or engineering. And after all of this, he enjoys getting out into nature and spending time with his family.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Dr. Marshall Cox is the co-founder and CEO of Kelvin, a pioneer in sustainable building decarbonization and innovative HVAC solutions. He earned his M.S. in materials science and engineering from Cornell University in 2004 and his Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Columbia University in 2013. Marshall holds over 10 U.S. patents and has published eight peer-reviewed papers in semiconductor devices, processing, and inorganic synthetic chemistry. He has received numerous awards through his work at Kelvin, including the MIT Clean Energy Prize, the Verizon Powerful Answers Award, and the Popular Science Innovation Award.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Paul's career—his role, approach to projects, client relationships and process within the firm—is summed up in a simple quote, “Working hard each day to find a better way.”As the co- Engineering Practice Leader for the firm, Paul works hard to be a driver of innovation while encouraging future leaders to invest in themselves to achieve career milestones. While his background is in mechanical engineering, he brings a constant curiosity and a comprehensive understanding of the full spectrum of engineering disciplines to his work. Paul is a champion for his clients and appreciates when they challenge his team to think differently, experiment and try new things.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
As Chief Revenue Officer at Influent Energy, Justin leads the sales, business development, and marketing teams to grow with existing customers and expand into new markets. With over 15 years of experience in sales, including small business ownership and leading a large commercial electrical sales organization, Justin brings a wealth of knowledge to the role. Outside of work, Justin enjoys spending time with his wife Kate, their son Wells, and their dog Mac in Charlotte, NC.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
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Lauren Waldrip previously acted as partner at Campbell Ward, a Little Rock based public affairs and public relations firm. A native of Moro, Lauren oversaw communications, promotional efforts, media relations, trade association management, event planning, marketing strategies, government relations, grassroots engagement and activities for state and federal PACs.While at Campbell Ward, Lauren served as the Executive Director of the Arkansas Rice Federation and testified on behalf of farmers before the Public Service Commission regarding net metering.She has worked as Project Coordinator for the Razorback Foundation, where she created and implemented a program that increased membership by 20%. Lauren assisted with the re-branding of the Razorback Foundation and aided in planning events for current and prospective donors. She has provided public relations assistance for U.S. Senator John Boozman and for the Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation.Lauren serves on the Little Rock Water Reclamation Commission and the Arkansas Foodbank board. She has been named to Arkansas Business' 20 in their 20's and Arkansas Money and Politics' Future 50 lists and is a Leadership Arkansas graduate.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Experienced sales leader helping others grow their career while providing value for customers, shareholders and the communities around us.Check out OPIX Systems here https://opixsys.com/index.php?types[0]=1&types[1]=5Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Tomas is the CEO and Founder of EnPowered. The company was founded in 2015 and currently saves customers over $50M per year with its energy management services. In 2021, it began offering its integrated financing solution where it works with a network of more than 200 funders to provide access to a large variety of financing services to clean energy contractors.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
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Chris began his career in the Marine Corps serving in various intelligence and signal intelligence assignments in both the enlisted and officer ranks. He received a B.S. degree in Business from The Citadel and a Masters Degree in Adult Education from Montana. Following his nearly 22 year military career, he served in three different Fortune 500 companies in various training, leadership development and sales leadership roles. Chris founded Helios, a Total Energy company in 2014, and the company has seen rapid growth since inception. The organization is dedicated to help make energy efficiency and renewable solution implementation “easy” for their clients. Helios has been recognized as one of the fastest growing clean energy companies in America. He has received numerous personal and organization awards from the DoD, Department of the Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and several corporate and professional organizations. Chris' passion is to help people and organizations reach their full potential in service to our environment and one another.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Joey Redmond is an electrical engineer with over ten (10) years of experience in the energy and utilities sector. Possessing a strong foundation in commercial, industrial, and institutional design, he excels in areas such as central utility plant design, process utility design, HVAC design, and equipment replacement projects. His extensive employment history includes roles at Gemma Power Systems, A/Z Corp., SmithGroup, and Yale University, where he demonstrated expertise in electrical engineering, project leadership, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Mr. Nolen is a Director of Business Development – Renewables at Farnsworth Group, with a background in renewable energy project development. Jeremy has worked with clients for the last decade through funding/financing, system design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. He has experience with over 250+ projects totaling 30+ MWs across the United States. The industries served for these projects include utilities, municipalities, commercial, industrial, healthcare, federal/state, K-12 schools, and higher education facilities. Jeremy focuses on a client's energy transition towards a more sustainable environment.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Noel Chambers is the Director, Energy Efficiency and Electrification for Energy New England. In this role, he is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of energy efficiency, electrification, and electric vehicle programs for more than two dozen municipal light plants across the North East. Prior to his role at Energy New England, he was a Supervisor of energy efficiency at Eversource Energy where he was responsible for strategic initiatives and workforce development activities which were leveraged to help meet the ever-increasing statewide energy efficiency goals. Noel is currently serving as Chair of Northwest Energy Efficiency Council's (NEEC) Certification Advisory Commission helping to identify and address opportunities to achieve NEEC's goals. Noel is an active member of the North East Chapter of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) and The Northeast Chapter of the Association of Energy Service Professionals (AESP). He has been certified by the Department of Energy as a Qualified Steam System Specialist, and by the Association of Energy Engineers as: Certified Energy Manager; Certified Demand Side Manager; and Certified Measurement and Verification Professional.Noel earned his Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Rhode Island. He is also a Fellow of the Center of Collaborative Leadership at UMass Boston.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Frank Agraz has worked in the energy efficient lighting retrofit community for 30 years and currently serves as Director of Energy Efficiency at Facility Solutions Group. He and his team develop turnkey lighting projects and provide technical and educational support to the customer. Prior to his current role, he co-founded Maneri-Agraz Enterprises, a national turnkey lighting retrofit provider. He serves on the Board of Directors as Past President of the Illuminating Engineering Society. Mr. Agraz is Lighting Certified by the NCQLP and is a former Exam Committee Chair, responsible for the group that develops and maintains the content of the annual LC exam. He graduated from Texas A&M University with a BS in Industrial Distribution. Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
As Vice President of Energy, Jay is responsible for leading and growing Wendel's national energy efficiency services.Jay has been with Wendel for over 14 years during which time he has been involved in the study, design, and construction of energy conservation, renewable energy and electrification projects. In his new role, Jay will be responsible for leading and growing Wendel's national energy efficiency services.Jay has worked on many of Wendel's Energy Performance Contract (EPC) projects. He has worked closely with key clients including the New York Power Authority, Yale University, The Ohio State University, and Maricopa Community College. He has also collaborated with our business development team to grow Wendel's presence across the country and bring in new and exciting opportunities.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
As VP, Brandon is responsible for leading Eco-Energy's effort to deliver low-carbon solutions to the energy supply chain through the origination, development, and design of solar, solar + battery, carbon management, and other zero-carbon projects.A client-focused engineer with a passion for serving others, Brandon has spent the duration of his professional career in the energy engineering industry. First at the prestigious Energy Systems Laboratory at Texas A&M University and later at other firms, Brandon has originated, developed, and designed over $150M in energy infrastructure deals for agriculture, oil & gas, healthcare, higher education, industrial, aviation, utility, and sports arena clients.Brandon holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kentucky, a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Vanderbilt University, and an MBA from the Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management, where he was an Ingram Scholar. Brandon is also a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in multiple states.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
David has over 20 Years of business experience as an executive or principal in realestate related services. His experience as a developer, RE broker and partner of a REfinancial strategies firm provides a great deal of value and expertise.He has evaluated and analyzed over a hundred developments and understands thecharacteristics of a successful deal. He has utilized this expertise to underwrite selectdeals and arrange the capital for them.David's Key Strengths Include:• Residential Development. Developed hundreds of propertiesincluding land acquisition, planning & construction.• Financing. Procured real estate financing for newconstruction and redevelopment deals.• Real Estate Investment. His companies have purchased,rehabilitated and sold numerous Residential & Commercialproperties.• General Contracting. His Companies have built andrenovated several million dollars in projects.• Fixed Asset Financial Strategies. Consulted hundreds ofdevelopers and building owners on tax and cashflowstrategies• Fund Development. Developed investment strategies,examined opportunities, and raised and placed capital.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Mr. Strong brings over two decades of leadership and expertise to the realm of energy efficiency and HVAC industries. With a distinguished career spanning high-profile companies such as Texas Instruments, Johnson Controls, Danfoss, and Eversource, he has consistently showcased his acumen in driving impactful initiatives and delivering results. Throughout his career, Mr. Strong has demonstrated his forward-thinking approach, seamlessly transitioning between roles as a designer, manager, and consultant in energy efficiency and electrification implementation programs. His adeptness in engaging commercial customers and supporting channel actors has been instrumental in achieving notable outcomes for both employers and clients alike. As an Association of Energy Engineers Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Mr. Strong possesses a solid foundation of knowledge and expertise in the energy domain. His contributions extend beyond his professional endeavors, as he is also recognized as a published contributor to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), further solidifying his thought leadership in the field. Prior to his focus on energy, Mr. Strong held pivotal leadership and individual contributor roles within the HVAC industry. His extensive experience in navigating complex business environments, supporting major OEM clients, and honing skills in technical selling, account management, and business administration have been invaluable assets throughout his career journey. With his unwavering commitment to innovation, strategic vision, and dedication to excellence, Mr. Strong continues to be a driving force in shaping the industries he is involved in, leaving an indelible mark on the organizations and sectors he serves Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Becky Wacker is the Director of Energy Services Sales for the Americas, leading acquisition and implementation of complex facility programs and projects. She has 15 years of experience helping customers leverage their buildings to better meet their organizational goals, with a particular passion for decarbonization and efficiency. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Minnesota while winning two Division I National Championships with the Women's Ice Hockey team. Becky sits on the board for Clean Energy Economy Minnesota (CEEM) and NAESCO, and can often be found in a sports venue playing, watching, or coaching in her spare time. Disclaimer: Trane does not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. This material is for informational purposes only and it should not be relied on for tax, legal, or accounting advice. Tax law is subject to continual change. All decisions are your responsibility, and you should consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors. Trane disclaims any responsibility for actions taken on the material presented.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
As a Professional Engineer, Project Management Professional (PMP) and Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Marc is an expert at diagnosing complex energy ecosystems and developing transformational energy & sustainability retrofits. Helping clients bring their energy & sustainability strategy and vision to life with solutions that reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, simplify operations and maintenance, renew assets, improve occupant comfort and most of all support the core mission. Marc is passionate about delivering the best possible outcomes using his holistic, client-centric approach, underpinned by 15+ years expertise within such diverse roles as Sustainability Co-Chair, Director of Operations, Energy Manager, Critical Infrastructure & Energy Management Project/Program Manager, and HVAC Solutions Engineer.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Experienced and outgoing leader and consultant with strong analytical skills. Demonstrated history of success in Renewables, National Accounts, GPOs, and value-add industries. Strong professional skilled in Strategic Planning, Business Process Improvement & Business Development. Out of the box thinker who gets excited by solving new problems. Patrick believes in embracing challenges head on.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Mr. Sasscer is currently the Director of Campus Operations for The Packer Collegiate Institute, an independent preK-12 school in New York City. He is a member of the Operational Leadership Team and the Incident Command Team and is responsible for the oversight of all campus and facility operations including Capital Projects, Sustainability, Maintenance, Operations and Public Safety and Security of all the school facilities. Mr. Sasscer has been responsible for managing teams that have overseen hundreds of millions of dollars in Capital Projects both domestically and overseas. Mr. Sasscer worked for JLL, HRO and other international real estate firms where he was involved in millions of square feet of the development of signature commercial real estate projects including the renovations of Madison Square Garden in New York City, Europlaza in Paris and Mobil Court in London. His teams have also managed other projects throughout North America, Europe and the Caribbean for numerous financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, universities and luxury residential developers.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Nick is an experienced construction professional and highly skilled trades person with nearly 20 years of experience in project, maintenance, and engineering management. As Project Executive for Quandel Energy Solutions, Nick is responsible for defining the growth strategy for the business and its personnel. Nick is passionate about team and client collaboration, communication and transparency, creating winning solutions for all parties. Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
The National Association of Energy Service Companies (NAESCO) Women's Network Committee aims to engage, empower, and advocate for women in the energy service company (ESCO) industry. The committee will serve as a platform for members to network, learn, and collaborate to advance their careers and promote diversity within the ESCO industry. Committee Chair Leslie Pope brings 10+ years of experience working in the energy sector and has a relentless passion for energy conservation and empowering women working in energy.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Experienced Lighting and Controls Sales and Engineering leader with over 25 years in the industry. Passionate about bringing energy efficient products and solutions to market with expertise in building and growing revenue streams in ESCO, Distribution and Specifications markets across the US and Canada. Particularly skilled in new market development with experience in LED Lighting, Lighting Controls, EV Charging, and IoT and SaaS solutions.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Director of Sales and Marketing with more than 25 years of sales executive and product development experience. Expertise in AC/DC critical power applications, battery energy storage (BESS), green hydrogen and renewable energy solutions. Been effective in aligning company's growth initiatives with their strategic objectives to achieve a competitive advantage, particularly the telecommunications, data center, semiconductor and utility industries. Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Rob has more than ten years of experience at GreenerU, ranging from project development and construction management to his current role leading a team of engineers and project managers implementing hundreds of carbon reduction projects across New England. Rob has a particular passion for building productive, long-lasting partnerships with customers in helping them solve their most pressing energy, infrastructure, and deferred maintenance challenges. He has experience in developing and implementing a full range of carbon-reduction and energy efficiency projects including lighting and lighting controls, boilers, chillers, HVAC systems, and building automation, ranging from initial site walkthroughs and brainstorming with customers through on-site implementation and commissioning. Rob has also developed and implemented strategic procurement methods for GreenerU's customers to help them develop and deliver comprehensive projects while meeting institutional procurement requirements. Rob has a bachelor's degree in physics from Boston College and a master's in energy systems engineering from Northeastern University.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Brad Jenkins is a 25 year veteran of the energy efficiency industry. His professional experience in the industry covers a very wide range of services from waste recycling to lighting manufacturing to sales leadership at industry leading design/build contractors delivering energy and water efficiency projects to most recently, energy as a service programs.Brad graduated from Bowdoin College and lives in the Boston, MA area.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Mr. Kirchhoff serves as the Chief Revenue Officer for Epsilon Industries. In this role, Mr. Kirchhoff is responsible for all revenue-related initiatives and activities for Epsilon, a 20-plus-year leader in the off-site construction market. Epsilon delivers mechanical/electrical-centric systems in a modular prefabricated format, optimized for streamlined on-site installation. Their systems range from standard commercial offerings to extremely complex custom-designed systems, and are delivered to a broad spectrum of customer industries. Prior to joining Epsilon, Mr. Kirchhoff's 30 years of industry experience include roles in consulting engineering, the services branch of a major equipment manufacturer, and running a regional construction management operation.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Taylor has spent the last ten years serving commercial and industrial (C&I) customers in their operational decisions regarding sustainability, resiliency, energy cost reduction, and third-party finance. He has developed, delivered, and financed more than 500 megawatts in distributed energy and utility-scale projects for his clients. Serving and managing C&I across a broad spectrum of industries, Taylor has showcased the ability to develop energy-as-a-service projects with velocity and at scale focused on the long-term and strategic needs of the clients he serves.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Jerrod Arnold joined the SFF Team in November 2021. He was in BUD/S Class 251 before becoming a combat medic and joining SEAL Team 2 where he deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Europe. He finished his active duty time as cadre at TRADET-2 Assault Cell, culminating with 9 years in the Navy. Jerrod has a Bachelor's of Arts in Biblical Studies with a minor in ancient Greek and Hebrew, as well as a Master's of Divinity from Beeson Divinity School. His roles at SFF include conducting intake calls and mentorship for our Career, Education, and Community Pillars. He also administers SFF's Community App and leads our weekly Campfire Chat and Bi-weekly Bible Study.Dan Hering spent nearly 40 years in the ESCO Industry serving in various customer facing and leadership roles with companies such as Honeywell, Siemens and AMERESCO, last serving as Director of Business Development for AMERESCO in the southwest US. Dan graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1978 where he studied economics & psychology. In retirement Dan is pursuing service opportunities by assisting the SEAL Future Foundation in educating transitioning Team Guys regarding career opportunities in the ESCO Industry and educating the industry about the talented leadership pool exiting the Teams. Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Prior to RENEW, Charlie was at C-Quest Capital, LLC (CQC) a carbon finance business dedicated to originating and developing high-quality emission reduction projects that provide superior returns for investors and energy services to low-income communities in Africa, India and Latin America. Charlie helped launch CQC's Global Cook Stoves Program.Prior to C-Quest, Charlie was a principal at SCRC, an investment manager focusing on sustainable infrastructure (energy, waste and water), with an emphasis on emerging markets. Charlie also founded and scaled two social ventures, including Alternatives for Community & Environment (ACE), the largest environmental justice center in the Northeast, where he served as Co-Director until 1998 and on the Board until 2004. In 1998, Charlie founded the Urban Ecology Institute at Boston College, and served as its Executive Director until 2008. Charlie taught in the Environmental Studies Program at Boston College until 2010.He has published numerous articles on environmental law, environmental justice and environmental policy. After graduating from Yale University and the University of Virginia School of Law, Charlie clerked on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. Charlie is a recipient of the Echoing Green Fellowship and Barr Foundation Fellowship and was Editor-in-Chief of the Virginia Law Review.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
With a rich background in real estate and a technical foundation in system optimization, sustainability, workforce planning, and operational excellence, Julia is a seasoned professional with 15 years of experience spanning the entire lifecycle of the built environment. Known for her exceptional leadership in the sustainability and real estate industry, Julia has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable real estate practices. Julia is a Licensed Urban Planner and holds a Master's Degree in Urban Planning and Engineering. Her impressive qualifications also include the distinction of being a LEED AP BD+C (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional for Building Design and Construction) and a Certified Sustainability Manager. In her previous role at Meta, Julia was instrumental in leading sustainability, budget, and workforce planning for the real estate organization. Her passion for interconnecting the needs of the business with the demands of resources has been a defining characteristic throughout her career. This commitment to finding creative solutions for challenging problems within global real estate operations was founded on her expertise in planning, engineering, and organizational excellence and development. Prior to her roles at CodeGreen Solutions and Meta, Julia served as a sustainability designer for the Department of Facilities at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Her responsibilities included facilitating and implementing energy efficiency programs, brokering partnerships for energy reduction, executing measurement and verification methods for projects on campus, and managing the LEED certification process. Julia has also been instrumental in creating sustainability programs for notable companies, such as Toyota and Rackspace, developing energy and sustainability metrics using predictive maintenance software and modeling.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Pam Maines leads the Zero Energy organization and provides full oversight as subject matter expert. Pam has over 30 years of experience in the energy industry with her recent experience focused on renewable energy and energy reduction for large commercial and government clients. Pam's first-hand experience working with clients in regulated and deregulated markets in both renewable and standard electric supply has brought hundreds of transactions to close and projects to completion. Clients look to Pam for project valuation, best practices, risk management, cost-benefit modeling, and transaction and contract structuring. In addition to her depth of experience, Pam has a valued and extensive contact network, which enables finding the best in class solutions for the greatest client value. Bringing fair and cost-effective solutions to clients is the number one priority.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Driven by his belief in a brighter future, the Global Network for Zero Co-Founder, President, and CEO Mahesh Ramanujam convenes a coalition of leaders dedicated to progressing society toward greater ESG compliance and ultimately a zero greenhouse gas economy. An investor, convener and unifier with decades of experience leading global technology platforms, Ramanujam focuses on integration and interoperability for optimal results in the sustainability sector. Experienced in both nonprofit and for profit sectors, Mahesh helps businesses, communities, cities, buildings and infrastructure to realize their ESG and net zero commitments. As President and CEO of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) and the global technology platform, Arc. Mahesh led the movement for transforming green building standards to ensure public health, equity and environmental sustainability in communities across the world. At USGBC, along with Network co-founders Sarah Merricks and Scot Horst, Mahesh set the gold standard for global green building certification and credentialing. In an effort to place greater awareness and adoption of human health and wellness performance markers, he future proofed the internationally recognized LEED rating system with a more rigorous and ambitious certification process, one that included the overdue and necessary decarbonization requirements for a net zero reality. Prior to his tenure as President and CEO, Mahesh served as the COO and CIO of USGBC, during which he ushered in a new era of groundbreaking programs. A respected thought leader, Mahesh regularly delivers keynotes at large events like Greenbuild, where he has secured and interviewed high-profile guests like former presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, Amal Clooney, Dan Levy and renowned architect Bjarke Ingels. Mahesh's writing has been featured in international media outlets and publications, and includes opinion pieces on climate change, ESG and investment, technology and policy. His USGBC work was preceded by leadership positions at IBM and Lenovo, where he led several business transformations programs. A graduate from India's Annamalai University with a degree in Computer Engineering, Mahesh always leads with an emphasis on inclusion and bridging divides. Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Gabriel has delivered energy efficiency upgrades in about 60M square feet across the United States and Canada. Gabriel brings over 20 years of experience in the industry providing turnkey solutions, for both lighting and mechanical systems. He believes in Faith, family, fun, and hard work.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Hamilton comes to Alpen with experience driving nationwide adoption of LED lighting and other energy-efficiency investments in commercial and industrial buildings. During a time when LED technology was new and virtually unknown, he advanced the end-user knowledge base, addressing a market need that lead to widespread implementation. Hamilton's sales and leadership tenure at his previous organization, Dalkia Energy Solutions (formerly Groom Energy), contributed to nearly 10-times sales growth over a 10-year period. Earlier in his career, he held multiple senior sales positions with Plan4Demand, a supply chain consulting firm.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Alex Grace is a subject matter expert in smart building technology, big data analytics, and their impacts on building operations. He currently leads the go-to-market strategy execution at Clockworks Analytics, a global building analytics platform. He has spoken at many national conferences on energy efficiency and analytics and is a published author in the textbook "Automated Diagnostics & Analytics for Buildings.”Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Chris Angelou is an accomplished Executive with a proven track record of leading companies to year-over-year growth in revenue and profits. Broad experience in all aspects of general management and sales development; including specific focus on developing, executing, and managing strategic partnerships and product development/innovation. Forward-thinking team leader with superior execution skills to grow the bottom line. Known for creating global innovative brand/market strategies. Currently leading the effort to shape facets of the clean energy industry and determine the direction of these emerging markets.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
An accomplished professional with a passion for energy efficiency and sustainable practices. For 18 years, Eric has been working to help companies understand the importance of energy efficiency in commercial and industrial buildings, building lasting relationships and partnerships along the way. Eric's expertise in energy management and sustainability has helped countless businesses reduce their energy consumption, cut costs, and minimize their environmental impact. Through his work, Eric has become a trusted partner for companies of all sizes, helping them to implement energy-efficient solutions that improve their bottom line and benefit the planet. His ability to build strong relationships and partnerships has enabled him to collaborate with businesses across a range of industries, from manufacturing and retail to healthcare and technology. Eric graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Operations Management) from Bridgewater State University. In his spare time, you will find him hanging out with his family or trying to figure out what the next best sports card is to collect. Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
As President of TechSite Charlie is responsible for building a team that can meet and exceed the company's goals while promoting a culture that aligns with our core values of Honesty, Loyalty, Gratitude, and Drive. Charlie wants a team that is customer-focused, driven, and strives to build and grow a fulfilling career for themselves and all members of their team. Charlie sets strategic and operational goals that support the long-term sustainability of the business as well as maintain and develop strong customer relationships that bring new challenges for the team to share their expertise, their talents, and grow and be satisfied in the work they do every day.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Jeremy Garfield is the Chief Sales Officer for Airmatic Compressors Systems, Inc. In this role, he provides strategic and tactical direction to the Airmatic sales team with the goal of growing the equipment, service and installation businesses, while providing customers and employees an excellent experience. A veteran of the energy and equipment industry, Jeremy started his career at Ingersoll Rand Compressor Group, where he held roles of increasing responsibility in the sales and management tract for 13+ years. After IR, Jeremy spent a decade as National Director of Sales at NORESCO Sustainability Services, growing the national energy audit, commissioning and LEED services businesses. Jeremy graduated from Lehigh University with a Bachelor degree in Economics and University of Massachusetts Isenberg School of Business with a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Jeremy is the father of four great kids and 24-year husband to his wife, Kelley. If you can't reach him, he's likely at the Jersey Shore, or in the woods on his mountain bike.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
David Korn, P.E., is Vice President and Co-Founder of Ridgeline Energy Analytics. He is a Senior Engineer with over 30 years of experience, whose work ranges from evaluating utility efficiency programs, to auditing and metering electricity usage in buildings and building systems, to helping investors establish savings levels of their projects. Previously he was Vice President of measurement and engineering at The Cadmus Group where he supervised 90 engineers and technicians (2011-2018). He oversaw an engineering laboratory that tested the energy efficiency of products and systems, including long term metering of lighting systems. David led teams that developed metering technologies for commercial and residential load analysis. He also led solar teams that performed quality control inspections on commercial and residential solar PV installations. He helped set voluntary energy efficiency standards for equipment, including water coolers, air conditioners, heat pumps, roof-top units, dehumidifiers, computers, and battery charging systems. Nancy Dickson is president, co-founder and CEO of Ridgeline Energy Analytics. She is a senior project manager and program evaluator. As CEO, she handles planning, implementation, and oversight of Ridgeline's project activities, staff coordination, contract negotiation, tracking, and reporting. Previously Nancy was a program director at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government. There she worked with senior leaders from academia, government, and business to address problems facing the energy, health, agriculture and water sectors. She served as co-founder and co-director of the Sustainability Science Program at the Center for Business and Government. This $22M cross-university program engaged over 50 faculty from 6 schools and resulted in over 400 publications and the training of 135 fellows from 30 countries. Her work has been published in numerous journals, including the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Science, and by MIT Press. She holds an MRP in environmental planning and a BA in government from Cornell UniversityOur services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Dan Weeden is the President of Fidelity Energy & Sustainability (FES). He provides strategic direction, oversees the organization's financial aspects, and leads FES's efforts to deliver solutions that provide measurable results in energy cost savings and greenhouse gas reduction for buildings in commercial and industrial markets.A veteran of the energy industry, Dan was most recently the Founder, President, and CEO of ENERActive Solutions LLC, an independent, full-service energy advising and consulting firm specializing in the assessment, design, development, and implementation of energy and sustainability projects for commercial, industrial, institutional, and pharmaceutical clients throughout the United States. His direction helped establish ENERActive as a leader in the energy space and earn significant industry awards and distinctions, including ranking No. 24 on the Forbes list of America's Most Promising Companies and being named to the NJ Biz list of Fastest Growing Companies.With a strong balance between engineering, sales/marketing, and leadership skills, Dan began his career in the nuclear power industry before moving into energy efficiency. In addition to ENERActive, Dan held leadership positions at Dome-Tech Energy Solutions and Comfort Systems USA.Dan graduated from Villanova University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) and an Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. A dedicated philanthropist, Dan sits on the board of the Asbury Park Music Foundation and is a founding member of the One More Tri Event for the New Jersey Special Olympics, the first triathlon that brings together special Olympians and ordinary athletes in the same event.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Based in Norwalk, Connecticut, Ventresca will be responsible for developing new partnerships that focus on financing private equity transactions, providing growth capital for businesses, and designing financing programs for scaling ‘as-a-service' businesses. Solutions include project and structured finance credit facilities, equipment leases and loans, cash flow loans, sales financing programs and purchases of portfolios or recently completed transactions.Mitsubishi HC Capital America is a leader in providing structured finance solutions for ‘behind the meter' energy projects and services such as lighting-as-service, remote energy efficiency software and solutions, programmatic rollouts of energy efficiency measures, and bundled energy storage solutions. The company's facilities are programmatic in nature, starting with the first project and are also highly customized to meet each client's specific needs.We believe his behind-the-meter industry knowledge and direct operating experience represent an important enhancement to the value we provide our clients,” adds Pagano. “As the clean technology sector continues to rapidly grow and companies need unique, customized financing solutions to implement their projects, we'll have another expert on our team, which is why we are investing in additional leaders of Fred's caliber. We are thrilled to welcome him.”Previously Ventresca served as Managing Director at Value Creation Partners. Prior to that, he held positions of increasing authority at ConEdison Solutions and GE Capital.Ventresca holds an MBA degree in marketing and a Bachelor of Science degree in business management, both from Fairfield University. He is also Six Sigma Green Belt certified from General Electric.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
As Vice President, Derek Mitchell serves as the principal lead on a variety of company initiatives such as Tax-Exempt Municipal Lease Financing, Energy Performance Contract Management, Government Fleet Analytics and Financing, in addition to various growth and implementation strategies. In his current role, Derek has financed over $300 million in transactions within the public sector as well as managing multiple project management engagements. He also made history when he led the financing team which funded the largest Energy Performance Contract ever implemented by a Public Housing Authority. Derek has presented and engaged in panel discussions on the topic of tax-exempt financing at various organizations including the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities (“CLPHA”), the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (“ACEEE”), and the Birmingham Business Alliance. Prior to his work at Grant Capital Management, Derek successfully launched products in the Antihypertensive, Psychiatry, and Urology markets within the pharmaceutical industry. He is knowledgeable in developing and executing sound business strategies that increase sales numbers.Derek has over fourteen years of experience in building strong customer relationships, training of newly hired employees and organizational strategy within multiple business segments.Derek holds a B.S. in Marketing from Hampton University and a MBA-finance from Loyola University.Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
As Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Mark Falahee is responsible for Solential's business development, applying a consultative approach to customers' energy needs that is collaborative in nature and leads to creative solutions. With over thirty five years of experience in the energy services industry, Mark understands the big picture of energy use. Mark launched his career developing and implementing complex energy and energy-related solutions with Honeywell. Prior to Solential, Mark was with Trane Technologies, working with cities, schools, county correctional facilities, and water/wastewater utilities on various energy projects. Mark earned a bachelor's degree in Social Science from Michigan State University. Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
Doug Golden is a 20-year veteran in the energy industry having served in various executive roles with Fortune 500 companies, privately held businesses, and venture backed startups. During this time, he has successfully launched business units within these companies and scaled those organizations to record revenue levels. Most of Mr. Golden's experience is in the power supply and generation spaces, particularly around helping large commercial, industrial, and governmental clients reduce their carbon footprint through the sourcing and implementation of renewable energy and energy efficiency assets. Mr. Golden is the Chief Operating Officer of Sparkfund, a platform services company that partners with leading utility companies and energy brands to bring decarbonization, electrification, and resiliency solutions to their end user clients throughout the United States. Prior to Sparkfund, Mr. Golden served as Vice President, Sustainable Energy for Eco Engineering, an EPC contractor in the energy efficiency and renewable energy space. Mr. Golden got his start in the industry at NRG Energy and held various leadership roles there including co-founding the Integrated Solutions Team which was tasked with developing a suite of services to large business customers including EVSE, solar, back-up generation, combined heat and power, demand response, and grid connected electricity supply. Mr. Golden holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Syracuse University where he remains involved with the Maxwell School and various alumni organizations. He lives in Houston TX with his 11-year old greyhound mix, Jack and is involved with several charitable organizations in the greater Houston area. Our services for both our clients and candidates can be found below✔️For Employers: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/for-employers/✔️For Candidates: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/career-opportunities/✔️Consulting: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/consulting-services/✔️Executive Search: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/executive-search/Nenni and Associates on Social Media:► Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nenni-and-associates/► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nenniandassoc/► Email Listing: https://www.nenniandassoc.com/join-email-list/► Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NenniAssociates
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