Meet Your CPower Virginia Team
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The CPower Team


Kam Tower
Business Development Representative
Kam is first and foremost a forward thinker, something that fits nicely with the forward-thinking nature of his role with CPower. “This dynamic industry is ever changing. Some of the projects we work on will be prominent energy solutions in the future,” he says. He appreciates CPower’s particular niche within the energy industry, which he considers completely unique from a business perspective. Asked to summarize what makes CPower great, he doesn’t hesitate. “We are the energy managers and consultants who add value to those thousands of customers who do not have an energy management team.” And speaking of teams, LSU alum Kam loves everything related to LSU football (Geaux Tigers!). Kam also loves to cook, and he attributes everything he has learned to his mother and her New Orleans style in the kitchen. When he is not working, Kam enjoys playing sports and spending time with family & friends.
Kam Tower
Account Executive | Virginia


Erica Knapek
Account Manager | PJM
What drives Erica? “I care passionately about doing work that helps others,” she says. “I love that CPower is environmentally friendly and helps customers save on energy costs.” Erica developed her passion for helping customers during her time spent “at one company, in one industry,” where she had worked since graduating from Penn State. Much as she loved her customers, she knew it was time for a change. Fortunately, her friend, former co-worker, and CPower analyst Stephanie Tray knew just the change to make—join the team at CPower. “I value teamwork. I’m willing to pitch in and stay late to help a team member meet an important deadline. I believe these values lead to a culture of trust, friendliness, and mutual respect within the team.” Outside of the office, Erica spends her time on the go with her 11-year-old son Jake, getting him to and from activities and social events. She also enjoys hiking, music, football, and hanging out with her girlfriends.
Erica Knapek
Account Manager | PJM


Jon Grau
Business Development Manager
Bio coming soon!
Jon Grau
Business Development Manager


Eric Ring
Analyst – Downstream Operations
Since beginning his career in the energy industry more than five years ago, Eric has been a disciplined student of demand side management and demand response. When he’s not picking the brains of his fellow team members, he can be found studying the latest trends of the country’s open energy markets. Eric isn’t all business and no play, however. He also enjoys cooking and following stock and real estate markets. (Ok, so he’s mostly business.) Eric holds a Bachelor of Science degree in management from Tulane University’s Freeman School of Business, where he double majored in finance and economics with a specialization in energy.
Eric Ring
Manager |Enrollments, Payments & Settlements


Rory Caster
Sr. Director | Customer Fulfillment
As the head of CPower’s Dispatch team, Rory knows a thing or two about making sure the right information travels to the right person in the right amount of time. He believes that now is the right time for CPower to let their story be known through hard work and is excited at the opportunity businesses looking to streamline their energy use and spend have to help balance the grid and offset their energy costs through demand response. Rory has more than 15 years of working experience in the energy industry, a bachelor’s degree in physics, and a banjo he’s been known to strum in the cozy confines of his basement.
Rory Caster
Sr. Director | Customer Fulfillment


Glenn Bogarde
Senior Vice President, Sales
Since he was promoted to CPower’s Senior Vice President of Sales in February 2016, Glenn has lead the company’s sales team on a nationwide mission to help customers get the most from their demand response participation. Glenn brings to CPower more than 20 years of sales experience in the enterprise software and energy industries. Prior to joining CPower’s team, Glenn served as Senior Vice President of Global Sales & Marketing at P2 Energy Solutions, Incorporated. He has also broadened his experience at SAP America, where he served as the National Vice President of the Energy & Utility consulting practice responsible for managing the strongest growth business in the North America Field Services. Prior to his tenure with SAP, Glenn held sales and consulting management positions with Oracle, Ventyx and i2 Technologies. Glenn joined CPower in August 2015 as the Vice President and General Manager of Sales in the PJM market. Since then he’s come to love the challenges working at CPower presents, as well as the opportunities he has to collaborate with great people doing meaningful work that truly makes a difference. Glenn earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from Towson University in Baltimore, Maryland.
Glenn Bogarde
Senior Vice President | Sales


Ed Drew
Vice President & General Manager | PJM Region
Ed’s bio coming soon.
Ed Drew
Vice President & General Manager | PJM Region


Dann Price
Senior Director of Market Development
Even though his title is Director of Market Development, Dann’s primary focus isn’t always on making the sale. To him, earning a customer’s trust and respect is often more important. This wins him respect from his clients in return, and is a philosophy he’s been able to employ consistently at CPower. “I love that we have the ability to get to know our customers, their business and their challenges so that we can work with them directly on their specific needs.” he says. Dann has been with CPower since the beginning, and spent 7 years in the industry prior to coming on board. Dann and his wife have three young children and spend most of their life outside of CPower coaching them in various sports, goofing around and, he hopes, teaching them a few things. Dann is a die hard Mets fan, which he admits is somewhat of a curse.
Dann Price
Senior Market Development Director


ESP Analyst
“I have always been interested in environmentally-friendly companies,” Ashley says when asked why she chose CPower, “and when I was approached to join the team, I knew it would be an amazing opportunity to follow my passion.” Contributing to sustainability isn’t her only passion, of course. Ashley is also an enthusiastic believer in focusing on the customer. “I truly enjoy helping customers realize the savings they are gaining by working with CPower, as well as the fact that I am actively helping the environment with my work,” she says. “I love being able to explain financial metrics and statements.” With an international business and finance degree from the University of Georgia, Ashley’s the perfect person to inform and enlighten her customers. Outside of the office, Ashley’s passions run to horses and Bulldogs. She volunteers with a rescue organization for draft horses (like Clydesdales) in the Baltimore suburbs and cheers on her alma mater’s football team every football season.
Ashley Parkin
Analyst | Enrollments, Settlements and Payments


Ray Berkebile
Senior Director of Operations | Engineering
“I knew I was going to be an engineer since my parents bought me a drafting board and kit equipped with T square, triangles and compasses in the sixth grade.” Ray can now easily lay claim to being the company “veteran”, going back with the organization over 20 years starting with Delmarva Power which became Conectiv Solutions, then Enerwise Global Technologies, then Comverge, and ultimately CPower! And the key to this long successful run? “I think it’s so important to listen twice as much as you speak, as customers will tell you the issues they need help with, but you have to really listen!”A ‘one size’ fits all approach definitely does not work in the energy and demand management market, says Ray. “I love working in the energy field, and CPower affords me the opportunity to work across all vertical markets for the Commercial, Industrial and Institutional segments. This breadth and depth of diversity in our customer base — from the largest industrial plants to commercial office buildings, hospitals and small box retail stores — helps keep things interesting and affords constant opportunities for learning and growth.” Ray holds a BSME from Widener University and was inducted into Tau Beta Pi in college as a lifelong member (the National Engineering Honor Society where only the top 4% are selected to join). He is an avid reader and family historian, and enjoys taking day trips and traveling with his wife and their two cocker spaniels.
Raymond Berkebile
Senior Director of Operations | Engineering
Virginia Energy Leadership Team

Nam Nguyen
State Energy Manager
Nam Nguyen
State Energy Manager


Walid M. Daniel, PE, CEM
Utilities and Performance Manager
Walid manages Virginia Energy’s demand response program, including energy efficiency, and helps state facilities find ways to save energy, earn revenue, and achieve their sustainability objectives. Prior to joining Virginia Energy, he managed design and construction projects for the Virginia Dept. of Corrections. Walid holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University and a Master’s of Science in Engineering from Old Dominion University.
Walid M. Daniel, PE, CEM
Utilities and Performance Manager
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