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.

Jay loves to learn. He takes great interest in understanding the core philosophies of those around him and believes there is something to be learned from everyone he meets. Since arriving at CPower, Jay has soaked up the knowledge of his team members. Along the way he’s become one of the most dependable members of the dispatch team. When he’s not learning from others, he enjoys studying and tinkering with new technologies. Jay is a family man, who isn’t afraid to brave trips to the local shopping mall if it means spending time with the people he loves most. Jay earned his bachelor’s degree in information technology from Towson University.

As CPower’s Project Manager of Metering, Jim currently has responsibilities for overseeing the meter and data acquisition functions for the PJM, California and ERCOT territories. If there were a meter to gauge passion, Jim’s would be perpetually spiked. One of the things he most likes about working at CPower is the freedom he has to make decisions to ensure customers receive the best service and experience CPower has to offer. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Jim has a wife, two teenage sons, and a beagle named Cooper.

When it comes to energy, Mariya has plenty of it. She also knows the energy industry inside and out. After receiving her B.S. in computer science, she jumped into CPower ancestor Constellation Energy’s global commodities management group, where she did everything from writing code for applications to applying Agile development methods to managing projects for the $42 million operation. She followed the energy trail west to San Diego to Sempra US Gas & Power, where she supported trading/sales around natural gas, wind, and solar plants in CAISO to generate tens of millions in yearly earnings. Mariya earned her MBA from San Diego State University and gained invaluable experience working for start-ups before returning to Baltimore and joining CPower. She and her husband, Zach, relish starting a family with the newly-arrived Liam Blake Frates and spending time outdoors with their two dogs, Sophie and Luna.

“We are making a difference in the world, one watt at a time.” -Kyle Kyle comes to the office each day knowing that CPower and its customers are doing work that matters “Collectively, demand management companies represent thousands of megawatts of generation that we no longer need to produce from dirty fossil fuel plants,” he says. “I breathe a little easier everyday knowing that companies like ours are trying to make a difference for the benefit of the environment.” The only thing that makes Kyle happier than working amongst such talented team members at CPower is knowing that many of his co-workers are also his best friends. Kyle is an AEE Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and an AEE Certified Demand Side Management professional (CDSM). His two kids keep him busier than any IT glitch. When he does manage some free time, Kyle enjoys playing volleyball, skiing, snowboarding, and anything on the water.

John Horton has been President and CEO of CPower since its formation in 2014. John has over twenty years of C-level management experience and has created meaningful value for companies in diverse industries. He is an experienced executive, with extensive experience in driving organic growth, leading mergers and acquisitions, and formulating strategy. John has managed both large public corporations and private mid-market companies. Throughout his career he has focused on building a strong company culture based on creating an outstanding customer experience. Prior to the formation of CPower, John served as Executive Vice President and CFO for Comverge, the leading demand response provider to electric utilities. Prior to Comverge, John was President and Chief Executive Officer of Lazydays, one of the country’s largest recreational vehicle retailers with annual revenues of more than $500 million. He also served as Chief Executive Officer of IPM Service Corporation, an automotive aftermarket manufacturer. John holds a BBA from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Texas

Mike came on board as Operations Analyst and quickly moved up to the critical position of Market Development Manager at CPower. He joined CPower because of the people, and they haven’t disappointed him. He feels that the comaraderie and supportive environment allows people to thrive and grow in their roles, and that transfers to how everyone treats their customers. He is fond of quoting the famous philosopher Vince Lombardi, and one of his favorites is, “The dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. Work is the key to success, and hard work can help you accomplish anything.” Mike has a B.S. in Finance and Management from Syracuse University and is a proud Buffalo Bills fan, even though Vince Lombardi never had the pleasure of coaching the Bills.

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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.

Vanessa’s focus is on the customer “I help customers feel confident in their decision to use us for energy management,” she says, “by being there for them from the beginning and having an open line of communication.” Vanessa joined CPower from Entergy, where she served as an engineer and analyst in the FERC compliance department. “I chose to work for CPower because they are leading in their industry,” she says, adding that, “the CPower team is also personable and welcoming. The engineering and ERCOT teams have very helpful in helping me make sure I know what I need for this position.” With a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, she’s found the perfect career fit. When not helping customers and CPower succeed, Vanessa spends time with her wonderful family, and stays fit through CrossFit training and working out.

Sherrea is one of CPower’s newest team members, but she’s already learned The CPower Way: work hard, be there for customer, have fun. She came to CPower looking for a new opportunity, having spent more than 15 years in customer service. Customers and team members alike at CPower have already come to appreciate her passion forgoing the extra mile to do whatever is needed. Sherrea has a bachelor’s degree in business management and is a self-proclaimed Hello Kitty fanatic.

Kishore came to CPower through its merger with JCI, which gave him the opportunity to continue his work in the demand response field with a young and energetic company. When he looks at demand response and CPower, he takes the long view. “There is always a demand for the power industry, and people will be needed to work in the sector for many years to come,” he says. Like many CPower employees, he sees working here as fast-paced and exciting. Kishore brings a good mixture of technical skills and functional experience to CPower’s IT department. Away from the ones and zeros, Kishore enjoys playing tennis, hiking, and spending time with his family.