The Team
At CPower, we believe that at the heart of successful energy management lies the trust between an organization and its energy team.
We love being that team.
Mike Abramson
Chief Financial Officer
Mike joined the CPower team in 2018 as SVP of Financing and Operational Analytics, where he is focused on optimizing the Company’s capital structure and driving operational excellence through cross-functional collaboration. Prior to joining CPower, Mike was a Senior Vice President in Houlihan Lokey’s Capital Markets Group, where he closed numerous financings for private equity-owned and entrepreneur-owned companies across multiple industries. Mike received an MBA in Finance from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California and a B.B.A. in Finance and Accounting from the University of Michigan Business School. Mike loves the entrepreneurial spirit and strong focus on teamwork that his colleagues at CPower exhibit, all of which create a fun and inclusive culture that helps us better serve each other and our customers. In his free time, Mike enjoys spending time with his daughter, playing softball, and hiking, with his personal highlight being completing the Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim hike in a single day in 2016.
Mike Abramson
Chief Financial Officer
Tony Alvarado-Rivero
Director | Infrastructure and Integrations
Engaging with new technologies is one of Tony’s favorite pastimes. His willingness to embrace change and share his knowledge with others make Tony one of CPower’s most dependable team members. He played an integral role on the team that developed CPower’s Customer Interface, a complete demand response solution that brings powerful energy management tools to the customer’s desktop or mobile device. Tony often sets the experiential tone for many of CPower’s customers. Whether live or via webinar, his technology demos are known for their clarity and often remembered for their enthusiasm. They’re a microcosm for CPower’s customer experience. Tony’s career in the energy and technology industries has spanned more than 25 years. He holds an electrical & electronic engineering degree from England’s Croydon College.
Tony Alvarado-Rivero
Director | Infrastructure and Integrations
Jobin Arthungal
Sr. Technical Sales & Portfolio Manager | New England
“All in” …these two words define Jobin’s professional approach to any challenge he undertakes. “Being committed 100% will position you to bring out your very best, and that, in turn, will reward everyone who interacts with you, including customers, coworkers, and friends”.
Jobin has been with CPower since Nov 2014 and his commitment during this short span has enabled him to quickly transition from his initial role as Energy Engineer to ISO New England (ISO-NE) Market Development Manager. And he’s clearly well qualified for the role with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University and Masters of Science (M.S.) in Energy Management from New York Institute of Technology.
When he’s not thinking about energy-related challenges, Jobin considers himself a weekend warrior focused on honing his football and basketball skills. He’s a die-hard Iowa State Cyclones fan who also loves the Dallas Cowboys and Dallas Mavericks (with apologies to his New York and New England colleagues). He’s also actively involved with humanitarian mission trips and local volunteering events.
“Working in an environment that is sincere and transparent in helping you grow in your career as well as positioning you to be successful is a blessing,” says Jobin. We’re certainly blessed to have him on the CPower team!
Jobin Arthungal
Sr. Technical Sales & Portfolio Manager | New England
Georgia Avgerinos
Sr. Analyst
Georgia is a team player. Her motto is, “Treat others how you would want to be treated, and always maintain open lines of communication.” She sees CPower as a team running a machine, and believes, “There is no ‘them and us’ when it comes to the internal workings of our company.” So if you are getting or giving push back, expect Georgia to be all over it – finding the cause of the push back, working with the group pushing back and getting the issue resolved as quickly as possible. In her role as a Business Analyst, this makes her a valued team member. In addition to her Bachelor’s Degree, Georgia has an Associates in Graphic Deign, A+ Hardware certification and intends on working on more certifications in the future. All of which is somewhat lost on her two four-legged fur babies, Cotton and Bingo! who are more impressed by her snuggling talents during a Netflix Marathon of Doctor Who. When they allow her to leave the house, she may attend an occasional wine tasting with her girlfriends.
Georgia Avgerinos
Sr. Analyst
Jamie Bachman
Manager | Field Operations
We love Jamie’s positive attitude… quite clearly reflected in her favorite Churchill quote: “I am an optimist. It does not seem too much use being anything else.”
Jamie has been with CPower since its inception, and we’re certainly glad she’s an integral part of our team! “I love the challenges we try to solve in the fast-paced, dynamic energy industry. The excitement of developing my skills as part of an innovative company with the many smart people at CPower today is very exhilarating,” says Jamie. “And the icing is I get to wear jeans and ride my bike to work.”
Prior to CPower, Jamie honed her project management and analyst skills in energy companies and utilities such as Constellation, Exelon and PPL. In her spare time, Jamie enjoys activities like bicycling and sailing. She also keeps herself busy with DIY projects, carpentry and woodworking plus volunteering with the Special Olympics and other worthy local causes.
Jamie Bachman
Manager | Field Operations
Kyle Barnett
Financial Analyst
Bio coming Soon!
Kyle Barnett
Financial Analyst
Jack Bauman
Energy Engineer I
Jack is living proof of his belief that “it’s the small things that will make you successful.” After graduating from the University of Pittsburgh in Spring 2019 with a B.S. in mechanical engineering, he started small with an internship at CPower’s Pittsburgh office. Within months he received his EIT — and an offer to join CPower as an FTE (full-time engineer). “I like that the energy industry is always evolving,” he says. There’s always something to learn, and CPower gives me the resources and collective brainpower to earn it all,” And chief among those resources are the CPower engineering team. “My co-workers continually set an example of what it takes to be a successful engineer,” Jack says, “and this allows me to better myself every day.” Outside the office, Jack is a runner (despite the many hills of Pittsburgh) and plays guitar and piano to relax.
Jack Bauman
Energy Engineer I
Peter Bergeron
Senior Director & GM | Utility Programs
For Peter, no two days at CPower are ever the same. The only thing he loves more than the pace and intensity of the CPower office is the team he experiences it with. “CPower is a dynamic company with a staff dedicated to ensuring our customers’ success. This dedication results in a workplace that embraces change while encouraging creative thinking and innovative problem solving” Though he’s too humble to admit it, Peter is among the most feared cornhole players at CPower. When he’s not working, Peter enjoys spending time with his family.
Peter Bergeron
Senior Director & GM | Utility Programs
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
Chrissy Bilotta
Analyst of Operations | Engineering
Chrissy has a good deal of experience in energy management, having landed her first job in the field in 2002. She’s held several positions in different departments since then, but has always enjoyed the engineering side of things. When she joined CPower in 2014, that’s where she ended up. She considers the people she works with her “family outside her family,” and says it makes the day go much easier when the people around her genuinely care about each other and help each other succeed. CPower is a great bunch of people, she says, and they share her work philosophy, which is, “If you don’t take the time to do it right the first time, you will never take the time to do it right.” Outside the office, Chrissy spends as much time as possible with four-legged friends. She has a huge place in her heart for animals and would live on a farm filled with them if she could. In the meantime, she spreads that extra love to hockey (Go Flyers!) and football, and runs 5K’s for charity, which fulfill her requirements for being outdoors and traveling.
Christine Bilotta
Analyst of Operations | Engineering
Keith Black
Vice President, Sales | New England
Keith Black’s professional credo is short and to the point: “Listen and learn.” “Whether in business or life, these actions will open your mind to other ideas or possibilities, helping expand your knowledge base,” he says. It’s a philosophy that has served him well over his 30+ years in the energy industry, including serving as VP and GM for Constellation Energy. In fact, that’s one reason he chose CPower. “I appreciate the people and the culture CPower’s built over the last six years,” he says.”Plus, I’m able to work with many peers from my Constellation days as CPower became part of the solutions business.” Keith enjoys being a trusted energy advisor to both prospects and customers, enabling them to manage risk over time, lower costs, and utilize renewable resources when possible. Customer focus, of course, is a big part of that, he says. “Customer focus has challenged me to learn more about how the energy markets work, are influenced by demand, weather, and regulatory policy plus how products & services can interact or impact customers.” Away from the office, Keith enjoys his family, mini goldendoodle Brandy, and the benefits of being an almost empty-nester. “As the children have become more independent my wife and I enjoy traveling a bit more, getting out to hike, finding a spot on the beach to relax, attending balloon festivals, or visiting wineries.”
Keith Black
Vice President, Sales | New England
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
Kellen Bollettino
Account Executive | PJM
Kellen’s Bio Coming Soon
Kellen Bollettino
Account Executive | PJM
Danielle Bond
Senior Engineer
You don’t have to call her Doctor Bond, but Danielle does have a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering. She also has more than 10 years of engineering experience in the energy industry and passion for helping organizations achieve sustainability. Part of what makes Danielle such a valuable team member for CPower is her ability to explain complex issues in an easy-to-understand way, a skill she gained as an Educational Studies minor in college and as a college professor prior to joining CPower.Danielle recently joined the CPower team when the company acquired eCap Network, a leading energy efficiency measurement and verification firm in the PJM market. She looks forward to bringing her always-be-learning attitude and her specialized skills to help CPower’s customers maximize the benefits of their energy efficiency and demand-side management projects.Danielle enjoys an active lifestyle that includes hiking and traveling with her husband.
Danielle Bond
Supervisor | Engineer
Mark Boucher
Director | Technical Product Management
Mark came to CPower via the EnergyConnect acquisition, where he held roles of increasing technical responsibility since Mar 2005. He manages a team focused on the design, development and implementation of CPower App, the company’s industry leading software that includes systems integration with electricity markets for scheduling, event signaling and settlements, integration with customer building control systems, etc. Our customers continue leverage his 15+ years of experience in systems development and energy management across a broad range of vertical markets and industries.
Mark Boucher
Director | Technical Product Management
Chris Brien
IT Infrastructure Support III
“I believe in order to create something great, you need to work as a team. Nothing truly revolutionary in the past decade has come from a single individual. To execute a truly great idea you need a team of people working closely together with various skills to bring something great to the world. At CPower I think we have that.” -Chris Chris came to CPower looking for the chance to be a part of a great team working together to do great things. He wanted to be part of a fast paced team dedicated to creating and utilizing the latest technology to provide an industry-leading service to its customers. Looks like he’s found his team.
Chris Brien
IT Infrastructure Support III
Gary Bright
Energy Engineer II
Bio Coming Soon
Gary Bright
Energy Engineer II
Bruce Campbell
Director of Regulatory Affairs
A lot of people resist change. Bruce embraces it. “When CPower purchased EnergyConnect, I was excited to be able to continue my work in facilitating continued growth in demand response opportunities” he said when he joined CPower. He served as Director of Regulatory Affairs for EnergyConnect and Johnson for 9 years. He’s been in the business since 2000, so he knows his stuff. Bruce values personal integrity and strives to be honest in all of his communications, and believes the only stupid question is the one that is unasked. We like his attitude and are glad to have him on the team. Bruce earned a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bucknell University in Pennsylvania, and also served as Secretary/Treasurer of the Advanced Energy Management Alliance, a leading industry advocacy association. He and his wife Karen (who happens to be a nationally recognized art quilter, by the way) enjoy whitewater kayaking and practice tai chi.
Bruce Campbell
Director of Regulatory Affairs
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
Jennifer Chamberlin
Executive Director, Market Development
Jennifer joined CPower through the acquisition of Johnson Controls iDR. “I was welcomed aboard by a team of bright, talented energetic people with an amazing customer focus!” We’re equally happy to have her on the team. Jennifer has spent 15+ years focusing on regulatory and government affairs, including advocating for demand response, behind the meter storage, retail access and competitive energy markets with organizations such as LS Power, Direct Energy, Strategic Energy and Chevron Energy Solutions. About her team at CPower, she says, “I have a fantastic team of ‘can do’ people. Tackling a host of new challenges as the energy and DR markets continue to evolve in California makes it especially rewarding. Helping to ‘make’ a market for DR in CA will shape things for years to come.” Jennifer holds a Political Science and Psychology (minor) degree from UC Davis. At home, she admits that her two Persian cats rule the house, but when she’s not tending to their whims she loves to cook, read, collect wine and DIY projects. She is happiest when she can escape to the water with her husband or friends.
Jennifer Chamberlin
Executive Director | Market Development
Hongtao Chen
Senior Developer
Hongtao Chen joined CPower from Johnson Controls / iDR, where he was also a senior Software Engineer for 5 years. Prior to that he spent another 15 years in the industry between ABB Systems Controls, and Commerce One, Inc., so he comes to us with a lot of experience in the business. He’s excited about the opportunity to grow with a relatively young company like CPower and to apply his experience to help accomplish that growth. When we asked about his personal work philosophy, Hongtao Chen replied, “A bend in the road is not the end of the road… Unless you fail to make a turn.” which we thought about for several minutes and determined to be a very true philosophy with many hidden meanings. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children as well as reading, listening to classical music and playing violin, which probably explains why he is so deeply philosophical.
Hongtao Chen
Senior Developer
David Chernis
Account Executive | New York
For CPower’s upstate New York account executive, customer focus isn’t everything. It’s the only thing. “Being in sales is being in the relationship business,” David says. “It’s 100% of the equation.” For David, coming from the worlds of commercial lighting, IoT controls, and automation, the technological advances in battery storage and distributed generation — and the opportunity to monetize them — make the DR world an exciting place to be. “I love working with my existing customer base in the Hudson Valley region of NY state. This gives me a chance to deliver new services to customers both old and new,” he says. His professional pursuits include happy customers and lifelong learning. Outside of the office, he pursues adventure travel with his wife, biking, XC skiing, and kayak fishing. Oh, and playing music, of course. Before lending his talents to the energy industry, he devoted his energy to his talent for music, first with a B.A. in music and then as lead guitarist for the national touring and recording band The Damnwells. Their loss is our gain. His motto: “Overdeliver for the customer, provide great service.”
David Chernis
Account Executive | New York
Rekha Chinnam
IT Applications Developer
Rekha like to use a phrase that you don’t hear too often to describe the atmosphere at CPower: “Zeal factor.” She’s thinking about copyrighting it, in fact. What she means by zeal factor is that the people at CPower are about more than just hard work and great experience, they try to make the work environment better by making it more fun. She obviously enjoys her work, but also takes it very seriously. She believes that if you work hard and believe in yourself it will pay off, not just personally but for your customers as well. That’s the CPower spirit, Rekha. Rekha hold a Bachelors in Electronics and Communication Engineering (B.Tech) from JNTU Hyderabad, in India, and in her free time enjoys hanging out with friends, chatting, having food, fun, watching movies, and going to Zumba classes.
Rekha Chinnam
CRM Technical Lead
Phil Ciulla
Account Executive- New England
Ask Phil what we loves most about working at CPower and you’ll get a simple answer: the people! Customers and team members alike look to Phil as a knowledgable and trusted partner. For Phil, the feeling is definitely mutual. Born and raised in California, Phil now lives in New England where he has tried to adopt a love for the region’s sports teams, but his Laker fandom runs deep.
Philip Ciulla III
Account Executive | New England
Rusty Coulbourne
Senior Developer
“We’re not just a team. We’re a family.” -Rusty Since the day CPower opened its doors, team members have counted on Rusty for all things related to IT applications. Rusty holds a master’s degree in advanced information technology and has nearly 20 years of experience in the energy and applications industries. Each day he brings wisdom and positivity to CPower’s home office in Baltimore and spreads upbeat energy to both his fellow team members and to CPower’s customers. When he’s not thinking up ways to enhance the technological side of CPower’s customer experience, Rusty is a father to four children. Rusty is perhaps CPower’s best cook, and often lends his culinary skills to friends’ weddings and other festivities.
Rusty Coulbourn
Senior Developer
William E. Cratty
Senior Technical Sales
William is one of CPower’s most experienced and knowledgable team members. Like so many at CPower, he prides himself on being personally involved in his customers’ energy management. Many of CPower’s customers in the New England market consider him one of their most valuable assets. William holds an engineering degree from the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY. Few in this or any industry are as adept at reading aloud the works of Dr. Seuss. William grew up on the same street as one of the most famous singers in American history, but he only tells that story in person.
William Cratty
Senior Technical Sales | New England
Karen Cross
Senior Analyst
Karen has spent nearly a decade in the energy industry looking for patterns in what, at times, seems like chaos. Her ability to help customers understand their energy use and spend make her a natural fit at CPower. When she’s not helping customers get maximized results from their demand response, Karen enjoys yoga and cross country skiing. But not at same time. Then again, if you know Karen you know that anything’s possible
Karen Cross
Contract Lead
Matthew D’Atri
Business Development Representative
Constantine ( Deno ) Damaskos
Senior Vice President | Market Development
As the Senior Vice President of Market Development for CPower, Mr. Damaskos directs a team of product managers responsible for overseeing the company’s national portfolio of Demand Response products. His team is responsible for liaising with ISOs and utilities regarding DR program policy, developing and optimizing CPower’s DR forward capacity positions, providing product support to the sales and operations groups, and developing new DR products. Prior to joining CPower, Mr. Damaskos held a similar role at Constellation Energy in addition to senior positions including Regional Vice President where he managed DR product development, sales and operations for the eastern United States and Canada. Mr. Damaskos has over 25 years of experience in the energy markets including distributed generation (traditional and renewable sources), demand response, commodity, and energy efficiency. He managed the New York metropolitan area sale, development, and implementation of distributed generation for Distributed Energy Services. He was responsible for establishing the value and associated risks of energy-related infrastructure upgrades for Enron Energy Services’ long-term energy outsourcing transactions for Fortune 500 customers. He also managed the sales, marketing and delivery of utility energy efficiency programs to commercial, industrial and institutional customers in California and the Northeast. Mr. Damaskos holds a B.S., Electrical Engineering (power systems concentration) from Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts.
Constantine ( Deno ) Damaskos
Senior Vice President | Market Development
Michael Debelius
Supervisor | IT Infrastructure and Product Management
One of Mike’s favorite quotes is from Dr. Randy Pausch: “Be good at something. It makes you valuable. Have something to bring to the table, because that will make you more welcome.” Well, we can attest that over the past 15+ years with CPower, Mike has been bringing significant value to our customers. He has over 30 years’ experience in the design, installation, and service of mechanical systems, and energy management systems and SCADA equipment. Many of our most active DR participants nationwide also actively leverage Mike’s expertise in CPower’s real-time metering solutions for their clear advantages, including greater visibility and control overload reductions as well as better overall energy management and sustainability benefits for their facilities. A solid Orioles and Ravens fan, Mike is married with three daughters (including twins in high school and his eldest pursuing a Ph.D. at Indiana University). He loves spending time relaxing with family and friends while enjoying a well-crafted margarita…both on and off trips to Disneyworld (over 25 so far and counting)!
Michael Debelius
Supervisor | IT Infrastructure and Product Management
Bob Depratt
Senior Energy Engineer
“Always be honest and truthful. It will always serve you well in the business world.” Bob’s integrity has served him quite well in his 15+ years as an energy engineer. He’s been fortunate to work with several of the most respected companies in the industry, and looks forward to the exciting challenges that await both his and CPower’s future. When he’s not engineering, Bob loves spending time with his two grand daughters. He’s also an avid golfer who knows every line from Caddyshack by heart. So he’s got that going for him.
Bob Depratt
Senior Energy Engineer
Jim DiSabato
Project Manager – Metering
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.
James DiSabato
Project Manager | Metering
Peter Dotson-Westphalen
Sr. Director | Market Development
Peter Dotson-Westphalen, or PDW, as he’s known, loves working for CPower. He describes it as, “A company made up of seasoned energy professionals within a tight-knit culture working with a common goal of creating the best customer experience possible.” He sees the role of his team as, “striving to create unique energy solutions for customers so they can manage their energy use, reduce their impact and improve their bottom line.” Lofty goals, but PDW is up to the task. In his personal life, Peter enjoys seeing live music, playing bass, and cooking. He also volunteers with Clean Tech Open, an accelerator program that offers business and mentoring resources for clean tech startup companies.
Peter Dotson-Westphalen
Sr. Director | Market Development
Ed Drew
Vice President & General Manager | PJM Region
Ed’s bio coming soon.
Ed Drew
Vice President & General Manager | PJM Region
David Eastman
Developer
David’s software development career reads like a who’s who of American business and technology, with stops at Nike, Intel, and WebMD. On the energy side, he’s also developed software for the Bonneville Power Administration and Pacific Gas & Electric (the utility, not the ‘60s band). As part of the CPower development team, David gets to help build CPower’s platforms into robust tools for helping customers manage their energy in the dizzyingly evolving energy sector. “CPower is a dynamic company full of interesting technical challenges,” he says, “and a good team of people.” Beyond the code David and his dogs Karma and Quasar, also known as the Squirrel Patrol, participate in a variety of canine sports, including the high-energy sport Flyball. He’s also a skilled photographer, capturing Flyball’s energetic canine participants in exuberant and occasionally gravity-defying poses as they compete.
David Eastman
Developer
Jeremy Ellis
National Account Executive
Bio Coming Soon
Jeremy Ellis
National Account Executive
Yana Fayer
Controller
As CPower’s Controller, Yana is responsible for all aspects of CPower’s accounting, forecasting, and financial reporting functions. Yana joined CPower shortly after its formation in 2015 when the opportunity to build her own department from scratch came along. She loves that CPower is team-oriented, agile and that no two days are the same. Her business philosophy is one that’s at the core of CPower’s philosophy, too: “I believe ethics come first—you need to establish and keep the customer’s trust, and be proud of the person looking back at you in the mirror.” Prior to CPower, Yana worked as an audit manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and holds an MBA with a focus in finance. She spends her downtime with her husband, daughter Anna, and Great Dane fur-child Zeus. You can also find Yana hiking the trails around Baltimore, her trusty Nikon at the ready to capture the great outdoors that she loves.
Yana Fayer
Vice President| Finance
James Fleming
Analyst | Customer Fulfilment
Bio coming soon!
James Fleming
Analyst | Customer Fulfilment
Suzanne Fontaine
Director, Customer Fulfillment
Steven Fulcher
Supervisor | Dispatch
As the Dispatch team member responsible for logger validation, Steve has a central role in the demand response process. Steve monitors and validates a steady flow of customer data in real time so that when an event is called, he can verify that the customer’s systems are in compliance. (That, in turn, ensures accurate payments to the customer.) Customers interested into gaining insight into their power usage can see Steve’s real-time data stream in CPower’s app. He loves that DR and energy management are, from his front-row seat, dynamic and fast moving. For Steven, “everything is done to improve the customer experience. Period.” When not tracking data, he’s learning VBA to help automate and improve
CPower’s internal reporting processes. Steven is an active supporter of craft beer, going to new breweries and trying a new beer at every opportunity.
Steven Fulcher
Supervisor | Dispatch
Michael Furlane
Analyst, ESP
Michael joined CPower straight out of his Masters of Management in Energy Program at Tulane University, and knew right away he’d found a fit. “I decided to join CPower because of its tight-knit work environment and the genuine pride and excitement people have in their work,” he says. “I appreciate that the CPower team constantly seeks out new opportunities in the energy industry and encourages rapid growth in its employees.” His life philosophy: “I value loyalty and honesty, and always try to put disputes behind me quickly so I can keep my friends close,” he says. “One of my favorite quotes is from Walt Whitman, who said, ‘Keep your face always toward the sunshine–and shadows will fall behind you.’” Off hours, and weather permitting, Michael enjoys sailing and tries to go out at least once every other week, either in a race or for pleasure. Sail on, sailor.
Michael Furlane
Analyst | Enrollments, Settlements and Payments
Dan Fusco
Application Developer
Dan embraces change, which is a good trait to have in an industry that is plagued by ever-changing rules and requirements. Dan and his roles have constantly evolved in his 8+ years in the business, and in his current position as Application Developer he shows no sign of becoming stagnant. His motto is, “Never settle for just ‘good enough.’ There’s always ways to improve and never stop reaching for better.” So look for Dan to continue to evolve how he helps CPower’s customers succeed. When he’s not developing, he loves to snowboard, skateboard and go hiking. At home he’s an artist as well, specializing in oil pastels, colored pencils or regular graphite pencils.
Dan Fusco
Principal Development Engineer | Integration
Joe Gatto
Vice President & General Manager New England and National Accounts
As the head of Sales for both National Accounts and the New England Region, Joe understands the importance of having the right people on the team. “The energy business is fast paced, challenging, and frequently changing. We work in a relatively small segment of that large business arena, but the kinds of things we do and the knowledge we bring are central to our customer’s developing a robust and sustainable energy strategy.” Joe learned early in his career the value of populating a company with team members who have an owner’s mentality. He believes the team at CPower is exactly that, which is why CPower has proven to be so proficient at seeing the world through the customer’s eyes.
Joe Gatto
VP & General Manager Sales | NE & National
Arusyak Ghukasyan
Energy Engineer
Arusyak joined CPower at its very beginning, coming over from Constellation Energy, but is no stranger to the energy field. Over the past 14 years, she has worked at multiple companies and organizations, providing consulting expertise in the energy and environmental fields, with a focus on energy efficiency. Energy engineering is practically in her DNA. She has a BS in Economics and Management of Power Enterprises/Engineering from the State Engineering University of her native Armenia and followed it up with an MS in Sustainable Energy Engineering/Mechanical Engineering from KTH, Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm Sweden. “I love working with our great customers, who we have built and continue building great technical relationships with,” Arusyak says. She speaks three languages, including her native Armenian, and love traveling, concerts, opera, good food, and art museums. “It’s important to love what you do,” she says, “and to not stop learning.”
Arusyak Ghukasyan
Energy Engineer
Beatrice Gockley
ACT129 Program Manager
Beatrice started out in energy management before the ink was dry on her college degree. “I worked in PJM right after college for eight years in multiple markets, gaining experience and knowledge of the PJM wholesale market” she says. “I then used those skills in private organizations, starting in 2010 at EnergyConnect, then iDR and now CPower.” Her approach to work is to, “Do your best every day, even if nobody notices, and be creative in solving problems.” She finds CPower to be a diverse company in many ways, standing strong under changes of the Demand Response World. Beatrice graduated Cum Laude from Temple University in Electrical Engineering with a Computer option. She is also fluent in Russian and Ukrainian. She lives with her husband and two bright, energetic children, and they keep very busy with their extra-curricular activities and socializing with family and friends. They are currently in negotiations about getting a dog, but have to take into consideration the vacations they take visiting her parents overseas and her in-laws in Maine. Someday she hopes to take up golf.
Beatrice Gockley
ACT129 Program Manager
Eddie Gomez
Dispatch Operator
Bio Coming Soon!
Eddie Gomez
Dispatch Operator
Jon Grau
Business Development Manager
Bio coming soon!
Jon Grau
Business Development Manager
Sukesh Gangumalla
Developer III | IT Applications
Sukesh’s love of code infuses every aspect of his work on the CPower APP UI code base. He loves working on Web applications and using the languages C# and JS libraries with .NET MVC. In his six-plus years working in IT, Sukesh has brought his talent with ones and zeros to bear at companies such as Cerner, Cognizant, and Pasco, and the University of Akron, where he earned his MS. He loves the work environment at CPower and the talented professionals who surround him. A sports enthusiast, Sukesh follows cricket, soccer, and the NBA.
Sukesh Gangumalla
Developer III | IT Applications
Kyle Harbaugh
Senior VP IT and Product Management
“We are making a difference in the world, one watt at a time.” – 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 every day 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.
Kyle Harbaugh
Senior VP |IT & Product Management
Joe Hayden
VP and General Manager Sales | ERCOT
A Texas native and graduate of Texas Tech University, Mr. Hayden has more than 27 years of management experience leading sales teams for Fortune 100 companies such as GE, Motorola, Ericsson, and Tyco where he exceeded growth expectations across numerous industries.
Joe Hayden
VP & General Manager of Sales | Texas
Tyler Herron
Engineer
Bio Coming Soon
Tyler Herron
Developer I
John Horton
CEO
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
John Horton
President & CEO
Mike Hourihan
Market Development Manager
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.
Michael Hourihan
Market Development Manager and Analyst for IESO and ERCOT
Shanelle Hunter
Accounts Payable Specialist
Shanelle has developed both professionally and personally since joining CPower as an Accounts Payable Specialist. She’s tackled the energy management learning curve with enthusiasm, and she applies the same energy to her personal pursuits, which have included completing her bachelor’s degree. She loves the team atmosphere and appreciates the support of her teammates, and looks forward to many great years with CPower. When she’s not keeping track of accounts payable, Shanelle enjoys spending time with her daughters, one of whom spends her weekends at college prep classes at Johns Hopkins University. Shanelle is just a little proud of them both.
Shanelle Hunter
Accounts Payable Manager | Finance
John Husson
Sr. Marketing Communications Writer
In the 20-plus years that John has written for business, he has maintained one focus: Find the story and tell the story, with clarity and heart. “At the center of every good story is a relationship,” John says. “For CPower, it’s the relationship between us and our customers, how we work with them to create success. And just looking at the breadth and diversity of our customer base and our programs, I’ll never run out of great stories to tell.” John is no stranger to energy, having served as the Marketing Communications Writer for Constellation Energy, one of CPower’s corporate ancestors. John continues his storytelling outside of the office, producing audiobooks and podcasts in his home studio. His family and a menagerie that includes dogs, cats, and a parrot who flew in the window one day keep him constantly on the move. Ask him about Assateague Island.
John Husson
Sr. Marketing Communications Copywriter
Tom Jenkins
Staff Accountant
Tom began his career with CPower antecedent Constellation Energy after graduation from Towson State University. “I transferred to Towson after finding out that the University of Phoenix is not actually in Phoenix,” he jokes. He has clearly found his place in the energy business. Tom started out with the SOX compliance division of Audit, then moved to Demand Response for Downstream Operations, handling PJM. When Constellation spun off CPower, Tom stayed with Operations until moving into the staff accounting position two years ago. Tom loves the work CPower does. “By reducing energy load and lowering the amount of stress on the energy grid, we are making energy efficient decisions that result in positive outcomes… we can feel good about the type of work we do.” Off the books, Tom enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, playing hockey, and spending time on the golf course.
Tom Jenkins
Senior Accountant | Finance
Donna Karas
Director, Account Management |PJM
Keeping a lot of plates spinning is no big deal for Donna. In fact, she finds the challenge exciting. Overseeing hundreds of different sites with different people and different businesses is what she and her team consider all in a day’s work, and she loves the reaction she gets from customers when they make money by helping maintain the grid. Open communication, transparency, and appreciation are the tenets of Donna’s professional philosophy. She appreciates her customer’s business and she’s upfront with them about their ability to be enrolled and work to set goals that are achievable, making them feel successful and eager to participate each year. When she’s not helping customers and protecting the grid, Donna’s greatest passion is cooking and spending time with family and friends. Her slightly less great passions are running trails and practicing meditation and yoga.
Donna Karas
Director, Account Management | PJM
Alison Keefe
Energy Engineer – Northeast Region
Alison has played a number of roles in her 9+ years in the energy industry. Through it all she’s learned the virtue of persistence, the value of teamwork and the importance of seeing the world though the customer’s eyes. Alison has a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of New Hampshire. She’s an avid snowboarder who loves spending time outdoors with her husband and her son, Connor.
Alison Keefe
Energy Engineer
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Ryan Keperling
Director | Customer Fulfillment
Focusing on the customer is central to Ryan’s approach to product management. “Understanding and empathizing with existing market problems provides the primary guidance in developing a meaningful solution,” he says. “I take the approach that if I’m designing a feature that’s not delivering meaningful improvement for my customers and solving their problems, it’s usually not a feature worth pursuing.” He was drawn to CPower’s culture, size, and entrepreneurial spirit. He’s also excited by the opportunity to deliver next-generation solutions and associated value. In the office, Ryan enjoys team building and collaboration associated with delivering value, particularly on innovative efforts. Out of the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two young daughters, reading, painting, pairing good food with good friends, DIY home projects, and keeping up with his sports teams.
Ryan Keperling
Director | Customer Fulfillment
Min Kim
Analyst | ESP
As a young and passionate business grad, Min might see a bit of himself in CPower. He describes himself as possessing “unlimited passion, team-oriented mindset, the ability to work under pressure (clutch genes), and good looks.” That sounds like it could be an apt description of CPower, too. Min says, “I love how we have the look and feel of a startup, where you get to communicate with all types of people from different departments and everyone seems so passionate about their roles.” He appreciates that CPower “brings the customer-focused mentality that really puts customers first above anything else.” Min loves to play sports—especially football and basketball—and hopes to travel to every country in the Europe.
Min Kim
Analyst | Enrollments, Settlements & Payments
Millie Knowlton
Sr. Manager | Strategy and Business Development
When Millie joined CPower, she brought with her a deeply held commitment to, as she says, “leaving the world a better place than we found it, and along the way ensuring integrity and equality remain central to any business solution.” At Tesla, she pursued renewable generation and energy storage projects, focusing on deploying these technologies across the U.S. and Canada. She brings that same desire and expertise in sustainability to CPower, where she develops new distributed energy resources (DER) solutions for CPower customers and partners. “I chose to join the CPower team because of its unparalleled reputation for delivering demand-side management solutions,” Millie says, “and because I support the mission of better managing energy consumption for a healthier and more sustainable electric grid.” This Palmetto State native earned her B.A. from the University of Virginia, and her Master’s in Environmental Change and Management from the University of Oxford in the U.K. “Outside the office” to Millie means just that: She likes to spend her free time in the great outdoors, backpacking, biking, triathlon-ing, working on a local food/agriculture project, and kayaking near her home on D.C.’s Anacostia River.
Millie Knowlton
Sr. Manager | Strategy and Business Development
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
Edmund Lassiter
Dispatcher | Dispatch Services
Two years ago, Edmund saw in CPower “an awesome opportunity to come in, in its beginning stages, and be a part of something special.” We’re very glad that he did. Edmund brings his valuable expertise from his time with Lockheed Martin, FedEx Office and Verizon to our Dispatch team. Away from the dispatch screens, Edmund is an ordained minister, and spends a great part of his time helping people spiritually and emotionally. A confirmed family man, he’s married with five children ranging in age from 28 to 14. He enjoys action movies and pro and college football, works out with weights, and lives by a simple yet powerful philosophy: “I believe in life, no matter the obstacles, regardless of background, you can bloom where you’re planted, because with God all things are possible” Thanks, Edmund, for choosing to put down roots with us.
Edmund Lassiter
Dispatcher | Dispatch Services
Paul Lange
Senior Analyst, Dispatch Field Operations
“Honesty, integrity, transparency, and hard work are the only basics to success,” Paul says. He builds on these basics every day at CPower, traveling the length and breadth of Texas to ensure our customers succeed. He has been a part of CPower in its various forms since 2008, and except for a brief stint in Virginia, Paul has spent his professional life in the Lone Star State. Paul has a Bachelor’s of Applied Science, with a concentration in applied Corrosion Technology studies, and his roles and titles are practically too many and varied to mention. He’s done just about everything in the energy industry, from national sales to installing gas compression, remote monitors. But one thing has remained constant. Paul is all about the customer. Daily interaction with customers and CPower teams keep his daily experience new, fresh, challenging, and rewarding. Paul keeps applies these same qualities to his off-work hours. You’ll find him on any given holiday or weekend riding and camping cross-country on an antique motorcycle, occasionally taking his dog for a local sidecar ride. You’ll also find him at hot rod shows, fishing, hiking, and building and flying remote-controlled aircraft (he’s an avid member of his local R/C club). Perhaps this quote describes Paul best: “Passion, curiosity, and the desire to continue in a course of action even in the face of difficulty separate the top from bottom.”
Paul Lange
Senior Analyst | Field Operations
Dave Lavoie
Account Executive|New England
With nearly 40 years of industry experience, Dave is one of CPower’s most knowledgeable team members. His passion for helping businesses improve their energy management and efficiency has led him to CPower, where he’s excited to dig in and help his customers succeed with demand response and demand management. Dave’s wisdom doesn’t end with demand-side energy management. He has three grown children, each of whom has graduated from college. Dave can’t take all the credit for his parental success, however. His wife, Darlene, may have had a thing or two to do with it.
Dave Lavoie
Account Executive | New England
Alex Levine
Sr. Analyst | Product Management
Alex comes to CPower with a background in start-ups and solid experience growing and quickly evolving young companies. She’s clearly been putting her Business degree from American University’s Kogod School of Business to good use. For Alex, one of CPower’s most admirable characteristics is its openness and accessibility. “I like that there is an open-door policy within CPower so that everyone is accessible to one another,” she says. “Customers are able to speak directly to knowledgeable employees, without being transferred from department to department before finding the answers they need.” Alex enjoys kickball and softball and going to the park with her dogs. As much as she loves CPower, though, she admits to a different dream job: “Open a zoo and play with baby animals all day.” We’ll be the first in line when it opens.
Alex Levine
Sr. Analyst | Product Management
Craig Markham
Sr. Director of Customer Fulfillment
Good camaraderie and chemistry are how Craig measures the effectiveness of his team. In more than 15 years in the business, he’s led and been a member of a lot of teams, but none that put the customer first and foremost like those he interacts with at CPower. In his role directing CPower’s customer fulfillment, Craig and his team have plenty of opportunities to provide our exceptional customer experience. At home, Craig’s daughter and son come first, followed closely by writing music on his piano, which he plays with the same passion he pours into his work at CPower.
Craig Markham
Sr. Director | Customer Fulfillment
Omar Maybin
Dispatch Operator
Omar’s Bio Coming Soon.
Omar Maybin
Dispatch Operator
Pat McChesney
Vice President and General Manager, New York
Bio Coming Soon!
Pat McChesney
Vice President and General Manager, New York
Greg Mears
Developer
Bio Coming Soon!
Greg Mears
Developer
Rebecca Lawrence
Account Manager|New England
Rebecca came to CPower as an industry outsider but quickly grew to love the energy field. “I like how it changes. It keeps you on your toes,” Rebecca says. Rebecca also quickly grew to love CPower, the passion of the people for the company and the work they do, and its culture of putting the customer first. As an Account Manager, Rebecca is fully committed to focusing on her customers and their experiences. Rebecca spends her free time with her husband and daughters, traveling, scuba diving, snowboarding, and crafting.
Rebecca Lawrence
Account Manager | New England
Chad Miller
Account Executive
Chad sees the big picture of demand-side energy management — and sees the customer in the center of it. “I believe what I do truly provides a benefit to my customers — and ultimately to my fellow man,” he says. “Saving energy makes sense from a numbers perspective, but we’re also
reducing waste, providing jobs, and being good stewards of the planet God created for us.” For Chad, the customer isn’t everything, he or she is the only thing. “Developing and keeping strong relationships with my customers is of the utmost importance. I genuinely care for them as people and want to help them succeed in their jobs. The more successful they are, the more they can use their gifts to improve their lives and the lives of those around them.” A life of connection and caring has its foundation at home. “I coach my youngest daughter’s volleyball team, and I try to make the most of the moments with my kids while they’re still in my home. Whether that’s playing video games with my son or hanging on for dear life while my oldest daughter is learning to drive, I try to be as involved as I can with them,” Chad says. I write and play music in my band, I love to go out dancing with my wife (married 22 years and happily counting), and I try to stay in shape (with the minimal amount of effort) at the gym. We always eat together as a family, whether at home, a fast food joint or a nice restaurant, and we don’t have any electronics when we do. The Millers love to eat and we have some of our best conversations at the table.”
Chad Miller
Account Executive | Texas
Chris Milone
Bio coming soon!
Chris Milone
Account Manager
Michael Mindell
Sr. National Account Executive
Back at the turn of the (21st) century, Michael was a part of one of CPower’s earliest ancestors, ConsumerPowerline, when it was a two-and-a-half-person office and the DR industry was nascent—the sole domain of the early adaptor. He likes that the energy industry is always changing, is always relevant, and that it impacts virtually every aspect of society. He also likes CPower’s focus on extracting the value of every kW from every possible source. “Energy is a necessity for everyone and it always comes with a cost,“ he says. “I like being able to mitigate that cost in an environmentally friendly manner.” Off-hours you’ll find Mike on the beach, scuba diving, running, playing dominos and backgammon and spending quality time with his girlfriend, family and friends.
Michael Mindell
Sr. National Account Executive
Nazirah Muhammad
Manager | Proposals & Corporate Communications
Nazirah Muhammad
Manager | Proposals & Corporate Communications
Tari Neppl
Director – IT Applications
For Tari, coming to work each day at CPower lets her experience two things she believes should be a part of everyone’s daily work life: challenges and fun. Tari has more than 20 years of IT experience in application delivery, web development, program management and disaster recovery across the consumer electronics, hospitality and retail catalog industries. She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMI) and holds a Six Sigma Black Belt, a BA from Gustavus Adolphus College, and a Doctor of Law degree (JD) from the University of Minnesota Law School. A devout theater lover, Tari is CPower’s resident playwright whose skits have been known to bust the occasional gut with laughter at company meetings.
Tari Neppl
Director | IT Applications
Russ Newbold
Senior Director & General Manager | Energy Efficiency
Before joining CPower but after earning his MBA from George Washington University, Russ spent time at Honeywell and Carrier honing his skills in the energy business. When he took the opportunity at CPower, he found an atmosphere that encouraged collaboration, teamwork and cross-functionality, as well as something he didn’t expect to find: a management team that is accessible. He credits this combination of working attributes at CPower for the efficiency and excellence with which he and his team are able to accomplish their goals. When he’s not at CPower, Russ enjoys time with his wife and their young daughter. When they let him out on his own, he enjoys jogging, fishing, and sometimes a little golf.
J Russell Newbold
Vice President & General Manager | Energy Efficiency
Bill Oosterom
Director | PJM East
Bill has seen a lot of change during his 33 plus years in the energy industry. One thing that hasn’t changed, however, is the joy he gets from helping customers. “I truly enjoy interacting with customers and taking them through the journey from a naive, skeptical prospect learning about demand response for the first time to a performing, compensated participant in the program later that same year. Presenting a check and expanding their participation in the program the next year, or registering them in additional programs, is always rewarding.” When he’s not helping customers master their energy use and spend, Bill enjoys spending his own energy running the trails of Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland.
Bill Oosterom
Director| PJM East
Stephen Oyler
Compliance and Risk
Stephen is the Compliance and Risk department at CPower and has a varied background in the energy industry across a few companies. In his role, he has the pleasure of working with all team members to make a great company even better.Stephen held several risk, financial, and strategy roles at Westinghouse Electric and Eaton Corporation. Mr. Oyler holds a B.S. in Accounting and International Business from Penn State and M.S. in International Business and MBA from the University of Pittsburgh. Avoiding complacency risk and supporting the perpetual cycle of learning, he also has completed executive education programs at Carnegie Mellon University and Stanford University. Stephen and his wife Kate reside in the Pittsburgh area and enjoy traveling extensively. Stephen has been to all 50 states and over 30 countries. Don’t be concerned, but maybe you will see him at your office soon!
Stephen Oyler
Sr. Director | Compliance
Lee Papa
Dispatch Operator
Zachary Parkent
Senior Analyst – Downstream Operations
Zach’s philosophy is, “There is no ‘I’ in ‘Team,’ or in ‘CPower’ either, for that matter either.” He finds working with customers on a daily basis one of the most rewarding aspects of his job, and truly values being part of a company that places customer happiness and satisfaction as a top priority. He appreciates the one-on-one conversations he has with the leaders of the companies who have chosen CPower as their Demand Response provider, and he really endeavors to learn about their business in order to help with their energy needs. Zach graduated with honors from Stetson University, and spends his time away from the office with his wife and their black lab, who join him in partaking in his passions, which are competing in bass fishing tournaments, camping and spending time in the outdoors.
Zach Parkent
Senior Analyst | Downstream Operations
Katie Norris
Financial Analyst
Bio coming soon!
Katie Norris
Financial Analyst
Jackie O’Mara
Account Executive | PJM
Bio Coming Soon!
Jackie O’Mara
Account Executive | PJM
Ashley Parkin
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
Charles Payne
Sr. Scheduling Analyst | Dispatch
Sameera Peddada
Scrum Master/SQA
As CPower’s resident Certified Scrum Master, Sameera’s role is nothing less than bringing order out of chaos. (Scrum is a framework for project management that emphasizes teamwork, accountability and iterative progress toward a well-defined goal.) Sameera is constantly seeking out opportunities for process improvements and has brought a quality assurance implemented agile-methodology to CPower that helps ensure that we respond to the ever-changing market in ways that best serve our customers. Sameera has developed her Scrum mastery consulting in a panoply of industries, including airlines, healthcare, and finance. She loves the company culture and the positive outlook at CPower. For her, the key to success is, “High performing team, hard work, and embrace change for constant learning and improvement and perfection.” In addition to being a Certified Scrum Master, Sameera has a Bachelor’s in Engineering from JNTU and a Master’s in System Sciences from FDU-New Jersey, as well as more certifications than we can list in this short bio. When she’s not ordering the CPower universe, Sameera spends time with family, singing, watching movies, running, and playing with her toddler son. It’s no wonder she says, “24 hours a day is not sufficient.”
Sameera Peddada
Scrum Master/ SQA |IT Applications & Product Management
Christine Pennington
Manager | Marketing Events & Campaigns
Being part of the solution is a big part of what drew Christine to CPower. “I was really intrigued by the industry when I did my initial research,” she says. “I really like the environmental aspect of what we do.
Companies can participate and contribute to green initiatives in the different states and markets—reducing greenhouse gas emissions and their carbon footprint.” Christine also found herself drawn to the CPower culture. “I like joining a small, nimble team with a lot of opportunities to make great things happen,” she says. “I see the people here really putting their best foot forward every day, really hard-working people,” she says. Christine is excited about applying the extensive insights she’s gathered through working with agencies in-house for CPower and its customers. Christine enjoys spending time with family and friends, camping and going to the beach. But there’s a nomadic side to Christine as well. “If money were no object, I would love to travel extensively, work odd jobs and move from town to town.” For now, though, she’s happy to stay put and help our customers do some good in the world.
Christine Pennington
Manager | Marketing Events & Campaigns
Jill Perry
Account Manager
Collaborative thinking is one of the fundamentals to Jill’s success. She believes that the key to growing great relationships with customers starts with great two way communication continues with shared education and culminates with the celebration of success. Jill has two kids, a grand kid, and a rescue puppy from Puerto Rico. She’s also a roller derby official who’s not afraid to send anyone who gets out of line to the penalty box.
Jill Perry
Account Manager
Corey Pettingill
Project Manager
“I enjoy working with all the different teams within the company to achieve a single goal,” says Corey. He came to CPower in November 2014 from Comverge where he handled project management and analyst responsibilities. His philosophy on both personal and professional fronts? “Learning and innovation go hand in hand. The arrogance of success is to think that what you did yesterday will be sufficient for tomorrow.” And when he’s not doing some heavy thinking (or trying to keep up with his newborn son and miniature schnauzer), this die-hard Detroit Red Wings fan indulges in his love of heavy music playing guitar, drums and bass in a number of different bands.
Corey Pettingill
Project Manager | Metering
Corinne Pociask
Analyst | Customer Fulfillment
Corinne comes to CPower with a background in Demand Response from her time with Constellation Energy, and the more technical side of DR from her time with Mad Dash, CPower’s energy management technology partner. After some time away from the energy arena to start a family, Corinne is back in an industry she’s grown to love. “The fact that I will always be learning, since the business is constantly changing, is exciting to me,” she says. “CPower encourages an atmosphere where solutions are proposed and discussions are had, work is a constant collaboration, and every day is different.” Corinne believes that “There is power in knowledge, and learning is an integral part of success. If I don’t know the answer, I will find it.” Corinne has an arts degree and dance and is a classically trained dancer. She no longer performs but still teaches at a performing arts school in New Hampshire. (You can be sure she instills in her students her unwavering belief that “To be the best, you have to work the hardest.”) At home, Corinne manages a “family circus” that includes two young sons and three happy dogs. She enjoys family time, beach time, and of course teaching dance.
Corinne Pociask
Analyst | Customer Fulfillment
Andrew Price
IT Support II
When it comes to what he enjoys most in his professional life, Andrew says that it’s “learning and being challenged.” He certainly found the right place for that. His role puts him at the crossroads of the ever-evolving demand-side energy management world (microgrids, renewables, storage) and the ever-threatening cybersecurity world. Fortunately, Andrew’s the right person for the job. He appreciates CPower’s positive culture, as well as the opportunity to work on a lot of new and exciting projects that in advance of what most companies would be doing. In the office, customers are his focus. “Working in IT support, I get to talk to people having problems every day, sometimes in very frustrating situations,” he says. “I look at this as an opportunity to help fix problems and hopefully make someone’s day better.” In his spare time Andrew enjoys traveling with his girlfriend, building computers, playing guitar, and Baltimore sports. At home or at work, Andrew has one constant secret to success: “Be patient, and be polite.” That’s a philosophy we can all live by.
Andrew Price
IT Support II
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
Brian Purvis
Sr. Analyst | Enrollments, Settlements & Payments
Brian was looking to join a young, developing company that would give him plenty of opportunities to learn and grow his skill set. He found it in CPower. Brian knows that CPower’s success derives from our ability to move at the industry’s rapid pace, changing and adapting quickly to serve the customer. Brian says, “I believe that every organizational group at CPower has a customer focus that is the best in the industry and thrives to fulfill customer needs every day.” We couldn’t agree more. Brian enjoys sports—skiing, football, softball, basketball—and looks forward to fulfilling his goal of skiing at least one mountain on every continent.
Brian Purvis
Sr. Analyst | Enrollments, Settlements & Payments
Leigh Anne Ratliff
Account Executive | PJM
Leigh Anne Ratliff has been in the energy industry for fifteen years and the demand response industry for the last nine. She received her engineering undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois and followed it with a master’s in financial markets and trading from the Illinois Institute of Technology. Leigh Anne worked for York International in their industrial sales department, traded short-term interest rate options on the floor of the Mercantile Exchange, risk-managed a 24/7 global options trading team, worked for a major utility as a liaison between trading, IT and risk, co-owned an energy hedge fund, and finds it interesting how all of those disparate industries are applicable to demand response! She is currently working on a second masters in Energy Regulation and Environmental Law and in her free time (what there is of it) enjoys judging speech and debate tournaments, reading, cooking, gardening, taking walks and attending her kids’ many swim meets
Leigh Anne Ratliff
Account Executive | PJM
Eric Read
National Account Executive
Though he’s only been with CPower a short time, Eric is no stranger to the energy industry. He’s spent more than 15 years as a national account executive, honing his knowledge on smart grid technologies and energy software. In CPower, Eric saw a dynamic company with values that align with his own. He was drawn to CPower’s entrepreneurial spirit, technological prowess and focus on providing a great customer experience. He thrives on the opportunity to be an industry leader and feels he’s found a home where he can help customers at the national level excel for years to come. Eric holds an MBA from Loyola University.
Eric Read
Senior National Account Executive
Dave Resler
Account Manager
Dave manages sales and service for large commercial and industrial customers in the PJM market. More importantly though, Dave excels in building relationships with his many customers. It’s something he’s done, and done well, since getting his BS in Finance and Business Administration from Ohio State University and joining E.I. DuPont, where he spent 12 years in sales and product management. Dave joined CPower through the Comverge/Constellation merger, but by then had already accumulated more than 20 years in the energy management industry. Dave’s credo is, “Educate and help customers get what they want and need.” Dave’s five children have all graduated college and have embarked on their own careers, leaving Dave more time to enjoy one of his great passions, running. Over the past 35+ years, Dave’s run in about 40 road., trail, and ultra marathons. Another great passion: OSU. He counts himself the number Bucknut alumnus fan in Delaware.
Dave Resler
Account Manager | PJM
Alain Reynoso
Supervisor | IT Applications
Alain is a man of few words. But one of them is “customer.”
Alain Reynoso
Supervisor | IT Applications
Aimee Riley
Account Manager | National Accounts
Aimee’s roots in the energy industry are deep. Since 1997, she’s held positions at Duke Energy, Pacific Gas & Electric Energy Services, Pacific Gas & Electric Company, Constellation Energy—and Consumer Powerline, one of CPower’s earliest incarnations. In fact, she’s been with CPower through its various transformations since 2008. She may be a Californian at heart, but her head and professional focus are firmly planted in the national energy scene, and the many CPower national accounts that she manages.
Aimee Riley
Sr. Account Manager | National Accounts and MISO
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
Becky Roache
Senior Analyst
Becky plays an integral role in providing a great experience for CPower customers, though she does it from well behind the scenes. She’s CPower’s resident expert on the company’s CRM and ensures customer data—the life blood for a customer focused company—is handled with the care it deserves. A mother of three, Becky is never one to shy from adversity. She’s always among the first to work each day and believes, “Bravery will help you move forward and make you stronger as a person, a co-worker and a contributor to the success of CPower.”
Becky Roache
Supervisor | Operational Readiness
Pip Robins
Account Executive
Bio Coming Soon!
Pip Robins
Account Executive
Millie Knowlton
Sr. Manager | Strategy and Business Development
“I have always been focused on who my work benefits, both directly and indirectly,” Matt says. “I find satisfaction that my work is driving toward a goal of providing resources to assure a reliable grid while reducing our customers’ carbon footprints.” The opportunity to work for a fast-growing company with sustainability in mind was a key factor in Matt’s joining CPower. A Maryland CPA with an Accounting degree from Towson University, Matt enjoys the research aspect of the accounting process. “That includes solving problems that do not always have a clear solution,” he adds. In the office, Matt believes that “open, clear communication channels are best for productivity and goal attainment.” Outside the office, he likes to travel, hike the great outdoors, play bass and guitar, and get out on the ice with his hockey stick in hand.
Matthew Robinson
Accounting Manager
Jim Rybarczyk
Account Manager, National
Jim believes that CPower is a team of professionals dedicated to getting the job done while exceeding customer expectations, and that the team’s willingness to listen to the customer and act swiftly is a major benefit of being with CPower. He believes customers appreciate the level of focus dedicated to making them successful, which is why he’s energized to be a member of the team. His philosophy is “Do it the right way, the first time. No shortcuts,” so we’re equally happy to have him on our team. Jim holds a degree in Business Administration/Management from Western Illinois University, and enjoys early morning runs and spending time with family and friends when he’s not helping customers.
Jim Rybarczyk
Account Manager | National Accounts
Vanessa Rocio
Energy Engineer
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.
Vanessa Rocio
Energy Engineer
Courtney Ryder
Manager | Enrollments, Payments & Settlements
For Courtney, the key to CPower’s success lies in the diversity of its team members. “Our company is made up of many different cultures and people from many different countries,” Courtney says. “That diversity brings new ideas and ways of thinking. Everyone works very well together and there is great communication across the various teams, helping to accentuate and enhance the customer’s experience.” Courtney has more than 11 years of experience in the energy industry. She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Maryland and an MBA with a concentration in finance from the University of Baltimore. She is the mother of an active young daughter whose athletic weekends are filled with gymnastics, swimming, and soccer.
Courtney Ryder
Manager | Enrollments, Payments & Settlements
Mathew Sachs
Senior Vice President of Strategic Planning and Business Development
Mathew is a well-known energy veteran with a successful track record planning, developing and implementing distributed and renewable growth strategies that leverage technological advances in solar, energy storage, intelligent software and other distributed energy resources (DERs). Mathew previously held executive roles at National Grid Ventures, KRoad DG and Yingli Green Energy focused on strategy, business development and inorganic growth through investment, partnership and acquisition.
Mathew Sachs
Senior Vice President | Strategic Planning and Business Development
Shelley Schopp
Senior Vice President | Customer Fulfillment
“Everyone is here for the customer.” -Shelley Shelley sees CPower as a mosaic of diversified talent. Each team member is different from the next in experience and skill. Yet when everyone at CPower comes together, the result is a unique company dedicated to its customers and poised to do great things. “It’s a true team effort at CPower,” Shelley says. “We all have different backgrounds and everyone shares their expertise.” The collective wisdom of CPower permeates through the company and finds its way to the customer through every touchpoint CPower offers. Shelley couldn’t be more proud to work where she does. Shelley has more than 17 years of experience in the energy industry. When she’s not leading CPower’s Operations team, Shelley enjoys reading and spending time on the water with her husband and two sons.
Shelley Schopp
Senior Vice President | Customer Fulfillment
Bruce Sipe
Accountant | Finance
Bio Coming Soon!
Bruce Sipe
Sr. Accountant | Finance
Andy Seelaus
Account Executive | Energy Efficiency
Bio coming soon.
Andy Seelaus
Account Executive | Energy Efficiency
Cathy Smith
Customer Program Manager
Cathy has spent all 28 years of her professional career in the energy industry. Her journey to CPower began in 1988 as a customer service representative for Delmarva Power & Light. Since the deregulation of the energy markets in the mid 1990s, Cathy has served her customers as an account manager. Today she is a customer program manager for the PJM territory and is proud to be part of a CPower team that helps customers better understand the largest wholesale energy market in the world. Cathy holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from Duquesne University. When she’s not helping customers and being a mom to her two sons, she enjoys cooking, spending time at the beach, and listening to jazz.
Catherine Smith
Account Manager | PJM
Rachel Smith-Osborne
Teamwork is so important to Rachel’s professional life that it’s essentially the reason she chose to join CPower. “The energy of the CPower team during interviews was contagious and really conveyed CPower’s upbeat, welcoming culture,” she says. “The team’s ability to simultaneously challenge and encourage me demonstrated a truly collaborative and supportive approach to critical thinking and abstract problem-solving.” A graduate of the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Rachel has more than a decade of experience supporting the software development lifecycle and thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment, devising creative, lean solutions to real-world business problems and opportunities. For Rachel, customer satisfaction is at the heart of a successful business. “You could have the best product or bottom line in the market,” she says, “but if your customers are unhappy, the rest is meaningless. Relationships forged in transparency, dedication, and empathy are the foundation of any great organization.” When not building strong customer relationships, Rachel enjoys cooking and taking long bike rides with her fiance, snowboarding (when the weather allows), entertaining, and traveling.
Rachel Smith-Osborne
Technical Product Manager
Daric Snyder
Sr. Manager, Customer Experience
Daric is a glass half full kind of guy. Where other people see problems, he sees opportunities. That’s what brought him to CPower, and that’s what motivates him every day. He’s been designing website and apps since 2007 (that’s like a hundred years in computer world) and owned his own digital design consultancy before joining the team. His motto is, “Design for the user – and keep it simple.” and he applies this philosophy to designing a good experience for CPower customers. Daric holds a BA in Anthropology from the University of Notre Dame, and spends his time away from the computer cooking, contributing his time and skills to several causes including local civic journalism, public data and health, and has “at least one dog.” We’re not entirely sure what that means, but it suffices to say he’s an animal lover.
Daric Snyder
Sr. Manager, Customer Experience
Nate Soles
Vice President | National
Nate came to CPower because he saw the opportunity to be a part of a team working to build a great company. In his 8+ years in the energy industry, Nate has worked for several great companies. But it’s here at CPower where he feels his passion for helping customers can truly flourish. What Nate loves about working at CPower is engaging with customers who are open to exploring new opportunities. He is passionate about teaching customers at the national level about the possibilities of demand side management and enjoys seeing his customers apply their newfound knowledge to more advanced energy strategies. The outdoors is Nate’s playground. He has fun in any season—whether on the water or a mountain bike in the summer, or sliding around on the snow during the winter. He received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Tufts University.
Nate Soles
Vice President | National
Tatiana Startseva
Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting
Tatiana came to CPower in 2015 from PricewaterhouseCoopers, where she spent four years in public accounting. From the start, her financial instincts and accounting skills made her an invaluable asset to the young company. For her part, Tatiana loves working for a small company filled with dynamic changes and interesting challenges. “I’m a strong believer that there is always more to learn and the best way to learn by doing,” Tatiana says. “I also like to see a bigger picture in everyday work, and I have a feeling that whatever I do can have an impact and leave this world a better place.” Still growing professionally, Tatiana is using her CPA as a springboard toward completing her MBA by the end of 2018. At home, Tatiana finds her time happily consumed by her six-month-old, but she also makes sure to find time to get outside–hiking, biking, skiing, and rock climbing. (If she needs an adrenaline kick, she might go skydiving or scuba diving.) If you’re looking for her on a rainy day, check the latest museum exhibit.
Tatiana Startseva
Sr. Director | Financial Planning and Analysis
Joe Stickney
Vice President | Marketing & Business Development
Joe has been with CPower since 2017, leading the high performing Marketing organization. He lives and promotes what has become a CPower philosophy, “Without great customers, we are just a group of really smart people”. His measure of the customer experience spans from the CPower brand all the way through the renewal and beyond. “Every touchpoint with our customer is an opportunity to be awesome or awful. There just really isn’t a choice to be made.”Joe brings 15 years of marketing experience to CPower with a BA in Advertising from the University of South Florida and an MBA specialized in Marketing from Florida Institute of Technology. He holds multiple digital marketing certifications. Joe spends his free time with his family, playing with his two sons, hiking, and doing landscape design.
Joe Stickney
Vice President, Marketing & Business Development
Michele Taylor
Account Manager | Texas
Michele’s business philosophy can be summed up in four words: “We are better together.” That’ been a guiding light throughout her technology-based career. Over 20 years in a number of roles—analyst, management, procurement, sales—Michele relied on her team approach to generate success for her company and the very best experience for her customers. That also makes CPower a perfect fit. “The culture that CPower has created for their employees is very rewarding and very empowering,” she says. “Everyone here has the same mission, and is a unified team! I truly love working with our customers, providing the highest level of care, and as a bonus put money back in their bottom line!” That pretty much sums up CPower’s business philosophy, too. Outside of CPower, Michele is involved in multiple activities in her community and enjoys live music. And as someone who believes in always being a student and learning something new, Michele loves to explore and travel with her family—“I want to see what’s out there!”
Michele Taylor
Account Manager | Texas
Emilda Totozani
Analyst | ESP
Emilda’s Bio Coming Soon.
Emilda Totozani
Analyst | Enrollments, Settlements and Payments
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
Business Development Representative
Stephanie Tray
Stephanie joins CPower from eCap Network, a leading energy efficiency measurement and verification firm in the PJM market that was acquired by CPower to help customers get more out of their energy efficiency projects.CPower couldn’t be happier to have her as a member of the team. For Stephanie, the feeling is mutual and believes teamwork is the key to helping customers succeed in an always changing energy industry. She looks forwards to digging in and helping CPower’s customers succeed with demand-side energy management.Stephanie has a 3-year-old son through whom she loves to experience the world. She enjoys camping, hiking, and swimming in the mountain rivers with her family.
Stephanie Tray
Account Manager | Energy Efficiency
Sherrea V. Turner
Office Manager
Sherrea 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 for going 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.
Sherrea Turner
Office Manager
Mat Tuttelman
Account Executive | New England
Mat’s roots in demand-side energy management run deep: demand response, SMART Grid technology, energy efficiency, solar + storage, and more. All this adds up to two-plus decades of combined business development and sales, with a proven history of delivering value and high-margin ROI to his customers. “I’m known for my ability to develop multiple alternative solutions to get business done,” he says. “I enjoy building and inspiring teams with my relentless work ethic—and a sense of humor.” Mat’s happy to return to demand response, and to join CPower at the urging of a friend, former co-worker, and fellow CPower account executive Dave Lavoie. “My passion for sustainability and the desire to be at the cutting edge of the rapidly changing energy industry brings my focus to all things cleantech. I want to help clients and friends alike become better global citizens through education in clean technology,” he says. Mat and his wife Jen have built a family that includes a daughter, Ally, who is a Graphic Art major at Temple University, and a son who helps his dad keep the beat. “Josh is in the 10th grade. He’s a wrestler and an amazing bass guitarist,” Mat says. “I play drums and together we have an awesome rhythm section.” A Northeastern University grad, Mat is also a Certified Personnel Consultant.
Mat Tuttelman
Account Executive | New England
Ethan Van Brunt
Energy Efficiency Technical Sales Representative
Bio coming soon!
Ethan Van Brunt
Energy Efficiency Technical Sales Representative
James Vasquez
Account Executive | Texas
Prior to joining CPower, James participated in an interview process that was unique, to say the least. “I interviewed under the new COVID-19 restrictions,” he says. “In total, I had nine interviews with 14 different team members — all online (with one exception). This gave me a great opportunity to meet so many people and gain great insight into the company culture. The positive attitude and can-do spirit of the CPower Team attracted me in the first place,” he adds. “By the time the interview process was over, I was completely sold on CPower.” The feeling is mutual. To start, we’re sold on James’s firmly-held belief in connecting with people, finding solutions, and making a positive difference. Not to mention his unwavering stance on customer focus. “To be customer-focused means to be ethical and honest with your actions and words,” he says. “And to demand that from others.” James brings a rock-solid 20+ years of energy experience to ERCOT: gas and power operations, power trading, and microgrids, to name a few standout achievements. James earned his B.B.A. in Marketing Master’s in Land Economics and Real Estate from Texas A&M. He’s also earned a Graduate Certificate in Energy Risk Management from the University of Houston. When not managing energy risk for customers, James embraces the physical and mental challenges of the great outdoors. “I’m an avid hiker,” he says, “I love the beauty of hiking mountain ranges, canyons, and fjords.” His credo, on the road and on the trail: “Never be scared to ask for help. Life is too short to live in fear.”
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James Vasquez
Account Executive | Texas
Rocco Venuto
Director | PJM West
“Do the right thing for the customer and the rest will work out.” -Rocco Rocco whole-heartedly believes that the reliability of our nation’s electrical grid is a significant factor in our country being stronger than many others. He also believes in demand response as a means to keeping the grid stable and our nation secure. “When organizations participate in demand response, they work as a collaborative member of their community,” Rocco asserts. “CPower administers demand response in a responsible and effective way, and I’m proud to be a part of it.” Rocco holds several degrees, including a BS in industrial engineering from State University of New York at Buffalo, an ME in environmental engineering from the University of Florida (Go Gators), and an MBA from DePaul University. Rocco has a four-year-old daughter and coaches youth hockey in his spare time.
Rocco Venuto
Director | PJM West
Kishore Verma
Senior Developer
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.
Kishore Verma
Supervisor | Developer
Danielle Vodak
Dispatch
bio coming soon
Danielle Vodak
Dispatch
Sherry Wang
Senior Software Engineer
Bio coming soon!
Sherry Wang
Senior Software Engineer
Yanchun Wang
Director of IT
Yanchun Wang has been in the industry for nearly 20 years, so he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to CPower. Some of his previous titles have been Director of New Production Development, Vice President of Market Integration, Principal Software Engineer, Director of Integrated Demand Response and Director of IT, and he’s applied his talents such as EnergyConnect, Johnson Controls and ABB Energy Information Systems. He thinks CPower is a great company, and finds the teamwork and camaraderie among his colleagues motivating and inspiring. When he’s not developing systems that transform the industry, Yanchun Wang has two daughters that keep him on his toes, and he shares his passion for skiing and volleyball with them as much as possible.
Yanchun Wang
Director | IT Applications
Bernadette Werntges
Energy Engineer
Perhaps it’s from spending eight years as a mechanical engineer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Military Design Branch, or maybe it’s just a deeply held belief that guides her. No matter. Berny’s professional philosophy defines the high performing team: “The only way to truly move forward is collectively.” Her right-brain life a a professional engineer is perfectly balanced by her creative right-brain side: on her own time she indulges her inner musician by playing the drums, guitar, and keyboards, attends shows, supports the local arts & music communities, grows ingredients to cook (and ferment,) and turns those ingredients into her own culinary masterpieces in the kitchen. One final thought: “The fastest way to succeed is to help others.”
Bernadette Werntges
Energy Engineer
Tonya White
Director of Organizational & Talent Development
A huge advocate for work-life balance, Tonya understands it’s CPower’s people who are central to our—and our customers’—success. “You can have the best strategies and processes in the world,” she says, “but if you don’t have the hearts and minds of the employees, none of it comes to life.” She’s devoted her professional life to those hearts and minds, with a BS in human resource management and 15 years’ experience managing a full spectrum of HR programs, services, and functions in both the private and public sectors. She’s also a member of the Society for Human Resource Management. Tonya loves CPower’s perfect blend of an engaging culture and a family-oriented environment and is passionate about helping businesses maintain a structured work environment for its employees, a rewarding team member experience, and offering a positive organizational structure. Tonya balances her work time with family time, traveling, and (on occasion) baking from scratch.
Tonya White
Director | Organizational & Talent Development
Brad Widdup
Director & General Manager, Canadian Markets
What attracted Brad Widdup to CPower? “I have the ambition to learn and do something different that has a positive impact on the world,” he says. “I like that we’re big enough to deliver but small enough to care.” These are strengths that he feels will open up new opportunities as he helps CPower expand into the Canadian market. Throughout his 25 years in the energy industry, which includes serving as regional vice president for Oracle’s Utilities Global Business Unit, Brad has excelled by practicing some very basic rules. “I just always try to take the best care of my customers (and employees) as possible, do the right thing for them, treat people with respect and in the same manner that I would expect to be treated, and conduct myself in the most honest and ethical manner possible,” he says. CPower’s family-oriented culture is a perfect fit for Brad, who has been heavily involved in managing his daughters’ rep/all-star soccer and basketball teams in their community of Flamborough, Ontario. When he has time, he enjoys playing hockey and golf, skiing, fishing, and family camping trips.
Brad Widdup
Director | Distributed Generation
Diane Wiggins
Director | Utility Sales
Diane comes to CPower as part of the Johnson Controls iDR acquisition where this die-hard California native ably supports our CAISO customers as the energy market transformation continues across the state. Diane has over 20 years of experience in the energy industry, holding positions of increasing responsibility at various utilities including Wisconsin Electric Power Company and Southern California Edison. She is a Graduate of the US Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD and holds an MBA in International Marketing from Loyola Marymount University, CA. Diane is impressed with the entrepreneurial spirit of the CPower team and the high value the company places on employees as its most important resource. “I believe we are in the business of serving the needs of our customers. My personal commitment and work ethic is to follow through on my word, and put the needs of others ahead of my own.” As a Gulf-War Veteran, US Navy Supply Corps Officer, Certified Procurement Officer and Expert Pistol/Rifle Shot, we all agree she certainly has the credentials and experience to back up her strong personal beliefs! Diane’s idea of fun is keeping up with five active teenagers (and her one identical twin). She’s a self-admitted weekend golf hack (with a monster drive) and longboard surfer who loves 70’s music. Relaxing for Diane means you’ll find her concocting delicacies as home chef or volunteering at the local church food pantry to provide groceries and support to low-income families.
Diane Wiggins
Director | Utility Sales
Katie Williams
PJM Account Manager
A Magna Cum Laude grad (with a BA specialized in Information Technology and Business Management), Katie dove into demand response fresh out of college and has never looked back. She started with Constellation on their Application Development Team, then moved quickly to Constellation’s DR Meter Operations. Katie finds CPower’s Customer Communications Management the perfect fit for her skills and experience, and she also brings to it the right customer focus: “I believe we are here because of our customers, and we need to work hard to make their experience a great one.” Off hours, Katie spends time with her family including two young boys, and gets out for runs with her dog.
Katie Williams
PJM Account Manager
Rob Windle
Executive Director | Distributed Resources
As CPower’s Executive Director of Distributed Resources, Rob keeps a curious eye locked on the future. He is responsible for the development and management of CPower’s channels to market and works with channel partners to create and deliver networked solutions that bridge the technology and energy markets. A Certified Energy Manager®, Rob sits on the Board of Directors for the Technology Association of Georgia, Smart Energy Society. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from the University of Cincinnati and resides in Atlanta, Georgia. Rob is an avid snowboarder who’s not afraid to go for the high-note on karaoke night.
Rob Windle
Executive Director | Distributed Resources
Stephen Yeung
Senior Developer – IT
Stephen comes to CPower through Johnson Controls/iDR, where he was responsible for system integration, software development, network equipment setup, and customer support. Before that he spent nearly 20 years in the industry giants such as GE Nuclear as well as for other well-known companies like ABB System Controls, Inc. and OptiSolar, Inc. He sees CPower as a young and dynamic company with great success in the DR market, so he’s excited to be part of the team. Stephen believes the best working environment is one in which colleagues as well as the company act with integrity and honesty, and treat each other with mutual respect. Outside of work, Stephen enjoys fishing with friends, working in his garden and on electronics projects at home.
Stephen Yeung
Senior Developer | IT Applications