2025 Advisory Board

Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) & General Manager (GM)

Prismecs

With over 20 years of experience in operational, functional, and business HR roles, Sarbari has worked across five countries and multiple industries, including manufacturing, retail, distribution, and services. She brings a wealth of leadership expertise in both human resources and business operations to Prismecs, where she currently serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and General Manager (GM). In her dual role, Sarbari oversees end-to-end business operations, workforce strategy, and organizational transformation. She plays a pivotal role in aligning business objectives with talent strategies, driving operational excellence, and optimizing workforce performance. Her responsibilities span financial and operational oversight, P&L management, HR governance, employee engagement, and leadership development. Sarbari holds a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and an MBA from Calcutta University. She is a 2018 Global Fellow of Talent Management at The Wharton School, a certified Six Sigma Green Belt, and a certified Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) practitioner. Currently, she is further expanding her expertise in Organization Design and Change Management, strengthening her ability to lead large-scale workforce and operational transformations.

Manager of Power Production

Kissimmee Utility Authority - Cane Island

I spent 20% of my life underwater. After serving 20 years in the U.S. Nuclear Submarine Navy- operating and maintaining nuclear reactors and associated steam equipment, I retired and had to find a real job. Transitioning to the wild west that is Pulp and Paper, I spent 4 years at a Mill, 2 years on shift supervising 3 distinct areas- the Wood Yard, Power House (Recovery boiler, power boilers, biomass boiler, along with turbines), and Kraft Mill (Continuous Digester), before being promoted to the Power House Supervisor. After the mill closed, I spent 3 years managing the Deerhaven site for Gainesville Regional Utilities- a 450 MW capacity site, with 1 coal/ natural gas (NG) steam unit, 1 oil/NG steam unit, a 7EA simple cycle combustion turbine (CT), and 2 frame 5 simple cycle dual fuel CT’s, following which I moved to my current position as Manager of Power Production at Kissimmee Utility Authority. I hold a Bachelor’s of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technologies from Excelsior University, a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Tennessee, and have been the recipient of numerous commendations, awards, distinctions, and leadership programs. In my spare time, I still like going underwater- scuba diving.

Solutions Executive

Actalent Services

Richard is a Solutions Executive at Actalent Services with over 20 years of industry experience in the energy sector, focusing on Transmission and Distribution (T&D) systems, grid automation, and strategic client solutions. His career is marked by a deep commitment to driving business development and client engagement. Leveraging his past roles as Practice Manager and Senior Relationship Manager, Richard is driven by delivering innovative solutions that align with client needs, manage project portfolios, and cultivate lasting relationships with key stakeholders. His expertise spans engineering design, project execution, and strategic planning, allowing him to oversee complex projects and drive organizational growth. His leadership is instrumental in building high-performing teams, enhancing client satisfaction, and shaping strategies that address the evolving challenges of the energy sector.

Partner

PA Consulting

David is a clean energy policy leader at PA Consulting where he helps energy infrastructure investors and businesses navigate policy and regulatory uncertainty related to wholesale electricity markets and the evolution of the utility business model. Over the last decade, he has supported the acquisition, divestiture, development and refinancing of over $25 billion in power generation, energy storage, transmission, and utility businesses. Additionally, he has led the development of numerous white papers and reports on energy policy issues impacting energy investors. Prior to working at PA, he served as an Adjunct Professor in Public Policy at the University of Denver’s Josef Korbel School of International.

Sr. Communications Business Partner

GE Vernova

Plant Superintendent

Xcel Energy

Head of Development

Viridi Parente

Hal is Head of Development at Viridi, where he focuses on market development, strategy, partnerships, leading Viridi’s “Insights” software and connectivity division, and structuring of large programs. Hal comes to Viridi from JPMorgan Chase where he was Vice President, Global Head of Energy and Sustainability for Global Real Estate. There he ran global energy management and was responsible for delivery on JPMorgan Chase’s public sustainability commitments relating to operations (Scopes 1 and 2). Execution included managing energy procurement, all programs relating to decarbonization, efficiency, sustainability, water conservation, and renewable energy for the firm’s operations spanning 7500 properties in over 70 countries. Additionally, he oversaw energy-related capital programs (solar, microgrids, EV, etc.) while crafting strategy and conducting the development, due diligence, underwriting, and implementation of all solutions. Prior to joining JPMorgan Chase, Hal served as Energy Manager for Jeffco Public Schools, a 100,000 occupant portfolio, where in addition to running sustainability and energy management function he frequently taught energy and conservation topics to students. Prior to joining Jeffco, Hal worked as a consulting Mechanical Engineer where he designed HVAC, energy plants, and authored technical studies for complex environments for Dewberry and Affiliated Engineers Inc (AEI). He served on the Corporate Advisory Board of the World Green Building Council. He twice served as Chairperson of the Colorado Association of School District Energy Managers (CASDEM). Hal is a graduate of the P.C. Rossin School of Engineering and Applied Science with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University and also holds a MBA from the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business at Elon University. Hal holds the Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and Certified Energy Procurement Professional (CEP) professional designations.

Founder/Principal, 3600 Consulting Group

Santee Cooper

Don Cribb brings over three decades of expertise in the power generation industry to his role on the Planning Committee for the 2025 Experience Power Conference. As the Owner and Lead Consultant of 3600 Consulting Group, he drives excellence in capital planning and reliability, leveraging advanced analytics to deliver customized, data-driven solutions for resilient and cost-effective power generation. With a distinguished career at Santee Cooper, a state-owned power utility in South Carolina, Don held pivotal leadership roles, including Senior Director of Generation, where he managed a 5,200 MW asset portfolio, overseeing $185 million in annual O&M budgets and $90 million in Capital budgets ensuring compliance with state, federal, and NERC regulations. As Manager of Cross Generating Station, he led a 2,400 MW facility, fostering safety, reliability, and employee engagement through innovative continuous improvement initiatives like idea-driven systems and workplace optimization programs. His earlier roles, from Superintendent of Operations to Maintenance Engineer, honed his technical and strategic acumen, with hands-on experience in turbine overhauls, boiler maintenance, and predictive maintenance. A graduate of The Citadel with an MBA and Clemson University with a BS in Engineering, Don combines technical proficiency with visionary leadership. His commitment to the industry extends to community involvement, including serving on the University of South Carolina’s SAGE Research Institute board and volunteering with organizations like Habitat for Humanity. As a member of the Experience Power 2025 Steering Committee, Don is dedicated to shaping a forward-thinking conference that addresses the evolving challenges and opportunities in power generation.

Senior Partner, Utilities

West Monroe

With 40 years' experience, Paul leads innovative grid modernization projects, helping North American utilities negotiate major contracts, digitize operations and use advanced analytics to drive enterprise and customer value. Paul supports private equity firms in commercial diligence for acquisitions offering energy technologies and related services. Paul joined West Monroe from Long Island Power Authority, where he was vice president of power markets and managing director for utility service provider contract oversight. Paul oversaw human resources during the Power Authority's reorganization and restructuring. Paul negotiated over $10 billion in power purchase agreements, and over $400 million in union labor contracts. Paul has a bachelor's degree in international business management, a master's degree in economics, and an MBA in finance. Prior to joining the utility, Paul was deputy Energy Secretary and senior energy advisor to two governors. Paul invests great energy in academic, industry and not-for-profit organizations. Paul has been active, serving on professional and community boards of directors for over 30 years. Paul served on the Board on Energy and Environmental System at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), and chaired and served on several NASEM committees. Paul also chaired several peer review advisory panels for the US Department of Energy and served as an advisor to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Paul is currently a board member with the Advanced Energy Research and Technology Center at Stony Brook University, an editorial board member for Wiley's Climate and Energy Journal, and Springer's Energy Efficiency Journal. Paul is also Deputy Supervisor in the Town of Malta, New York, and advisory board member to the Critical Infrastructure Security Consortium. Paul has published over 13 dozen professional articles and papers. Paul was named one of New York City & State's ""Responsible 100"" recognizing 100 of New York's most outstanding corporate citizens, executives, thought leaders, visionaries, and influencers in promoting core principles of social responsibility: charity, community engagement, customer service, diversity and inclusion, equity, ethics, transparency, sustainability, and volunteerism. Paul was also recognized as a notable leader in Accounting and Consulting by Crain’s New York, and is a member of Montclair Publishing LLC. “Who’s Who in North America.”

President

IEM Energy Consultants

Mr. Fassett is President and founder of IEM Energy Consultants LLC, (now part of CEIS), and has more than 39 years of broad-based experience in the power and related industries. He founded IEM in 1998 as a boutique consulting practice to provide consulting services in all aspects of power plant operations, maintenance, and management to clients worldwide. Mr. Fassett has provided services in outage planning, management and oversite, long range O&M budgeting, reliability assessments, plant staffing analysis and long-term service agreement negotiations. Prior to forming IEM, Mr. Fassett held roles of increasing responsibility with various utilities, both regulated and IPP’s, as well as petrochemical process facilities. These roles included Plant Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Start Up Manager, Maintenance Manager and Plant Superintendent. His experience includes coal, simple and combined cycle CT’s, coal gasification and specialty chemical manufacturing. Mr. Fassett sits on the Board of Directors of the Plant Managers Institute, the Advisory Board of the Electric Power Conference, is a member of the ASME Power Committee. He has taught college classes in Energy & the Environment, Ethics in the Energy Industry, Electronics and Power Plant Operations. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University with an emphasis in Power Plant System Design

Director, Generation Services

Kiewit

Delivering asset development, operational improvements and performance enhancement services, Diane Fischer, the Director of Generation Services at Kiewit, leverages her 30+ years of experience in the power industry to provide detailed engineering and design solutions. Throughout the project lifecycle, she partners with clients to address environmental issues, engineer components and systems and conduct facility evaluations and feasibility analyses. A recognized subject matter expert in the power market, Diane has shared her insights on combustion turbine issues, fuel flexibility, hydrogen combustion and energy storage at 12 conferences over the last three years. Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Iowa State University, she is also a licensed Professional Engineer in Missouri.

Director Digital Sales

Siemens Energy

Mr. George has worked in the North American Power industry for more than 35 years in the areas of Automation, Electrification and the Application of Digital Solutions for more than 35 years. In his career he has served as Design Engineering, Construction Engineer, Commissioning and Startup Management, Project Engineering, Project Management, Marketing, Sales, and Sales Management.

Executive in Residence-McCrary Institute

Southern Company

James currently serves as the Southern Company Executive in Residence at Auburn University’s McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security. In this role he works closely with industry, academia, and federal partners, including national laboratories on electric grid cyber security strategies. James also served as a senior fellow at the McCrary Institute, a prestigious group of nationally renowned cyber and critical-infrastructure security experts. With more than 28 years of service at Southern Company, James co-led an initiative to implement an enhanced Operations cyber and NERC-CIP program support model and has held various operational and engineering support leadership positions. Prior to joining Southern Company, James served in the U.S. Marines. He holds a B.S. in electrical engineering from Auburn University.

Vice President Operations & Asset Management

Old Dominion Electric Cooperative

Brian Heinbaugh is the Vice President of Operations and Asset Management at ODEC, where he oversees the safe, reliable operation and maintenance of the cooperative’s generation portfolio or if you want to use most of it and leave out some of the personal info. I also attached a updated headshot. Since joining ODEC in 2015, Brian served as Plant General Manager of the Wildcat Point Generation Facility, where he played a key role in its construction, startup, and ongoing operations. With over 25 years of experience in the power generation industry, Brian has held various leadership roles across a wide range of technologies, including simple cycle, combined cycle, and coal-fired plants. He previously served as Director of Operations with GDF Suez and NAES and began his career as a nuclear plant electrician in the U.S. Navy Submarine Force. Brian holds both an M.B.A. and a Master of Science in Energy Resources Management & Policy from the University of Maryland Global Campus. A Maryland native, he is married with three children. Outside of work, he is an active volunteer in his community, coaching cross country and track & field, and supporting organizations such as the Scouts, Boys & Girls Club, and Habitat for Humanity.

Vice President, Technology Strategy

CAEL - Council for Adult and Experiential Learning

Kristen Himmerick is a higher education and nonprofit administrator with extensive experience working with higher education institutions and systems to launch large-scale academic technology projects. She joined CAEL in June 2012 as Director of Academic Technology and Student Engagement for the CAEL's national portfolio assessment program, LearningCounts. As Director, Kristen led the internal operations and platform design of LearningCounts. In 2022, Kristen became the Vice President of the Solutions Team, which focused on developing technology to support regional, workforce, and higher education initiatives. She is currently CAEL's VP Technology Strategy, working on adapting AI for experiential learning and leading the technology for digital credential grant programs. Before joining CAEL, Himmerick was part of the Innovation Lab at Southern New Hampshire University, where she helped author the proposal for a self-paced, competency-based associate degree awarded the $1MM Next Generation Learning Challenge Grant for College Completion (SNHU?s College for America Program). Before SNHU, Kristen was the District Director of Academic Technology at the City Colleges of Chicago, managing the first system-wide LMS and student email system launches. She earned an M. Ed., concentration in eLearning from the University of Illinois, and holds a B.S. in Communication Studies and a Musical Theater certificate from Northwestern University. Kristen is a Prosci Certified Change Management Practitioner. Also, an actress and singer, Kristen, has performed in theaters across Chicago. Past regional theater appearances include roles at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, The Second City, and Drury Lane Oak Brook.

Sr Director, LaCygne and Hawthorn Stations

Evergy, Inc

Executive Director

NC Clean Energy Technology Center

Steve Kalland, Executive Director of the North Carolina Clean Energy Technology Center in the College of Engineering at NC State University, has over 30 years of experience in the clean energy field. Steve directs the strategic vision of the Center and its programs, including activities in renewable energy and clean power, energy efficiency and green buildings, and clean transportation. Programmatic work includes technical assistance, economic development, energy policy and workforce training. Mr. Kalland currently serves on the Boards of Directors of the NC Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA) and the Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster (RTCC), the Advisory Boards of the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) in Washington, DC and the American Solar Grazing Association (ASGA) as well as the Duke Energy (NC) State President's Advisory Council. He was a member of the North Carolina Taskforce for Offshore Wind Economic Resource Strategies (NC TOWERS) created though Executive Order by former Governor Roy Cooper from 2022-2025 and he is a past board member of the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), the US Combined Heat and Power Association (USCHPA), and NC GreenPower. Earlier in his career, Steve was the Director for Government Relations and Grid-Tied Markets at Xantrex Technology, Inc., Executive Director of the Maryland-DC-Virginia Solar Energy Industries Association (MDV-SEIA), and Director of State Programs and Policy Analysis at the national SEIA. Steve graduated in 1991 from the College of William and Mary and in 1993 from the University of Rochester (NY). He lives in Cary, NC with his wife and three children.

Deputy Program Director

United States Energy Association (USEA)

Alex Krowka is the Deputy Program Director of USEA's Consensus Program. In this position, Alex helps manage this U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)-funded Program to build global and domestic understanding, consensus, and cooperative action on Carbon Management Technologies. Additionally, Alex has worked with USEA’s Promoting International And Domestic Consensus On Oil And Natural Gas Program and USEA’s U.S. – East Africa Geothermal Partnership (EAGP). Alex has 11 years of experience in Energy and International Development having worked at Energetics and the International Tax and Investment Center. His past clients consisted of multiple programs and offices within DOE including: Appliance Standards, Emerging Technologies, Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP), International Affairs, Residential Buildings Integration, and Zero Energy Ready Homes. Alex graduated magna cum laude from American University’s School of International Service with a B.A. in International Studies.

Head of Quality

Affordable Wire Management

Linda Merritt is a seasoned leader with over two decades of expertise in quality program development, project management, and solar construction. She is a certified Lead Auditor across multiple industry standards and holds credentials from the Project Management Institute. Her leadership is marked by a deep commitment to operational excellence and a strategic approach to quality assurance that consistently drives performance improvements and project success. As Head of Quality at Affordable Wire Management, Ms. Merritt plays a key role in elevating AWM’s growing reputation as a leading cable management systems (CMS) provider. With an unrelenting focus on supplier, project, and internal quality protocols, Ms. Merritt ensures that AWM continues to deliver best-in-class CMS, as well as the unparalleled customer experience the company is known for. Throughout her career , Ms. Merritt has held pivotal roles in the renewable energy sector, including Head of Quality at Affordable Wire Management, Director of Projects at PI Berlin, Director of Quality at Signal Energy, Solar Quality Manager at McCarthy Building Companies, and Construction Systems Manager at First Solar. Her work has spanned supplier engagement, field operations, and internal systems development—ensuring seamless execution across complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Ms. Merritt brings a results-driven mindset and a passion for advancing clean energy initiatives, consistently leveraging quality frameworks to enhance outcomes, minimize risk, and support long-term sustainability goals.

Industry Marketing Manager – Energy & Sustainability

Yokogawa Corporation of America

Nicholas Meyer is the Head of Industry and Product Marketing at Yokogawa Corporation of America. He joined Yokogawa in 2019 and has 23 years of experience in the process industry, with expertise in industrial automation, product strategy, and digital transformation. Nick currently leads initiatives in the energy and sustainability sectors, with a particular emphasis on power generation. He is passionate about the evolving landscape of the energy transition and how digital transformation and industrial autonomy can enhance energy reliability, efficiency, and security—key themes shaping the future of power. Nick lives in Fayetteville, Georgia, with his wife and three children, where they are active in local soccer and music programs. He holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota.

Vice President - Development

Long Ridge Energy

Ed Myers, Vice President of Business Development at Long Ridge Energy and Power, brings over 20 years of experience in power, data center, and telecommunications infrastructure sales and transactions. Before joining Long Ridge, Ed served as Vice President of Business and Corporate Development at Tillman Global Holdings’ in-building wireless systems integrator and finance company, TDC. Earlier, he co-founded and led the telecommunications group at Parallel Infrastructure, a national build-to-suit communications tower and fiber service provider. Ed also managed offer development and the national spectrum program for FiberTower, a cell tower backhaul and fixed wireless service provider. His leadership journey spans notable roles with AT&T, Level 3, Verizon Wireless, and T-Mobile. A University of Virginia graduate, Ed holds BA and MA degrees in English Literature and frequently lectures at UVA’s Darden School of Business and the Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology.

Director of Environmental Technologies, Licensing and Permitting

Sargent & Lundy

Wayshalee Patel works for Sargent & Lundy, a comprehensive consulting, engineering and design firm providing solutions for the electric power industry. She is currently the Director of S&L’s Environmental Technologies, Licensing and Permitting Group. Mrs. Patel is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Illinois and has a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and Masters in Business Administration. She directs multiple project teams, each led by project managers and technical and engineering personnel. Her overall experience encompasses environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and air pollution controls. She is well versed in existing and proposed environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). She has been involved with several air quality retrofit projects, new generation projects and transmission line projects where she assisted in project management, preliminary engineering and design, specification/procurement, and project implementation.

CEO

PONY Communications

Alexandra Pony is the founder and principal of PONY Communications, an award-winning PR and social agency specializing in the energy sector. Known for delivering standout results for the world’s most innovative energy companies, PONY helps clients dominate headlines and shape the energy narrative—from cleantech and grid-edge innovation to next-gen battery storage. Recognized by Inc., NASA, and top industry awards—including a Stevie Award for Most Innovative Woman of the Year – Advertising, Marketing + Public Relations)—Alexandra transforms bold ideas into headline-grabbing stories that drive meaningful impact and propel disruptive brands into the media spotlight. She helped launch Pivotal's (formerly Opener) electric flying vehicle—the world’s first, backed by Larry Page—into mainstream recognition; amplified OhmConnect’s success leading to its acquisition by Google; and supported energy pioneers like Renew Home, Recurve, and Climeworks, the world’s largest direct air capture company. PONY has also amplified Glydways—backed by Bill Gates and Sam Altman—as it reimagines personal mass transit. Notably, Alexandra led one of the largest viral crowdsourcing campaigns in history for NASA.

O&M Coordinator

ODEC-Wildcat Point Generation Facility

Michael Roth is an accomplished Operations and Maintenance Supervisor with extensive experience in power plant operations, maintenance, and supervision, gained through roles at Old Dominion Electric Cooperative and Calpine where he managed combined cycle plant operations, supervised technicians, and developed procedures. His earlier experience at Tennessee Valley Authority involved increasing responsibilities, including lead operations and technical roles, with a focus on turbine operations, DCS troubleshooting, and LOTO procedures. Mr. Roth began his power career in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Enterprise serving in the reactor department, with responsibilities in engineering space surveys, health physics, and maintenance management. He possesses a strong educational foundation with specialized training in nuclear power and combined cycle power plant operations and maintenance.

Chief Commercial Officer

Enchanted Rock, LLC

Allan Schurr brings go-to-market expertise from over 30 years of experience in commercial and industrial energy services and innovative utility solutions. As Chief Commercial Officer at Enchanted Rock, Schurr is responsible for corporate and product marketing, direct sales, and channel sales functions. Schurr holds a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from the University of California, Davis and a Master's in Business Administration from St. Mary's College in California. He is also a registered Professional Engineer in the State of California, and he is a co-inventor on seven patents related to distributed energy.

Chief Operating Officer

GS Power Partners

Osman Sediqi serves as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of GS Power Partners. He brings over 15 years of experience in the solar industry to his role at the company. As COO, Osman is responsible for leading the Asset Management team to manage GSPP’s existing DG portfolio, while continuing to uphold the company’s reputation for high-performance C+I and community solar assets. At GS Power Partners, Osman has held a variety of positions, working across both asset and project management for the organization. Prior to joining the company, he served in leadership roles at Grasshopper Solar, directing a team of over 30 professionals. Osman was a managing partner of Koenig & Consultants from 2009 to 2014, offering energy-related management consulting services to global clients. He also co-founded Mining Energy Advisors, a platform aimed at supporting global mining companies in the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy. Osman holds a degree from the Gelsenkirchen University of Applied Sciences in Germany, where he graduated with a double major in finance and international marketing management. He is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

Vice President, Coalition Strategy

CAEL - Council for Adult and Experiential Learning

Bridgett Strickler joined CAEL in 2023 as vice president of strategic partnerships, and in 2024 became vice president, coalition strategy. Deeply committed to advancing scalable practices and policies that lead to economic mobility for students of all ages, Strickler helps develop, operationalize, and implement CAEL's coalition strategy. In this role, she leads CAEL's long-standing industry-education partnerships in the energy and telecommunications sectors: the Energy Provider's Coalition for Education (EPCE) and the National Alliance for Communications Technology, Education and Learning (NACTEL). Strickler brings a combination of education and entrepreneurship to CAEL. Before coming to CAEL she served as chief strategy officer at The Graduate! Network (TGN) – a national nonprofit focused on adults with some college no degree (Comebackers) – and previously held other senior roles at the organization in the areas of learning and impact, network engagement, and business engagement. She is the co-creator of Bridging The Talent Gap – an employer and employee engagement strategy – and also served as co-Principal Investigator for research on both TGN’s Bridging the Talent Gap and Data That Move Us initiatives. Strickler’s leadership of Education Matters Southern Indiana is another example of her significant experience in the education field. She has served as an entrepreneur in her work with new businesses and not for profits as strategic planner and organizer as well as her ownership and management of Sale With Us. Strickler earned her master’s in business administration as part of University of Louisville’s and University of Kentucky’s Joint Executive MBA program and she holds a master’s in teaching from University of Louisville. In 2016, Strickler was awarded an honorary associate’s degree from Ivy Tech Community College for her work as the founding executive director of Education Matters Southern Indiana.

Founder / Principal

ST Power Services Consultants, LLC

Siraj Taj is a rare Power industry insider who has the experience to look across the entire value chain - from sourcing and generation to transmission and distribution - to optimize plant efficiencies and economics. Siraj and his team at ST Power Services are focused on creating Innovative and Pragmatic O & M strategies that empower plant owners to solve today's problems while laying the groundwork to profitably transform their organization for a carbon-free future. A sought-after Power industry consultant and thought leader, Siraj Taj has leveraged more than 35 years experience into his latest pursuit: Helping power plant owners prepare for our clean energy future.

Business Development Director

8 Rivers

Luke Thompson, CFA, serves as Business Development Director at 8 Rivers Capital, focusing on energy transition markets, including carbon capture, hydrogen, ammonia, and direct air capture technologies. In his role, he leads strategic initiatives to advance sustainable energy solutions. Luke's expertise in financial analysis and strategic planning has been instrumental in driving innovation within the energy sector. His commitment to environmental sustainability aligns with 8 Rivers' mission to develop cutting-edge technologies for a low-carbon future. Luke holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation, reflecting his dedication to excellence in finance and investment management.

Senior Vice President, Renewable Energy

WSP USA, Inc

Scott Thompson is a Professional Environmental Engineer, a Certified Envision Sustainability Professional, and a senior project manager with more than 30 years of experience developing solutions to address environmental problems. He has led WSP’s renewable energy team to provide engineering services for 21 GW of commercial solar, wind energy, and BESS projects in the past 3 years. He leads projects and portfolios that include development phase, owner’s representative, detailed design phase, and technical advisory services for renewables. As an environmental engineer, he has led the sustainable cleanup and restoration of contaminated sites, waterbodies, and watersheds throughout the US and managed over $100M of engineering services in his career. He assists municipalities and businesses to develop and achieve sustainability goals, including deployment of clean energy solutions, public outreach and awareness, and leveraging incentives and innovation to realize economic benefits.

Account Director

Trevi Communications

Justin Williams is a Senior Account Executive at Trevi Communications, a marketing/public relations firm with a focus on energy clients. He has worked with energy accounts since joining Trevi in 2021 and is one of the firm’s resident clean energy experts. He came to Trevi from corporate communications, having worked in media relations for the U.S. office of one of Europe’s largest tech companies. Justin also served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Armenia, and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with an M.A. in Russian and East European Studies, and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a B.A. in International Studies and History.