Jacob Susman

Yaniv has led innovation in the commercial solar industry since 2007. Under his leadership, SolarKal has become the top solar advisory and marketplace firm, facilitating over $500 million in transactions. Yaniv is also an author and speaker, advocating for increased solar adoption in the U.S.

Neil brings over 25 years of experience in finance, sales, and corporate development to SolarKal. Since 2016, his leadership has been key to the company’s growth in delivering top-tier solar advisory and procurement services. Neil leads SolarKal’s West Coast operations from San Diego.

With a solid foundation in photovoltaic (PV) systems design and electrical engineering, Sohaila brings a strong technical background to SolarKal, providing commercial solar project analysis and management.

Mike has more than 10 years of experience in social entrepreneurship, financial analysis, and business development. He oversees solar development projects, leads policy research, and manages sales requests to determine project feasibility.

Claude brings over 12 years of hands-on commercial solar experience to SolarKal. He oversees the development of comprehensive solar strategies for corporate and real estate clients, and helps executives integrate solar into their national properties portfolios. Based out of San Diego, Claude is fluent in Japanese.

Josh leads SolarKal’s Project Delivery Team in providing advisory services and managing the company’s 200+ solar partners. One of the solar industry’s preeminent experts, Josh has extensive experience implementing on-site solar for Fortune 500s, universities, and commercial real estate firms.

Travis has over 14 years of experience in the cleantech energy sector, with a focus on commercial analysis and business development for innovative technologies. At SolarKal, Travis helps commercial and industrial real estate clients achieve their financial and sustainability goals by developing high-value solar and storage projects.

Cole brings six years of solar experience to the team and is responsible for taking solar projects from initial analysis to completion. His work focuses on managing the RFP process and overseeing project development. Clients and solar providers alike appreciate his deep understanding of commercial solar project construction and energization.

Adam is a Real Estate Account Executive at SolarKal with 18 years of experience in the industry. As an Advisor and Project Success Manager, he draws on his extensive commercial real estate expertise to drive solar adoption across U.S. properties.

Zach brings deep real estate expertise and a passion for sustainable energy to SolarKal. He provides commercial real estate clients with expert advisory, procurement, and project management services, helping them increase their property values and achieve ambitious sustainability goals.

Peter is a leading sales development professional with over seven years of direct sales experience and a proven track record of success. At SolarKal, he oversees the company’s entire sales tech stack and facilitates lead generation and account-based marketing strategies.

David brings over 10 years of investment and operations experience to SolarKal, driving continuous improvement in the company’s strategy and performance. He serves as a guest lecturer on ESG Investing at Columbia Business School and frequently speaks on the intersection of sustainability and finance.

Maria leads SolarKal’s marketing and public relations, ensuring that the company’s brand quality matches its world-class service. With deep energy communications expertise and a passion for the promise of solar, Maria helps clients promote project successes and significant sustainability achievements.

Paul Abramson has served as SolarKal’s Commercial Solar Energy Advisor for over eight years, providing expert guidance to businesses implementing solar energy solutions.

Holt Gollatz has served as SolarKal’s Commercial Solar Energy Advisor for the past eight years, opening new doors and developing commercial solar client relationships.

Kim Saylors-Laster has served as SolarKal’s Strategic Accounts Advisor for the past six years. As a Solar Advisor, Kim provides strategic guidance related to key accounts, RFPs, contract negotiations, and project development. 

Stan Fischer has served as SolarKal’s Sales Advisor for the past six years.

Don Van Rhyn has been part of SolarKal, serving as a Sales Advisor for the past five years, where he excels in simplifying the solar evaluation and procurement process for property owners and tenants. His expertise has contributed to the success of multiple megawatt-scale commercial and industrial solar projects.