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Jacob Susman, a clean economy business builder, has served as SolarKal’s Board Advisor for the past three years.
Jacob has decades of experience as a finance professional and project developer with a global power sector network. As the founder and CEO of OwnEnergy, he built and led a wind energy company from inception to exit. He has also played key roles in renewable energy investments at Goldman Sachs and has served as an executive at EDF Renewables.
With Jigar Shah, Jacob co-founded Cleantech Leaders Roundtable (CTLR), a private community of business leaders working to combat climate change and build a thriving clean economy. He currently serves as CTLR’s Board President. Jacob is also a board member of REpowering Schools. He previously served on the boards of the American Clean Power Association’s predecessor, AWEA, as well as the American Council on Renewable Energy. He was a founding board member of Clean Energy Buyers Association’s predecessor, REBA.
In 2010, Jacob was named to Crain’s New York Business’s “40 Under 40,” and in 2012, he was an EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist. In 2013, Greentech Media named Jacob one of New York’s Top 10 Cleantech Leaders.
Founder, Chief Executive Officer
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.
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Co-Founder, Chief Commercial Officer
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.
Project Delivery Manager
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.
Senior Director - Project Delivery
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.
Account Executive - Channel Partnerships
Jon brings a wealth of experience in business development, strategic planning, and partnerships across various industries. He focuses on fostering strategic partnerships and supporting corporations, real estate developers, and private businesses in their transition to solar energy.
Senior Vice President of Project Delivery
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.
Director of Project Delivery
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.
Director of Project Delivery
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.
Real Estate Account Executive
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.
Account Executive - Real Estate
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.
Sales Operations Manager
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.
Vice President of Operations and Finance
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.
Director of Marketing
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.
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Commercial Solar Energy Advisor
Paul Abramson has served as SolarKal’s Commercial Solar Energy Advisor for over eight years, providing expert guidance to businesses implementing solar energy solutions.
Commercial Solar Energy Advisor
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.
Strategic Accounts Advisor
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.
Sales Advisor
Stan Fischer has served as SolarKal’s Sales Advisor for the past six years.
Sales Advisor
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.
