MANAGEMENT & STAFF
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WHO WE ARE
More than a decade of experience in the solar industry
After managing the installation of more than 20,000,000 watts of power through more than 2,000 solar energy installations, we knew it was time to create something better and with more social impact.
Our team knew solar energy was growing bigger than ever before, and a new system had to be created that could be more efficient, more affordable, and more reliable. And in February of 2020, Solar Grids® was born.
Today our team has managed the installations of more than 6,000 residential households totaling more than 100 million watts of energy.
Justin Kaiser
Co-founder/CEO
Company visionary with private equity background. Leads the company with evolutionary ideas to disrupt the solar industry. He is also the co-founder of Elite Funds and Solar Funds. Justin has an entrepreneurial spirit that is contagious to others around him - he sees opportunity where others see problems – which has led him to successfully build and manage numerous successful businesses.
Larry Schroder
Co-founder/President
Experienced business strategist focused on growing the company with his franchising experience and long-term outlook. He also serves as Managing Partner of Elite Funds and Solar Funds. From May 2015 to January 2019 he was President of Aluxa Homes in Omaha, NE , a national home building franchisor.
Jacob Koke
Director of Operations and Project Management
Oversees and manages solar projects. Jacob has over 6 years of experience in solar operations for companies of all sizes. His project management skills are extensive and include everything from sales, designing and permitting to installation.
Felix Malave
National Sales Director
Leads sales training and management for franchisees and their teams. Felix has over eight years of experience in the solar industry with installations, sales, and management. He's passionate about educating and guiding franchise teams to advance to the next level in a fulfilling and wealthy solar career.
Luke Dreyer
CTO/Director of Franchisee Marketing
Oversees and coordinates all aspects of IT operations and proprietary marketing company technology. Has created innovative systems and procedures to help multiple companies grow.
Jeff Rupp
Director of Franchise Operations
Onboards and manages franchise operations. Jeff has an extensive background in operations with large corporations. He has led teams large and small with great success. His experience in leading startups makes him a well rounded asset to the Solar Grids team.
Angelina Garcia
Director of Branding & Marketing
Leads strategic marketing campaigns and branding techniques to grow company brand equity. Angelina has experience with growing and captivating current and new audiences in the solar industry and is focused on helping franchisees grow their local brand.
Peter Small
Regional Business Developer
Spearheads and manages development of corporate sales. Peter is a U.S. Coast Guard with an extensive background in project management and business development. He was formerly an executive at Northrop Grumman and a a founding director at Western Acquisitions. He brings his expertise from the government contracting sector into clean energy and provides a no-nonsense approach to efficient business development.
Jaydon Debus
IT Manager
A highly skilled IT specialist dedicated to overseeing our Information Technology and cybersecurity functions.
Christina Lael, CPA, J.D.
Tax Attorney, CPA & Legal Advisor
Serves as the company's solar legal advisor and advises on tax-related benefits.
Richard Mish
Franchise Development
Manager
Builds and manages long-term relationships with franchisees.
Travis Shakeel
Consumer Sales & Development Manager
Oversees & develops teams of consumer Energy Consultants
Amber Eshelby
Assistant Director of Operations
Responsible for ensuring that all operational processes operate at peak efficiency and focused on franchisee satisfaction and productivity
Jacob Desai
Franchisee Relations Associate
Helps to establish and foster franchisee relationships.
Kate West
Franchisee Relations Associate
Helps to establish and foster franchisee relationships.
our philosophy
We believe nothing is more important than your freedom and happiness.
We started Solar Grids® because there's a huge problem in our country that no one is talking about...
No energy independence. We have gotten so used to our traditional energy grid system, that we haven't taken the chance to say, "Why do I keep paying for unreliable and expensive energy?"
Our team is dedicated to helping you find relief from unpredictable energy bills and unstable energy service by providing your family or place of business with PRIVATE and PERSONAL Solar Grids®
We believe reliable and affordable energy shouldn't just be a privilege, it should be a given. Nothing is more important than your freedom and happiness.
our purpose
Solar is changing lives everywhere
As a solar energy company we are determined to create a positive impact on families, communities, and the planet. Our Solar Grids® will empower individuals everywhere to have affordable access to reliable energy, thus creating life-long energy freedom.
our MISSION
To pioneer the action and
attitude of positive change
Solar Grids® mission is to deliver
the best and most affordable private solar energy services because people deserve safe and reliable energy that make their lives thrive.
We make that possible by providing families nationwide with our affordable and private Solar Grids®.