Derapi's mission is to accelerate the energy transition by making DER data more available, reliable and secure.Our customers are the most innovative companies in the distributed energy space. We enable them to build the best microgrids, virtual power plants, and demand markets by providing essential data tools.Derapi is backed by premier Climate- and Deep-Tech investors.

Incubated at UNION Labs, Griot is a mobile technology company that is transforming how field technicians communicate and collaborate in the field.

UNION Labs is a DeepTech venture studio focused on building and backing leading seed-stage startups in Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, and Autonomy. Founded by former August Home executives and serial entrepreneurs Nate Williams and Chris Kim, we unite critical elements of DeepTech via connectivity, insights, and automation.

Independent consultancy specializing in product strategy, market strategy, and business development.

Responsible for Energy Data Platform and Predictive Controls components of the AutoGrid Flex platform, developing and maintaining product and feature roadmaps for big data, machine learning and predictive analytics capabilities. Guided two development teams through Agile transformation and implementation of Scrum processes and served both teams in Product Owner role. Developed and continue to maintain product roadmap for third-party IoT device integrations and virtual power plant capabilities, and arranged technical training programs in preparation for implementation of OpenADR and IEEE 2030.5 protocols.Articulated the product vision for the AutoGrid Flex platform in a platform-as-a-service (PaaS) model. Negotiated and completed a proof-of-concept PaaS project with a key customer, leading to longer-term follow-on projects with significant revenue.

Serving clients in clean energy technology, product, and market strategy. Focus on renewable energy, energy storage, and grid modernization.Strategen provides insight to global corporations, utilities and public sector leaders, helping them develop impactful and sustainable clean energy strategies.www.strategen.com

Responsible for system-level specifications and Envoy gateway product line worldwide, including hardware, embedded software, and third-party communications. Set long-term vision for product solution, charting the transition from current technology to the next-generation internet-of-things (IoT) based platform, including the incorporation of distributed energy resource (DER) integration capabilities and California Rule 21 compliance. Established plan to extend the 6th-generation system (IQ microinverter, battery storage, gateway, and software) to Europe and Australia.

Responsible for product portfolio and roadmap for Asia-Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, including hardware and software products for residential and commercial market segments. Held a key role in establishing the Australia business unit. Established best practice for HQ support of international offices, including establishment of relationships with customers, utilities, and business partners. Market share in Australia grew from zero to 11% over three years; fastest growth for a new market in company history. Launched the AC Battery storage solution in Australia and New Zealand, while simultaneously leading the company through a major transition in technical compliance standards to enable integration of DERs.Led effort for expansion into Japan, including market assessment, business partner development, product specification, and business planning in preparation for a future market entry.Launched multiple microinverter product lines in N. America, Europe, and Australia. Led global, multi-site teams in executing launch activities. Brought 5th generation technology to market and opened access to commercial segment.

Established market research function and led the global market intelligence group, responsible for market forecasting and strategy. Developed a framework and process for 5-year rolling market forecasts that continue to serve as a basis for sales targets, financial forecasting, and market strategy. Developed a framework and strategy for evaluating and entering new international markets and held a key role in implementation, leading to new business in Australia, Asia-Pacific and Latin America.

Recruited to establish a knowledge base of federal and state energy policy and grants programs, developed training materials to guide startups in searching for, identifying, and applying for government grant opportunities. Provided individualized consultation regarding grants strategy to Greenstart’s startup founders.Screened applicants for Greenstart’s accelerator program and performed technical and market due diligence on candidates seeking admission to the program.

Served clients with an industry focus in clean technology, sustainability and healthcare, with functional experience in strategy and lean operations.Developed facilities construction and manufacturing process portions of a US Department of Energy loan application.Assessed risk from stakeholder activism and water scarcity for a global apparel retailer, leading to a reevaluation of their supply chain.Analyzed and compared total ownership costs of fabrication tools from multiple vendors to inform the procurement process for a display manufacturer. Saved $50 million from original budget.Led client teams in Lean transformations at two California hospitals. Increased accuracy of medical determination at admission from 67% to 100% at one location and established processes to reduce insurance denials.

Managed a portfolio of issues including energy, climate change, agriculture, and science for US Rep. Jay Inslee.Developed legislation for inclusion in the American Clean Energy and Security Act (HR 2454, 111th Congress) and stand-alone legislation for biomass energy and low carbon fuels.Provided healthcare team with technical expertise related to the Affordable Care Act.Prepared remarks and questions for Rep. Inslee’s committee hearings and public appearances.

Served as senior member of a team led by Center Director. Evaluated opportunities in healthcare and security technology for a Japanese electronics firm seeking new areas for long-term investment

Early employee at a startup company producing analog IC design automation software. Led custom circuit design project for major customer. Managed integration of manufacturing process data into internal design environment and tools.