First Solar
Industry: Semiconductor manufacturing company
DescriptionFirst Solar, Inc. is an American photovoltaic manufacturer of rigid thin film modules, or solar panels, and a provider of utility-scale PV power plants and supporting services that include finance, construction, maintenance and end-of-life panel recycling. Revenue: 3.58 billion USD (2015) Headquarters: Tempe, Arizona, United States CEO: Mark R. Widmar (1 Jul 2016–) Subsidiaries: First Solar GmbH, First Solar Holdings GmbH,
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First Solar Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Jacob Weintraub, P.E. Jacob Weintraub, P.E.'s First Solar Experience February 2012 - February 2013
Job Driver URBAN
Industry Construction
Experience
Driver URBAN November 2013 - Present
RobbinsReed, Inc. February 2013 - November 2013
First Solar February 2012 - February 2013
USGBC-C4 September 2009 - September 2012
Taylor & Syfan January 2007 - February 2012
Allshouse Engineering, Inc. August 2002 - August 2006
Thornton Tomasetti June 2004 - September 2004
Leonard Grant Architecture, Inc. February 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Green Building, Structural Engineering, Submittals, AutoCAD, Design-Build, Sustainable Design, Civil Engineering, Concrete, LEED, Steel Structures, Renovation, Construction Drawings, Value Engineering, BIM, Land Development, Sustainability
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Real Property Development
American Institute for Roman Culture 2006 — 2007
Architecture and Urban Design
Driver URBAN November 2013 - Present
RobbinsReed, Inc. February 2013 - November 2013
First Solar February 2012 - February 2013
USGBC-C4 September 2009 - September 2012
Taylor & Syfan January 2007 - February 2012
Allshouse Engineering, Inc. August 2002 - August 2006
Thornton Tomasetti June 2004 - September 2004
Leonard Grant Architecture, Inc. February 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Green Building, Structural Engineering, Submittals, AutoCAD, Design-Build, Sustainable Design, Civil Engineering, Concrete, LEED, Steel Structures, Renovation, Construction Drawings, Value Engineering, BIM, Land Development, Sustainability
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Real Property Development
American Institute for Roman Culture 2006 — 2007
Architecture and Urban Design
O'teaka Lilly O'teaka Lilly's First Solar Experience December 2014 - Present
Job Supply Chain Contract Coordinator/Site Buyer at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar December 2014 - Present
First Solar November 2014 - Present
First Solar June 2012 - February 2015
Trademark Construction Co., Inc. April 2006 - June 2012
Skills
Photovoltaics, Solar Energy, Contract Management, Payroll, Supply Chain, Construction Management, Renewable Energy, Solar PV, Microsoft Office, Supervisory Skills, Energy Efficiency, Energy, Auditing, Human Resources, Microsoft Excel, Executive Support, Concur, Calendaring, Certified Payroll, PowerPoint, Expenses, Energy Management, QuickBooks, Davis Bacon, California Labor Law, Alternative Energy, Power Generation, Environmental Awareness, Compliance, Union Relations, Sustainable Energy, Energy Policy, Sustainable Business, Office Management, Accounting, SAP ERP, Kronos, Kinaxis
Education
College of the Desert 1997 — 1999
California State University-Northridge 1995 — 1996
First Solar December 2014 - Present
First Solar November 2014 - Present
First Solar June 2012 - February 2015
Trademark Construction Co., Inc. April 2006 - June 2012
Skills
Photovoltaics, Solar Energy, Contract Management, Payroll, Supply Chain, Construction Management, Renewable Energy, Solar PV, Microsoft Office, Supervisory Skills, Energy Efficiency, Energy, Auditing, Human Resources, Microsoft Excel, Executive Support, Concur, Calendaring, Certified Payroll, PowerPoint, Expenses, Energy Management, QuickBooks, Davis Bacon, California Labor Law, Alternative Energy, Power Generation, Environmental Awareness, Compliance, Union Relations, Sustainable Energy, Energy Policy, Sustainable Business, Office Management, Accounting, SAP ERP, Kronos, Kinaxis
Education
College of the Desert 1997 — 1999
California State University-Northridge 1995 — 1996
Elijah Pepper Elijah Pepper's First Solar Experience June 2015 - Present
Job IT Field Technician at First Solar
Industry Computer Networking
Experience
First Solar June 2015 - Present
ABBTECH June 2014 - Present
Apex Systems & Technology Solutions November 2011 - Present
ABBTECH 2014 - 2015
SPAWAR/Tecflow March 2012 - August 2012
U.S. Army Field Artillery February 2005 - July 2010
US Army February 2005 - July 2010
Skills
A+ Certified, Network+, Security+, Software Installation, Windows 7, Servers, Microsoft Office, Routers, Switches, Networking, Security, Leadership, System Administration, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Network Security, Network Administration, Data Center, Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Unix, Microsoft Excel, Training, Active Directory, Windows XP
Education
Coleman College 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
First Solar June 2015 - Present
ABBTECH June 2014 - Present
Apex Systems & Technology Solutions November 2011 - Present
ABBTECH 2014 - 2015
SPAWAR/Tecflow March 2012 - August 2012
U.S. Army Field Artillery February 2005 - July 2010
US Army February 2005 - July 2010
Skills
A+ Certified, Network+, Security+, Software Installation, Windows 7, Servers, Microsoft Office, Routers, Switches, Networking, Security, Leadership, System Administration, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Network Security, Network Administration, Data Center, Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Unix, Microsoft Excel, Training, Active Directory, Windows XP
Education
Coleman College 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Ian Mansor Ian Mansor's First Solar Experience May 2011 - January 2012
Job FCA Fiat Chrysler
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles August 2015 - Present
NRG Energy- Energy Services September 2013 - July 2015
NRG Energy September 2012 - September 2013
Fenner Dunlop January 2012 - September 2012
First Solar May 2011 - January 2012
Erie County Health Department June 2009 - May 2011
Lear Corporation June 1999 - October 2007
Skills
EHS, Hazard Analysis, Occupational Health, Environmental Compliance, Emergency Management, Industrial Hygiene, Hazardous Waste..., Hazard Recognition, Environmental Awareness, ISO 14001, EPA, Environmental Auditing, Inspection, Industrial Safety, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Assessment, Training, Safety Management...
Education
Bowling Green State University 2009 — 2011
Bachelors, Science minor Environmental Health and Safety
Indiana State University
Master of Science (MS), Occupational Safety Management, Current
FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles August 2015 - Present
NRG Energy- Energy Services September 2013 - July 2015
NRG Energy September 2012 - September 2013
Fenner Dunlop January 2012 - September 2012
First Solar May 2011 - January 2012
Erie County Health Department June 2009 - May 2011
Lear Corporation June 1999 - October 2007
Skills
EHS, Hazard Analysis, Occupational Health, Environmental Compliance, Emergency Management, Industrial Hygiene, Hazardous Waste..., Hazard Recognition, Environmental Awareness, ISO 14001, EPA, Environmental Auditing, Inspection, Industrial Safety, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Assessment, Training, Safety Management...
Education
Bowling Green State University 2009 — 2011
Bachelors, Science minor Environmental Health and Safety
Indiana State University
Master of Science (MS), Occupational Safety Management, Current
Jamie Rego's First Solar Experience 2008 - 2010
Job at
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
AK Tube LLC April 2014 - Present
Chrysler Jeep July 2013 - April 2014
Chrysler Jeep July 2012 - July 2013
FIRST SOLAR INC 2010 - 2012
First Solar 2008 - 2010
NEW MATHER METALS 2005 - 2007
Skills
Articulate, Cadet, SAP, Occupational Health, EHS, Workplace Safety, Accident Investigation, Construction Safety, Continuous Improvement, Training, Manufacturing, Industrial Hygiene, ISO 14001, Hazardous Waste..., Facilities Management, Safety Training, Behavior Based Safety, Incident Investigation, Industrial Safety, Environmental Awareness, Ergonomics, Environmental Auditing, HAZWOPER, Investigation, Auditing
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Environmental Health
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health
Owens Community College 1998 — 2002
Associates of Applied Science, Environmental Management
AK Tube LLC April 2014 - Present
Chrysler Jeep July 2013 - April 2014
Chrysler Jeep July 2012 - July 2013
FIRST SOLAR INC 2010 - 2012
First Solar 2008 - 2010
NEW MATHER METALS 2005 - 2007
Skills
Articulate, Cadet, SAP, Occupational Health, EHS, Workplace Safety, Accident Investigation, Construction Safety, Continuous Improvement, Training, Manufacturing, Industrial Hygiene, ISO 14001, Hazardous Waste..., Facilities Management, Safety Training, Behavior Based Safety, Incident Investigation, Industrial Safety, Environmental Awareness, Ergonomics, Environmental Auditing, HAZWOPER, Investigation, Auditing
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Environmental Health
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health
Owens Community College 1998 — 2002
Associates of Applied Science, Environmental Management
Joe Stanley Joe Stanley's First Solar Experience October 2014 - Present
Job Senior Director North America Utility Design & Engineering at SunEdison
Industry Utilities
Experience
SunEdison July 2015 - Present
First Solar October 2014 - Present
AECOM March 2013 - August 2014
WorleyParsons April 2006 - March 2013
Calpine October 2004 - February 2006
Kiewit August 2002 - October 2004
Black & Veatch February 1996 - August 2002
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power July 1992 - June 1995
City of Glendale, CA March 1984 - December 1986
Skills
Power Plants, EPC, Power Generation, Electrical Engineering, Commissioning, Energy, Engineering, Construction, Electricians, High Voltage, Contract Management, Testing, Renewable Energy, Project Engineering, Risk Management, Water, Project Estimation, Factory, Strategic Planning, Power Systems, Project Control, Procurement, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, LNG, Oil/Gas, Instrumentation, Petrochemical, Gas Turbines, Transmission, Power Distribution, Gas, Inspection, Primavera P6, CRM, Construction Management, Piping, Pipelines, Refinery, Petroleum, Project Management, Solar Energy, Contract Negotiation, Project Planning
Education
University of Southern California 1992 — 1995
MSEE, Power Engineering
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1988 — 1992
BSEE, Power Engineering
SunEdison July 2015 - Present
First Solar October 2014 - Present
AECOM March 2013 - August 2014
WorleyParsons April 2006 - March 2013
Calpine October 2004 - February 2006
Kiewit August 2002 - October 2004
Black & Veatch February 1996 - August 2002
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power July 1992 - June 1995
City of Glendale, CA March 1984 - December 1986
Skills
Power Plants, EPC, Power Generation, Electrical Engineering, Commissioning, Energy, Engineering, Construction, Electricians, High Voltage, Contract Management, Testing, Renewable Energy, Project Engineering, Risk Management, Water, Project Estimation, Factory, Strategic Planning, Power Systems, Project Control, Procurement, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, LNG, Oil/Gas, Instrumentation, Petrochemical, Gas Turbines, Transmission, Power Distribution, Gas, Inspection, Primavera P6, CRM, Construction Management, Piping, Pipelines, Refinery, Petroleum, Project Management, Solar Energy, Contract Negotiation, Project Planning
Education
University of Southern California 1992 — 1995
MSEE, Power Engineering
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1988 — 1992
BSEE, Power Engineering
Kris Hallford Kris Hallford's First Solar Experience October 2013 - Present
Job Field Tech at First Solar
Industry Oil & Energy
Experience
First Solar October 2013 - Present
CalEnergy January 2012 - October 2013
US Navy August 1991 - August 2011
Skills
Project Engineering, Power Generation, Commissioning, Maintenance Management, Electricians, Inspection, Power Plants, Electricity, Factory, Energy, Engineering, Safety Management..., Renewable Energy, Turbines, Contract Management, Pumps, Electrical Engineering, Gas Turbines, Root Cause Analysis, Construction, Preventive Maintenance, Maintenance, Generators, Power Distribution, Construction Safety, Troubleshooting, Supervisory Skills
Education
Imperial Valley College 2011 — 2012
Coastline Community College 2006 — 2007
Stephens County High School 1987 — 1991
First Solar October 2013 - Present
CalEnergy January 2012 - October 2013
US Navy August 1991 - August 2011
Skills
Project Engineering, Power Generation, Commissioning, Maintenance Management, Electricians, Inspection, Power Plants, Electricity, Factory, Energy, Engineering, Safety Management..., Renewable Energy, Turbines, Contract Management, Pumps, Electrical Engineering, Gas Turbines, Root Cause Analysis, Construction, Preventive Maintenance, Maintenance, Generators, Power Distribution, Construction Safety, Troubleshooting, Supervisory Skills
Education
Imperial Valley College 2011 — 2012
Coastline Community College 2006 — 2007
Stephens County High School 1987 — 1991
Edward Davis Edward Davis's First Solar Experience July 2013 - July 2014
Job Director, Acquisitions at Renewable Energy Trust Capital, Inc.
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Renewable Energy Trust Capital, Inc. June 2015 - Present
Renewable Energy Trust July 2014 - June 2015
First Solar July 2013 - July 2014
First Solar May 2011 - July 2013
JPMorgan Chase July 2008 - May 2011
Colby College January 2008 - May 2008
Colorado Governor's Office of Policy and Initiatives January 2008 - January 2008
JPMorgan Chase June 2007 - August 2007
C-SPAN June 2006 - August 2006
Office of U.S. Senator Ken Salazar June 2005 - July 2005
Skills
Financial Modeling, Data Analysis, Economics, Financial Analysis, Research, Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Valuation, Corporate Finance, Investments, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Due Diligence, Risk Management, Policy Analysis, Mergers, Business Development, Finance, Project Finance, Management, Energy, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
Colby College 2004 — 2008
B.A., Government, Administrative Science
Renewable Energy Trust Capital, Inc. June 2015 - Present
Renewable Energy Trust July 2014 - June 2015
First Solar July 2013 - July 2014
First Solar May 2011 - July 2013
JPMorgan Chase July 2008 - May 2011
Colby College January 2008 - May 2008
Colorado Governor's Office of Policy and Initiatives January 2008 - January 2008
JPMorgan Chase June 2007 - August 2007
C-SPAN June 2006 - August 2006
Office of U.S. Senator Ken Salazar June 2005 - July 2005
Skills
Financial Modeling, Data Analysis, Economics, Financial Analysis, Research, Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Valuation, Corporate Finance, Investments, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Due Diligence, Risk Management, Policy Analysis, Mergers, Business Development, Finance, Project Finance, Management, Energy, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
Colby College 2004 — 2008
B.A., Government, Administrative Science
Timothy Higdon Timothy Higdon's First Solar Experience September 2011 - March 2014
Job Environmental Compliance, Permitting, and Consulting Professional at Self Employed
Industry Oil & Energy
Experience
Self Employed April 2014 - Present
First Solar September 2011 - March 2014
NextEra Energy Resources March 2011 - September 2011
Volt Technical Resources March 2010 - June 2010
Booz Allen Hamilton August 2009 - March 2010
Parsons December 2007 - June 2009
Kinder Morgan April 2006 - November 2007
RBF Consulting, a Company of Michael Baker International July 2004 - February 2006
UltraSystems Environmental January 2004 - July 2004
Charis Corporation April 2003 - December 2003
Skills
Renewable Energy, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Awareness, Hazardous Waste..., Environmental Policy, Water Quality, Environmental..., Waste Management, Environmental Permitting, Environmental Impact..., Environmental Auditing, Waste, Environmental Consulting, NEPA, Air Quality, Energy, Water, Project Management, Construction
Education
California State University-San Bernardino 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, Geography
College of Oceaneering 1992 — 1993
Associates of Science in Marine Technology, Diving Medicine, 3.7
Self Employed April 2014 - Present
First Solar September 2011 - March 2014
NextEra Energy Resources March 2011 - September 2011
Volt Technical Resources March 2010 - June 2010
Booz Allen Hamilton August 2009 - March 2010
Parsons December 2007 - June 2009
Kinder Morgan April 2006 - November 2007
RBF Consulting, a Company of Michael Baker International July 2004 - February 2006
UltraSystems Environmental January 2004 - July 2004
Charis Corporation April 2003 - December 2003
Skills
Renewable Energy, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Awareness, Hazardous Waste..., Environmental Policy, Water Quality, Environmental..., Waste Management, Environmental Permitting, Environmental Impact..., Environmental Auditing, Waste, Environmental Consulting, NEPA, Air Quality, Energy, Water, Project Management, Construction
Education
California State University-San Bernardino 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, Geography
College of Oceaneering 1992 — 1993
Associates of Science in Marine Technology, Diving Medicine, 3.7
Colleen Hamel Colleen Hamel's First Solar Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Environmental Compliance Specialist at First Solar
Industry Real Estate
Experience
First Solar June 2014 - Present
CPL Properties May 2012 - Present
Keller Williams Arizona Realty October 2011 - May 2013
CENTURY 21® January 2004 - October 2011
Lundin Construction May 2002 - August 2006
Scottsdale Unified School District August 1996 - May 2000
SAIC June 1992 - June 1994
McDonnell Douglas Helicopters August 1985 - June 1992
Hughes Helicopters August 1981 - August 1985
Skills
Investment Properties, First Time Home Buyers, Residential Homes, Single Family Homes, Relocation, Short Sales, Sellers
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1979 — 1981
Master's degree, Industrial Engineering
University of Northern Iowa 1975 — 1979
Bachelor's degree, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, 3.5
First Solar June 2014 - Present
CPL Properties May 2012 - Present
Keller Williams Arizona Realty October 2011 - May 2013
CENTURY 21® January 2004 - October 2011
Lundin Construction May 2002 - August 2006
Scottsdale Unified School District August 1996 - May 2000
SAIC June 1992 - June 1994
McDonnell Douglas Helicopters August 1985 - June 1992
Hughes Helicopters August 1981 - August 1985
Skills
Investment Properties, First Time Home Buyers, Residential Homes, Single Family Homes, Relocation, Short Sales, Sellers
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1979 — 1981
Master's degree, Industrial Engineering
University of Northern Iowa 1975 — 1979
Bachelor's degree, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, 3.5
Daniel Kaulfus Daniel Kaulfus's First Solar Experience September 2009 - October 2012
Job Executive Director Head of World Wide Operations Procurement Supply Chain at Amazon.com
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
Amazon June 2014 - Present
National Grid September 2012 - June 2014
First Solar September 2009 - October 2012
Applied Materials November 2007 - September 2009
Applied Materials July 2006 - October 2007
Applied Materials January 2001 - July 2006
Lutron Electronics September 1998 - November 2000
Lutron Electronics August 1996 - August 1998
Perfect Plastics Industries November 1995 - August 1996
Deloitte Consulting August 1991 - November 1995
Skills
Global Sourcing, Strategic Planning, Global Management, Global Logistics, Global Strategy, International Business, International Trade, International Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Customs, Supply Chain..., Supplier Negotiations, Purchasing, Purchasing Strategy, Purchasing Negotiations, ERP, MRP, TQM, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Logistics, JIT, Manufacturing, Management Consulting, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Strategy, Logistics, Supplier Negotiation, Supply Management, Procurement, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain, Start-ups, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Forecasting, Customs Regulations, SAP, Six Sigma, Contract Negotiation, Materials Management, Outsourcing, Sourcing, Process Engineering, Strategy, Inventory Management, Strategic Sourcing, Leadership, Contract Management, Continuous Improvement
Education
Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School of Business 1989 — 1991
MBA, Operations Management
Texas A&M University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Granbury High School
Amazon June 2014 - Present
National Grid September 2012 - June 2014
First Solar September 2009 - October 2012
Applied Materials November 2007 - September 2009
Applied Materials July 2006 - October 2007
Applied Materials January 2001 - July 2006
Lutron Electronics September 1998 - November 2000
Lutron Electronics August 1996 - August 1998
Perfect Plastics Industries November 1995 - August 1996
Deloitte Consulting August 1991 - November 1995
Skills
Global Sourcing, Strategic Planning, Global Management, Global Logistics, Global Strategy, International Business, International Trade, International Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Customs, Supply Chain..., Supplier Negotiations, Purchasing, Purchasing Strategy, Purchasing Negotiations, ERP, MRP, TQM, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Logistics, JIT, Manufacturing, Management Consulting, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Strategy, Logistics, Supplier Negotiation, Supply Management, Procurement, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain, Start-ups, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Forecasting, Customs Regulations, SAP, Six Sigma, Contract Negotiation, Materials Management, Outsourcing, Sourcing, Process Engineering, Strategy, Inventory Management, Strategic Sourcing, Leadership, Contract Management, Continuous Improvement
Education
Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School of Business 1989 — 1991
MBA, Operations Management
Texas A&M University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Granbury High School
Alan Blanding Alan Blanding's First Solar Experience October 2012 - June 2013
Job Power System Dispatcher (TSO Desk) at Western Area Power Administration
Industry Oil & Energy
Experience
Western Area Power Administration July 2014 - Present
Arizona Public Service (APS) July 2013 - July 2014
First Solar October 2012 - June 2013
Arizona Public Service (APS) October 2010 - September 2012
Arizona Public Service (APS) September 2005 - October 2010
Skills
Power Transmission, Dispatching, Outage Management, NERC, Compliance, Transmission Lines, High Voltage, Substation, Procedure Creation, Procedure Development, Solar PV, Solar Energy, Power System Operations, Protective Relays, Transformer, Circuit Breakers, Spanish, Management, Energy, Power Generation, SCADA, Smart Grid, Power Plants, Engineering, Power Systems, Electric Power
Education
University of Phoenix 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration, 3.78
APS Transmission Operator Dispatcher Training 2005 — 2008
Energy Control Center Supervisor, Bulk Electric System Operations
Governors State University 1999 — 2000
Chapman University 1998 — 2000
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Excelsior College 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
The George Washington University 1998 — 1999
Mathematics
University of the State of New York 1996 — 1998
Associate in Science, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Enlisted Naval Nuclear Power School 1992 — 1993
Nuclear Machinist Mate
Army Hawk Missile Crew Member School 1991 — 1991
Honor Graduate
Ohio University 1991 — 1991
Marine Biology
Western Area Power Administration July 2014 - Present
Arizona Public Service (APS) July 2013 - July 2014
First Solar October 2012 - June 2013
Arizona Public Service (APS) October 2010 - September 2012
Arizona Public Service (APS) September 2005 - October 2010
Skills
Power Transmission, Dispatching, Outage Management, NERC, Compliance, Transmission Lines, High Voltage, Substation, Procedure Creation, Procedure Development, Solar PV, Solar Energy, Power System Operations, Protective Relays, Transformer, Circuit Breakers, Spanish, Management, Energy, Power Generation, SCADA, Smart Grid, Power Plants, Engineering, Power Systems, Electric Power
Education
University of Phoenix 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration, 3.78
APS Transmission Operator Dispatcher Training 2005 — 2008
Energy Control Center Supervisor, Bulk Electric System Operations
Governors State University 1999 — 2000
Chapman University 1998 — 2000
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Excelsior College 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
The George Washington University 1998 — 1999
Mathematics
University of the State of New York 1996 — 1998
Associate in Science, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Enlisted Naval Nuclear Power School 1992 — 1993
Nuclear Machinist Mate
Army Hawk Missile Crew Member School 1991 — 1991
Honor Graduate
Ohio University 1991 — 1991
Marine Biology
David Kroll's First Solar Experience November 2010 - Present
Job SharePoint Systems Analyst II at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar November 2010 - Present
First Solar May 2008 - November 2010
Skills
SharePoint, SharePoint Designer, Microsoft Office..., Windows Sharepoint..., K2.net 2003, k2 BlackPearl, InfoPath, Microsoft Office, iRise, K2, Microsoft SQL Server, Database Design, Active Directory, SSRS, .NET, IIS, JavaScript, Databases, jQuery, Powershell, Business Intelligence, Testing, Troubleshooting, CSS, Access, VB.NET, Visual Studio, Visio, C#
Education
Bowling Green State University 2006 — 2009
Bachelors of Science in Business Administration, Management Information Systems
Westminster College (PA) 2005 — 2006
Transferred, Computer Science
First Solar November 2010 - Present
First Solar May 2008 - November 2010
Skills
SharePoint, SharePoint Designer, Microsoft Office..., Windows Sharepoint..., K2.net 2003, k2 BlackPearl, InfoPath, Microsoft Office, iRise, K2, Microsoft SQL Server, Database Design, Active Directory, SSRS, .NET, IIS, JavaScript, Databases, jQuery, Powershell, Business Intelligence, Testing, Troubleshooting, CSS, Access, VB.NET, Visual Studio, Visio, C#
Education
Bowling Green State University 2006 — 2009
Bachelors of Science in Business Administration, Management Information Systems
Westminster College (PA) 2005 — 2006
Transferred, Computer Science
Jon Hawthorne Jon Hawthorne's First Solar Experience August 2013 - January 2015
Job Environmental Scientist and Specialist at New Mexico Environment Department
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
New Mexico Environment Department April 2015 - Present
First Solar August 2013 - January 2015
New Mexico State University January 2010 - August 2013
Natural Resources Conservation Service January 2008 - January 2010
Assaigai Analytical Laboratories April 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Environmental Compliance, Energy, Construction, Policy, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Environmental..., Sustainability, Environmental Awareness, Risk Assessment, Renewable Energy, Laboratory, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Environmental Auditing, GIS, Regulatory Compliance
Education
New Mexico State University 2005 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Soil Sciences, 3.7
Central New Mexico Community College 2001 — 2004
Associate's Degree, Environmental Safety and Health, 3.7
New Mexico Environment Department April 2015 - Present
First Solar August 2013 - January 2015
New Mexico State University January 2010 - August 2013
Natural Resources Conservation Service January 2008 - January 2010
Assaigai Analytical Laboratories April 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Environmental Compliance, Energy, Construction, Policy, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Environmental..., Sustainability, Environmental Awareness, Risk Assessment, Renewable Energy, Laboratory, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Environmental Auditing, GIS, Regulatory Compliance
Education
New Mexico State University 2005 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Soil Sciences, 3.7
Central New Mexico Community College 2001 — 2004
Associate's Degree, Environmental Safety and Health, 3.7
Mark Villani's First Solar Experience September 2006 - September 2012
Job Finance Professional
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Independent October 2012 - Present
First Solar September 2006 - September 2012
FormFactor Inc. July 2000 - September 2006
SkillSet Software, Inc. October 1998 - July 2000
KPMG September 1996 - October 1998
Crowe Horwath LLP August 1994 - September 1996
Skills
SEC reporting, Revenue Recognition, Financial Planning, Oracle Applications, Gross Margin, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, SEC filings, Strategic Financial..., Forecasting, Strategy, Managerial Finance, ERP, Enterprise Software, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., SAP, Management, Analysis, Risk Management, Finance, Leadership, Auditing, Strategic Planning, Project Planning, Accounting, Manufacturing, Financial Audits, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Process..., Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Integration, Financial Reporting, Organizational..., Internal Controls, Sarbanes-Oxley, SEC Filings
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2010 — 2011
MBA
Butler University 1991 — 1994
Bachelors of Science, Accounting
Villanova University 1990 — 1991
Accounting
Tremper High School 1987 — 1990
Independent October 2012 - Present
First Solar September 2006 - September 2012
FormFactor Inc. July 2000 - September 2006
SkillSet Software, Inc. October 1998 - July 2000
KPMG September 1996 - October 1998
Crowe Horwath LLP August 1994 - September 1996
Skills
SEC reporting, Revenue Recognition, Financial Planning, Oracle Applications, Gross Margin, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, SEC filings, Strategic Financial..., Forecasting, Strategy, Managerial Finance, ERP, Enterprise Software, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., SAP, Management, Analysis, Risk Management, Finance, Leadership, Auditing, Strategic Planning, Project Planning, Accounting, Manufacturing, Financial Audits, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Process..., Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Integration, Financial Reporting, Organizational..., Internal Controls, Sarbanes-Oxley, SEC Filings
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2010 — 2011
MBA
Butler University 1991 — 1994
Bachelors of Science, Accounting
Villanova University 1990 — 1991
Accounting
Tremper High School 1987 — 1990
Austin Quig-Hartman Austin Quig-Hartman's First Solar Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Senior Technical Manager, Business Development at First Solar
Industry Construction
Experience
First Solar August 2015 - Present
First Solar April 2014 - August 2015
SunPower Corporation December 2011 - April 2014
SunPower Corporation August 2007 - August 2009
SunPower Corporation June 2006 - August 2007
PowerLight June 2004 - June 2006
Skills
AutoCAD, Team Building, Documentation, Microsoft Office, Technical Writing, Quality Control, Solar Energy, Training, Renewable Energy, MS Project, Leadership, Management, Photovoltaics, Business Process..., Construction, Budgets, Sustainable Energy, Project Management, Proposal Writing, Construction Management, CAD, Strategy, Alternative Energy, Project Engineering, Water, Solar PV, Engineering, Project Planning, Energy Efficiency, Contract Management, Energy, Manufacturing, Procurement, EPC, Sustainability
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
BS, Mechanical Engineering
First Solar August 2015 - Present
First Solar April 2014 - August 2015
SunPower Corporation December 2011 - April 2014
SunPower Corporation August 2007 - August 2009
SunPower Corporation June 2006 - August 2007
PowerLight June 2004 - June 2006
Skills
AutoCAD, Team Building, Documentation, Microsoft Office, Technical Writing, Quality Control, Solar Energy, Training, Renewable Energy, MS Project, Leadership, Management, Photovoltaics, Business Process..., Construction, Budgets, Sustainable Energy, Project Management, Proposal Writing, Construction Management, CAD, Strategy, Alternative Energy, Project Engineering, Water, Solar PV, Engineering, Project Planning, Energy Efficiency, Contract Management, Energy, Manufacturing, Procurement, EPC, Sustainability
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Francisco Jorge Flores Francisco Jorge Flores's First Solar Experience October 2012 - November 2013
Job Truck Driver en Swift Transportation
Industry Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Experience
Swift Transportation June 2014 - Present
First Solar October 2012 - November 2013
Pyramid Construction April 2012 - August 2012
havens & sons trucking October 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Carga, Camión, Transporte, Transportista, Gestión de transportes, Logística, Envíos, Almacenamiento, Transporte de carga..., Mercancías peligrosas
Education
Imperial Valley College, Imperial, CA. 2014 — 2015
Certificate, Criminología
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Criminología
Universidad de Phoenix 2010 — 2011
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Criminal Justice/Police Science
Carlos Albizu University - Miami Campus 2003 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Psicología
Swift Transportation June 2014 - Present
First Solar October 2012 - November 2013
Pyramid Construction April 2012 - August 2012
havens & sons trucking October 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Carga, Camión, Transporte, Transportista, Gestión de transportes, Logística, Envíos, Almacenamiento, Transporte de carga..., Mercancías peligrosas
Education
Imperial Valley College, Imperial, CA. 2014 — 2015
Certificate, Criminología
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Criminología
Universidad de Phoenix 2010 — 2011
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Criminal Justice/Police Science
Carlos Albizu University - Miami Campus 2003 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Psicología
Jim Tyler Jim Tyler's First Solar Experience April 2009 - June 2013
Job EVP Project Operations
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
DEPCOM Power August 2013 - June 2015
First Solar April 2009 - June 2013
OptiSolar Technologies March 2007 - April 2009
ConQuip, Inc January 2005 - January 2007
March Plasma Systems March 2000 - February 2004
Skills
Budgets, Strategic Planning, Contract Management, EPC, Solar Energy, Contract Negotiation, New Business Development, Organizational..., Cross-functional Team..., Renewable Energy, Engineering, Project Management, Photovoltaics, Leadership, EPCM, Inventor, Business Development, Start-ups, Program Management, Research, Energy, Construction
Education
California State University-Chico 1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
East Nicolaus High School 1983 — 1987
DEPCOM Power August 2013 - June 2015
First Solar April 2009 - June 2013
OptiSolar Technologies March 2007 - April 2009
ConQuip, Inc January 2005 - January 2007
March Plasma Systems March 2000 - February 2004
Skills
Budgets, Strategic Planning, Contract Management, EPC, Solar Energy, Contract Negotiation, New Business Development, Organizational..., Cross-functional Team..., Renewable Energy, Engineering, Project Management, Photovoltaics, Leadership, EPCM, Inventor, Business Development, Start-ups, Program Management, Research, Energy, Construction
Education
California State University-Chico 1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
East Nicolaus High School 1983 — 1987
M. Joel Rogers M. Joel Rogers's First Solar Experience June 2012 - January 2013
Job Renewable Energy Expert
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Sempra U.S. Gas & Power January 2013 - Present
First Solar June 2012 - January 2013
Amonix Inc July 2011 - June 2012
Clipper Windpower January 2007 - July 2011
Equity Office Properties July 2005 - January 2007
United States Air Force November 2000 - June 2005
United Van Lines January 1995 - November 2000
Skills
Energy, Wind Turbines, Renewable Energy, Electricians, Commissioning, Power Generation, Operations Management, Preventive Maintenance, Electrical Safety, Process Improvement, Construction, EPC, High Voltage, Photovoltaics, Team Building, International Project..., Sustainable Energy, Engineering, Power Plants, Procurement, Troubleshooting, Energy Efficiency, Program Management, Leadership, Power Distribution, Procedure Development, Wind Power, Contract Negotiation, Strategy, Training, Energy Management, Root Cause Analysis, Construction Safety, Supervisory Skills, Analysis, Contract Management, Smart Grid, Solar Power, Facilities Management, Start-ups, Solar PV, SCADA, Electrical..., Power Systems, Six Sigma, Construction Management, Team Development, Wind, Solar Energy, Inspection
Education
Community College of the Air Force 1999 — 2005
Associate's Degree, Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology, 3.6
Clark College 1996 — 1998
Environmental Science, 4.0
Sempra U.S. Gas & Power January 2013 - Present
First Solar June 2012 - January 2013
Amonix Inc July 2011 - June 2012
Clipper Windpower January 2007 - July 2011
Equity Office Properties July 2005 - January 2007
United States Air Force November 2000 - June 2005
United Van Lines January 1995 - November 2000
Skills
Energy, Wind Turbines, Renewable Energy, Electricians, Commissioning, Power Generation, Operations Management, Preventive Maintenance, Electrical Safety, Process Improvement, Construction, EPC, High Voltage, Photovoltaics, Team Building, International Project..., Sustainable Energy, Engineering, Power Plants, Procurement, Troubleshooting, Energy Efficiency, Program Management, Leadership, Power Distribution, Procedure Development, Wind Power, Contract Negotiation, Strategy, Training, Energy Management, Root Cause Analysis, Construction Safety, Supervisory Skills, Analysis, Contract Management, Smart Grid, Solar Power, Facilities Management, Start-ups, Solar PV, SCADA, Electrical..., Power Systems, Six Sigma, Construction Management, Team Development, Wind, Solar Energy, Inspection
Education
Community College of the Air Force 1999 — 2005
Associate's Degree, Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology, 3.6
Clark College 1996 — 1998
Environmental Science, 4.0
Timothy Niederkorn Timothy Niederkorn's First Solar Experience 2002 - 2003
Job Environmental Specialist at University of Toledo
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of Toledo Occupational Safety and Environmental TechnicianThe University of Michigan2003 - 2007
First Solar 2002 - 2003
Skills
Higher Education, Project Management, Data Analysis
Education
Bowling Green State University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Environmental Policy and Analysis
Hocking College 1998 — 2000
Associate of Science (A.S.), Natural Resources/Conservation, General
University of Toledo Occupational Safety and Environmental TechnicianThe University of Michigan2003 - 2007
First Solar 2002 - 2003
Skills
Higher Education, Project Management, Data Analysis
Education
Bowling Green State University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Environmental Policy and Analysis
Hocking College 1998 — 2000
Associate of Science (A.S.), Natural Resources/Conservation, General
Carol O'Keefe, MBA Carol O'Keefe, MBA's First Solar Experience April 2008 - October 2009
Job Pharmaceuticals Professional
Industry Pharmaceuticals
Experience
Valeant Pharmaceuticals February 2014 - June 2014
Amarin Corporation December 2012 - August 2013
First Solar April 2008 - October 2009
Verizon Wireless April 2004 - April 2008
Verizon Wireless May 2001 - April 2004
Deloitte & Touche, LLP June 1997 - August 1999
Skills
PeopleSoft Financial, PeopleSoft nVision, PeopleSoft Query Manager, JDE Enterprise One, Oracle, Timberline Accounting, Microsoft Dynamics, Lawson General Ledger, QuickBooks, Prophix, Hyperion Enterprise, Business Objects, Visio, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Analysis, Auditing
Education
Centenary College 2004 — 2006
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Rider University 1994 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Valeant Pharmaceuticals February 2014 - June 2014
Amarin Corporation December 2012 - August 2013
First Solar April 2008 - October 2009
Verizon Wireless April 2004 - April 2008
Verizon Wireless May 2001 - April 2004
Deloitte & Touche, LLP June 1997 - August 1999
Skills
PeopleSoft Financial, PeopleSoft nVision, PeopleSoft Query Manager, JDE Enterprise One, Oracle, Timberline Accounting, Microsoft Dynamics, Lawson General Ledger, QuickBooks, Prophix, Hyperion Enterprise, Business Objects, Visio, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Analysis, Auditing
Education
Centenary College 2004 — 2006
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Rider University 1994 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Lamont Hawkins Lamont Hawkins's First Solar Experience March 2013 - 2014
Job Project Manager at Rosendin Electric
Industry Construction
Experience
Rosendin Electric August 2014 - Present
First Solar March 2013 - 2014
WorleyParsons February 2010 - 2013
Skills
High Voltage, Construction Management, Project Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Project Planning, Procurement, Power Generation, Energy, Contract Management, Construction, PMP, Renewable Energy, EPC, Electricians, Power Plants, Management, Project Engineering, Solar Energy, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Microsoft Project, Program Management, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Commissioning, Inspection, Wind, Project Estimation, Feasibility Studies, Construction Safety, Process Scheduler, Primavera P6, Proposal Writing, Contractors, Project Control, Business Development, Subcontracting, AutoCAD, Project Coordination, Power Distribution, Value Engineering, Photovoltaics, Cost Control, Factory, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Change Orders, Cost Engineering
Education
California state dominguez hills 2006 — 2009
Project Management, Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians
California State University-Fullerton 1999 — 2002
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Rosendin Electric August 2014 - Present
First Solar March 2013 - 2014
WorleyParsons February 2010 - 2013
Skills
High Voltage, Construction Management, Project Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Project Planning, Procurement, Power Generation, Energy, Contract Management, Construction, PMP, Renewable Energy, EPC, Electricians, Power Plants, Management, Project Engineering, Solar Energy, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Microsoft Project, Program Management, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Commissioning, Inspection, Wind, Project Estimation, Feasibility Studies, Construction Safety, Process Scheduler, Primavera P6, Proposal Writing, Contractors, Project Control, Business Development, Subcontracting, AutoCAD, Project Coordination, Power Distribution, Value Engineering, Photovoltaics, Cost Control, Factory, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Change Orders, Cost Engineering
Education
California state dominguez hills 2006 — 2009
Project Management, Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians
California State University-Fullerton 1999 — 2002
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Steven Mitchell, MBA Steven Mitchell, MBA's First Solar Experience March 2014 - Present
Job Global Commodity Manager at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar March 2014 - Present
First Solar September 2009 - Present
First Solar December 2006 - September 2009
New Era Ohio, LLC December 2005 - December 2006
Pet Supplies "Plus" 1998 - 2005
Skills
SAP ERP, MRP, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft Office, MFG-Pro, Raw Materials, Sourcing, Capital Equipment..., Microsoft Dynamics
Education
University of Toledo 2009 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Operations Management
Bowling Green State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), Dual Major: Purchasing and International Business
St. Petersburg University, St. Petersburg,Russia 2004 — 2004
Study Abroad Program: Russian Language and Literature
First Solar March 2014 - Present
First Solar September 2009 - Present
First Solar December 2006 - September 2009
New Era Ohio, LLC December 2005 - December 2006
Pet Supplies "Plus" 1998 - 2005
Skills
SAP ERP, MRP, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft Office, MFG-Pro, Raw Materials, Sourcing, Capital Equipment..., Microsoft Dynamics
Education
University of Toledo 2009 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Operations Management
Bowling Green State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), Dual Major: Purchasing and International Business
St. Petersburg University, St. Petersburg,Russia 2004 — 2004
Study Abroad Program: Russian Language and Literature
J Leon Wilde J Leon Wilde's First Solar Experience November 2014 - Present
Job Development Engineer at First Solar
Industry Oil & Energy
Experience
First Solar November 2014 - Present
First Solar June 2007 - Present
Skills
Characterization, R&D, Photovoltaics, Solar Energy, PVD, Thin Films, Design of Experiments, Solar Cells, JMP, Metrology, Materials Science, Research, Engineering, Failure Analysis, CVD, Vacuum, Nanotechnology, AFM, Physics, SPC, Semiconductors, Powder X-ray Diffraction, XPS, Process Integration, Problem Solving, Process Improvement, Solar, Vacuum Deposition, Vacuum Equipment
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2007
MS, Physics
University of Cincinnati 1999 — 2004
BS, Physics, Astrophysics
First Solar November 2014 - Present
First Solar June 2007 - Present
Skills
Characterization, R&D, Photovoltaics, Solar Energy, PVD, Thin Films, Design of Experiments, Solar Cells, JMP, Metrology, Materials Science, Research, Engineering, Failure Analysis, CVD, Vacuum, Nanotechnology, AFM, Physics, SPC, Semiconductors, Powder X-ray Diffraction, XPS, Process Integration, Problem Solving, Process Improvement, Solar, Vacuum Deposition, Vacuum Equipment
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2007
MS, Physics
University of Cincinnati 1999 — 2004
BS, Physics, Astrophysics
Joseph Conwell's First Solar Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Logistics Coordinator at First Solar
Industry Warehousing
Experience
First Solar June 2014 - Present
Integrated Supply Network (ISN) 2006 - 2011
US Army September 1982 - February 1993
Skills
Warehousing, Career Counseling, Logistics, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Business Operations, Customer Support, Inside Sales, Supervision, Career Development, Mentoring, Supply Chain Management, Training, Operations Management, Leadership, Reverse Logistics, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Management, Microsoft Office, Human Resources, Process Improvement, Team Building
Education
Brandman University, Part of the Chapman University System 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration / Organizational Leadership, 3.4
West Hills College Lemoore 2001 — 2011
Associate's Degree, Business Administration
First Solar June 2014 - Present
Integrated Supply Network (ISN) 2006 - 2011
US Army September 1982 - February 1993
Skills
Warehousing, Career Counseling, Logistics, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Business Operations, Customer Support, Inside Sales, Supervision, Career Development, Mentoring, Supply Chain Management, Training, Operations Management, Leadership, Reverse Logistics, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Management, Microsoft Office, Human Resources, Process Improvement, Team Building
Education
Brandman University, Part of the Chapman University System 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration / Organizational Leadership, 3.4
West Hills College Lemoore 2001 — 2011
Associate's Degree, Business Administration
Bryan Geha Bryan Geha's First Solar Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Senior Global Commodity Manager at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar January 2015 - Present
First Solar November 2012 - December 2014
First Solar November 2010 - October 2012
First Solar May 2010 - October 2011
First Solar 2008 - April 2009
Linde Gas January 2006 - January 2008
Linde Gas January 2004 - December 2005
Skills
Negotiation, Strategic Sourcing, Global Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Management, Supplier Development, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Continuous Improvement
Education
Case Western Reserve University - Weatherhead School of Management 2005 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Bowling Green State University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Supply Chain Management
First Solar January 2015 - Present
First Solar November 2012 - December 2014
First Solar November 2010 - October 2012
First Solar May 2010 - October 2011
First Solar 2008 - April 2009
Linde Gas January 2006 - January 2008
Linde Gas January 2004 - December 2005
Skills
Negotiation, Strategic Sourcing, Global Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Management, Supplier Development, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Continuous Improvement
Education
Case Western Reserve University - Weatherhead School of Management 2005 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Bowling Green State University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Supply Chain Management
Emily Ronski's First Solar Experience April 2015 - Present
Job Organizational Development Intern at First Solar
Industry Human Resources
Experience
First Solar April 2015 - Present
Bowling Green State University August 2013 - Present
Croghan Colonial Bank May 2012 - August 2014
Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home September 2008 - May 2012
Skills
Teamwork, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Research, Social Media, Public Speaking, Project Management, Human Resources, Communication, Event Planning, Social Networking
Education
Bowling Green State University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Terra State Community College 2010 — 2012
Pre Business Transfer Module
First Solar April 2015 - Present
Bowling Green State University August 2013 - Present
Croghan Colonial Bank May 2012 - August 2014
Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home September 2008 - May 2012
Skills
Teamwork, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Research, Social Media, Public Speaking, Project Management, Human Resources, Communication, Event Planning, Social Networking
Education
Bowling Green State University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Terra State Community College 2010 — 2012
Pre Business Transfer Module
David Spieldenner David Spieldenner's First Solar Experience January 2012 - Present
Job Global Manager of Power Plant Systems at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar January 2012 - Present
First Solar July 2006 - December 2011
Dana Corporation 2002 - 2006
Procter & Gamble May 1998 - May 2001
Skills
Process Improvement, Project Management, Theory of Constraints, SAP, Continuous Improvement, SharePoint, Process Engineering, Program Management, Business Process..., Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Business Process, Change Management, MS Project, Visio, ERP, Business Analysis, Project Portfolio..., Maximo, Microsoft SQL Server, SSRS, Planview Enterprise, Procurement, Analysis, Vendor Management, CRM, Start-ups, Leadership, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy, Team Leadership, Six Sigma, Solar Energy, Quality Management, Alternative Energy, Energy, Software Documentation, Process Simulation, Design of Experiments, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Engineering Management, SPC, Power Plants, Microsoft Project
Education
Bowling Green State University 2002 — 2005
EMBA, Business Administration
Bowling Green State University 1994 — 1998
BSBA, Management Information Systems
First Solar January 2012 - Present
First Solar July 2006 - December 2011
Dana Corporation 2002 - 2006
Procter & Gamble May 1998 - May 2001
Skills
Process Improvement, Project Management, Theory of Constraints, SAP, Continuous Improvement, SharePoint, Process Engineering, Program Management, Business Process..., Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Business Process, Change Management, MS Project, Visio, ERP, Business Analysis, Project Portfolio..., Maximo, Microsoft SQL Server, SSRS, Planview Enterprise, Procurement, Analysis, Vendor Management, CRM, Start-ups, Leadership, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy, Team Leadership, Six Sigma, Solar Energy, Quality Management, Alternative Energy, Energy, Software Documentation, Process Simulation, Design of Experiments, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Engineering Management, SPC, Power Plants, Microsoft Project
Education
Bowling Green State University 2002 — 2005
EMBA, Business Administration
Bowling Green State University 1994 — 1998
BSBA, Management Information Systems
Dawn E. Campbell Dawn E. Campbell's First Solar Experience April 2015 - Present
Job Administrative Assistant ~ First Solar
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
First Solar April 2015 - Present
Credit Consulting Services Inc. March 2008 - April 2015
Tristar Home Loan Services May 2002 - May 2010
Santa Cruz Mortgage 2000 - 2002
Noahs Bagels 1998 - 2000
Erik's Deli Cafe 1983 - 2000
Skills
Sales, Financial Analysis, Organizational..., New Business Development, Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Small Business, Sales Management, Process Improvement, Marketing Strategy, Training, Marketing, Budgets, Management, Project Management, Leadership, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Mortgage Lending, Recruiting, Fundraising, Analysis, Call Centers, Nonprofits, Strategy, Event Management, Management Consulting, Selling, Change Management, Event Planning, Salesforce.com, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Insurance, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Customer Service
Education
Oakland Community College 1982 — 1983
Sociology
Aptos High School
Cabrillo College
Real Estate general ed
First Solar April 2015 - Present
Credit Consulting Services Inc. March 2008 - April 2015
Tristar Home Loan Services May 2002 - May 2010
Santa Cruz Mortgage 2000 - 2002
Noahs Bagels 1998 - 2000
Erik's Deli Cafe 1983 - 2000
Skills
Sales, Financial Analysis, Organizational..., New Business Development, Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Small Business, Sales Management, Process Improvement, Marketing Strategy, Training, Marketing, Budgets, Management, Project Management, Leadership, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Mortgage Lending, Recruiting, Fundraising, Analysis, Call Centers, Nonprofits, Strategy, Event Management, Management Consulting, Selling, Change Management, Event Planning, Salesforce.com, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Insurance, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Customer Service
Education
Oakland Community College 1982 — 1983
Sociology
Aptos High School
Cabrillo College
Real Estate general ed
Rob Cornell CMQ, CQE, CQA, CQI, CESCO, SSBB Rob Cornell CMQ, CQE, CQA, CQI, CESCO, SSBB's First Solar Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Sr Manager EPC Quality at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar March 2015 - Present
Manufacturing Quality Maintenance Consulting LLC September 1997 - Present
Pure Wafer Inc June 2010 - February 2015
DRS Technologies, Inc. April 2009 - May 2010
Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc. May 2007 - March 2009
DRS Technologies, Inc. October 2005 - March 2009
Honeywell Aerospace August 2004 - October 2005
E.R. Wagner Manufacturing Company October 2000 - August 2004
PACCAR April 1999 - October 2000
Johnston Metal Industries April 1998 - April 1999
Skills
Six Sigma, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, SPC, Manufacturing, Quality System, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Iso 9000, Quality Assurance, ISO, Program Management, Quality Control, DMAIC, Supplier Quality, Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, Toyota Production System, ISO 14001, Operational Excellence, TS16949, Quality Auditing, TQM, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Testing, Engineering Management, Process Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing..., Design of Experiments, Kaizen, Inspection, APQP, PPAP, Aerospace, FMEA, Supply Chain, 5S, AS9100, Minitab, Manufacturing Operations, ISO 9001, Black Belt, Automotive
Education
Charter Oak State College 1974 — 1980
Bachelor's Degree, Applied Science & Technology
University of Hartford 1970 — 1974
Bachelor's Degree, Engineering (Mechanical/Environmental)
First Solar March 2015 - Present
Manufacturing Quality Maintenance Consulting LLC September 1997 - Present
Pure Wafer Inc June 2010 - February 2015
DRS Technologies, Inc. April 2009 - May 2010
Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc. May 2007 - March 2009
DRS Technologies, Inc. October 2005 - March 2009
Honeywell Aerospace August 2004 - October 2005
E.R. Wagner Manufacturing Company October 2000 - August 2004
PACCAR April 1999 - October 2000
Johnston Metal Industries April 1998 - April 1999
Skills
Six Sigma, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, SPC, Manufacturing, Quality System, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Iso 9000, Quality Assurance, ISO, Program Management, Quality Control, DMAIC, Supplier Quality, Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, Toyota Production System, ISO 14001, Operational Excellence, TS16949, Quality Auditing, TQM, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Testing, Engineering Management, Process Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing..., Design of Experiments, Kaizen, Inspection, APQP, PPAP, Aerospace, FMEA, Supply Chain, 5S, AS9100, Minitab, Manufacturing Operations, ISO 9001, Black Belt, Automotive
Education
Charter Oak State College 1974 — 1980
Bachelor's Degree, Applied Science & Technology
University of Hartford 1970 — 1974
Bachelor's Degree, Engineering (Mechanical/Environmental)
Amanda Langjahr's First Solar Experience March 2008 - July 2009
Job Interim Operations & Facilities Office Manager TEMP NICE Actimize
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
NICE Actimize July 2015 - Present
Juice Plus+ June 2010 - Present
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) April 2012 - November 2014
K.L. Designs July 2003 - July 2013
First Solar March 2008 - July 2009
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) January 2006 - December 2006
Lehman Brothers December 2003 - January 2006
Swiss Re 2001 - 2003
BioPharma Investments January 2000 - May 2001
Mount Sinai Medical Center June 1987 - October 1999
Skills
Leadership, Management, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Policy, Team Leadership, Negotiation, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Event Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Spanish, Procurement, PowerPoint, Presentations, Executive Calendar..., Office Management, Relocation, Cost Management, Operational Efficiency, Time Management, Build Outs, Team Building, Training
Education
Capella University 2000 — 2017
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Public Service Leadership, specialization in Executive Management of NonProfit Agencies
Capella University 2000 — 2004
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration
Kean University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor's Degree, English minor Biology
County College of Morris
Associate's Degree, Psychology and Liberal Arts
NICE Actimize July 2015 - Present
Juice Plus+ June 2010 - Present
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) April 2012 - November 2014
K.L. Designs July 2003 - July 2013
First Solar March 2008 - July 2009
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) January 2006 - December 2006
Lehman Brothers December 2003 - January 2006
Swiss Re 2001 - 2003
BioPharma Investments January 2000 - May 2001
Mount Sinai Medical Center June 1987 - October 1999
Skills
Leadership, Management, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Policy, Team Leadership, Negotiation, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Event Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Spanish, Procurement, PowerPoint, Presentations, Executive Calendar..., Office Management, Relocation, Cost Management, Operational Efficiency, Time Management, Build Outs, Team Building, Training
Education
Capella University 2000 — 2017
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Public Service Leadership, specialization in Executive Management of NonProfit Agencies
Capella University 2000 — 2004
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration
Kean University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor's Degree, English minor Biology
County College of Morris
Associate's Degree, Psychology and Liberal Arts
Paresh Kakrecha Paresh Kakrecha's First Solar Experience March 2009 - Present
Job SAP Supply Chain Analyst
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
First Solar March 2009 - Present
First Solar 2009 - 2013
Wipro Technologies August 2004 - March 2009
Cisco Systems April 2000 - August 2004
TCS 1996 - 2000
Skills
SAP, Unix, EDI, Perl, SAP R/3, Shell Scripting, Systems Analysis, SAP Basis, Gentran, Gentran Integration..., Gentran Integration..., SAP Netweaver, SAP Portal, ECC, SD, IDOC, SAP Implementation, Customer Engagement, Project Management, SAP SRM, SAP BW, SAP XI, ERP, Master Data Management, SAP BI, SDLC, SAP ERP, Management, Integration
Education
Bowling Green State University 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), MBA
Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur 1994 — 1996
MTech, Machine Design
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering
First Solar March 2009 - Present
First Solar 2009 - 2013
Wipro Technologies August 2004 - March 2009
Cisco Systems April 2000 - August 2004
TCS 1996 - 2000
Skills
SAP, Unix, EDI, Perl, SAP R/3, Shell Scripting, Systems Analysis, SAP Basis, Gentran, Gentran Integration..., Gentran Integration..., SAP Netweaver, SAP Portal, ECC, SD, IDOC, SAP Implementation, Customer Engagement, Project Management, SAP SRM, SAP BW, SAP XI, ERP, Master Data Management, SAP BI, SDLC, SAP ERP, Management, Integration
Education
Bowling Green State University 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), MBA
Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur 1994 — 1996
MTech, Machine Design
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering
Vincent Marsh's First Solar Experience May 2011 - August 2013
Job Sr Network Specialist at Phacil
Industry Computer Networking
Experience
Phacil August 2013 - Present
First Solar May 2011 - August 2013
eInstruction Corp. June 2009 - May 2011
Intuit 2008 - 2009
Verizon Wireless 2004 - 2007
Skills
Troubleshooting, Cisco Nexus, Networking, Data Center, DHCP, Routing, Routers, Active Directory, Firewalls, TCP/IP, Integration, Technical Support, Telecommunications, Windows Server, Operating Systems, Leadership, Network Security, Security, System Administration, Virtualization, IT Management, Vendor Management, Switches, Disaster Recovery, IT Operations, Cloud Computing, Cisco IOS
Education
American River Community College
Chandler/Gilbert Community College
Phacil August 2013 - Present
First Solar May 2011 - August 2013
eInstruction Corp. June 2009 - May 2011
Intuit 2008 - 2009
Verizon Wireless 2004 - 2007
Skills
Troubleshooting, Cisco Nexus, Networking, Data Center, DHCP, Routing, Routers, Active Directory, Firewalls, TCP/IP, Integration, Technical Support, Telecommunications, Windows Server, Operating Systems, Leadership, Network Security, Security, System Administration, Virtualization, IT Management, Vendor Management, Switches, Disaster Recovery, IT Operations, Cloud Computing, Cisco IOS
Education
American River Community College
Chandler/Gilbert Community College
Adam Wisniewski Adam Wisniewski's First Solar Experience June 2011 - August 2012
Job Manufacturing Execution Systems Analyst Intern at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar June 2011 - August 2012
The Case Western Reserve Observer August 2009 - December 2010
PolyOne June 2010 - August 2010
Case Western Reserve University Office of Graduate Studies October 2007 - May 2010
Codonics January 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Programming, Systems Analysis, Photography, Windows, HTML, Python, Microsoft Office, Java, C#, C++, JavaScript, SQL, C, CSS, Matlab, Microsoft Excel, Linux, Photoshop
Education
Case Western Reserve University 2006 — 2011
BS, Computer Science
First Solar June 2011 - August 2012
The Case Western Reserve Observer August 2009 - December 2010
PolyOne June 2010 - August 2010
Case Western Reserve University Office of Graduate Studies October 2007 - May 2010
Codonics January 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Programming, Systems Analysis, Photography, Windows, HTML, Python, Microsoft Office, Java, C#, C++, JavaScript, SQL, C, CSS, Matlab, Microsoft Excel, Linux, Photoshop
Education
Case Western Reserve University 2006 — 2011
BS, Computer Science
Amanda Beck Amanda Beck's First Solar Experience April 2009 - July 2014
Job Senior Project Manager Project Development at SMUD
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
SMUD July 2014 - Present
First Solar April 2009 - July 2014
Optisolar, Inc November 2008 - April 2009
Bay Area Rapid Transit May 2008 - November 2008
ENSR February 2004 - May 2008
Shaw Environmental, Inc. August 2003 - January 2004
Skills
Environmental..., Solar Energy, Environmental Awareness, Renewable Energy, Energy, Project Manageme, Electric Utility, Analysis, Business Development, Construction, Construction Management, Due Diligence, EHS, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Consulting, Energy Policy, NEPA, Photovoltaics, Project Management, Project Planning, Sustainability, Water, Sustainable Energy, Wind, Alternative Energy, Environmental Compliance
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biochemistry
Delta High School 1991 — 1995
SMUD July 2014 - Present
First Solar April 2009 - July 2014
Optisolar, Inc November 2008 - April 2009
Bay Area Rapid Transit May 2008 - November 2008
ENSR February 2004 - May 2008
Shaw Environmental, Inc. August 2003 - January 2004
Skills
Environmental..., Solar Energy, Environmental Awareness, Renewable Energy, Energy, Project Manageme, Electric Utility, Analysis, Business Development, Construction, Construction Management, Due Diligence, EHS, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Consulting, Energy Policy, NEPA, Photovoltaics, Project Management, Project Planning, Sustainability, Water, Sustainable Energy, Wind, Alternative Energy, Environmental Compliance
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biochemistry
Delta High School 1991 — 1995
Ted Rogers, CIH CSP Ted Rogers, CIH CSP's First Solar Experience July 2011 - May 2013
Job H&S Manager EP Americas at Johns Manville
Industry Glass, Ceramics & Concrete
Experience
Johns Manville July 2013 - Present
First Solar July 2011 - May 2013
Pilkington December 2008 - July 2011
The Coca-Cola Company December 2003 - December 2008
Charter Steel April 1998 - December 2003
Owens Corning October 1994 - April 1998
Rust Remedial Services May 1993 - October 1994
Skills
EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Compliance, Risk Assessment, Renewable Energy, Root Cause Analysis, Photovoltaics, Lean Manufacturing, Emergency Management, Six Sigma, Solar Energy, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Process Improvement, Risk Management, JMP, Auditing, Integrated..., Safety Management..., Industrial Safety, Hazardous Waste..., Ergonomics, ISO 14001
Education
University of Toledo 2003 — 2015
Masters of Science in Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene
Bowling Green State University 1987 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health
Johns Manville July 2013 - Present
First Solar July 2011 - May 2013
Pilkington December 2008 - July 2011
The Coca-Cola Company December 2003 - December 2008
Charter Steel April 1998 - December 2003
Owens Corning October 1994 - April 1998
Rust Remedial Services May 1993 - October 1994
Skills
EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Compliance, Risk Assessment, Renewable Energy, Root Cause Analysis, Photovoltaics, Lean Manufacturing, Emergency Management, Six Sigma, Solar Energy, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Process Improvement, Risk Management, JMP, Auditing, Integrated..., Safety Management..., Industrial Safety, Hazardous Waste..., Ergonomics, ISO 14001
Education
University of Toledo 2003 — 2015
Masters of Science in Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene
Bowling Green State University 1987 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Health
Alex Kogan's First Solar Experience March 2013 - August 2013
Job Project Engineer at Inteva Products
Industry Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Experience
Inteva Products April 2014 - Present
General Motors (contract) August 2013 - April 2014
First Solar March 2013 - August 2013
TRW January 2012 - August 2012
Freudenberg-NOK May 2011 - August 2011
Ferro Corporation June 2010 - August 2010
McDermott Will & Emery July 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Finite Element Analysis, Porcelain Enamel..., Russian, Matlab, Process Improvement, Analysis, Testing, Management, Solidworks, Engineering, Minitab, CAD, Automotive, Failure Analysis, R&D, SolidWorks, Mechanical Engineering
Education
University of Michigan 2010 — 2012
B.S., Materials Science and Engineering
Case Western Reserve University 2008 — 2010
N/A, Materials Science
Inteva Products April 2014 - Present
General Motors (contract) August 2013 - April 2014
First Solar March 2013 - August 2013
TRW January 2012 - August 2012
Freudenberg-NOK May 2011 - August 2011
Ferro Corporation June 2010 - August 2010
McDermott Will & Emery July 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Finite Element Analysis, Porcelain Enamel..., Russian, Matlab, Process Improvement, Analysis, Testing, Management, Solidworks, Engineering, Minitab, CAD, Automotive, Failure Analysis, R&D, SolidWorks, Mechanical Engineering
Education
University of Michigan 2010 — 2012
B.S., Materials Science and Engineering
Case Western Reserve University 2008 — 2010
N/A, Materials Science
Jeremy Theil Jeremy Theil's First Solar Experience 2010 - 2014
Job Materials Development
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
QuantumScape 2014 - 2015
First Solar 2010 - 2014
San Jose State University 2012 - 2012
Alta Devices 2009 - 2010
Optisolar 2007 - 2009
Lumileds Lighting February 2005 - December 2007
Philips Lumileds Lighting Company 2005 - 2007
Agilent Technologies 2000 - 2005
Hewlett-Packard Company 1995 - 2000
Skills
PECVD, Thin Films, Project Management, CIGS, Photovoltaics, Solar Cells, a-Si:H, Functional Management, CdTe, Thin Film Solar, Process Integration, CMOS, Image Sensors, Semiconductors, Compound Semiconductors, Process Developmnent, Materials Science, Reactive Sputtering, Mass Spectrometry, Infrared Spectroscopy, Silicon, Nanotechnology, Failure Analysis, JMP, PVD, Solar Energy, IC, Vacuum, Renewable Energy, MEMS, R, CVD, Sputtering, Process Engineering, Sensors, Integration, Manufacturing, Product Development, Characterization
Education
PhD, MS, BS Materials Science & Engineering
North Carolina State University
Ph.D.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
M.S.
Carnegie Mellon University
B.S.
QuantumScape 2014 - 2015
First Solar 2010 - 2014
San Jose State University 2012 - 2012
Alta Devices 2009 - 2010
Optisolar 2007 - 2009
Lumileds Lighting February 2005 - December 2007
Philips Lumileds Lighting Company 2005 - 2007
Agilent Technologies 2000 - 2005
Hewlett-Packard Company 1995 - 2000
Skills
PECVD, Thin Films, Project Management, CIGS, Photovoltaics, Solar Cells, a-Si:H, Functional Management, CdTe, Thin Film Solar, Process Integration, CMOS, Image Sensors, Semiconductors, Compound Semiconductors, Process Developmnent, Materials Science, Reactive Sputtering, Mass Spectrometry, Infrared Spectroscopy, Silicon, Nanotechnology, Failure Analysis, JMP, PVD, Solar Energy, IC, Vacuum, Renewable Energy, MEMS, R, CVD, Sputtering, Process Engineering, Sensors, Integration, Manufacturing, Product Development, Characterization
Education
PhD, MS, BS Materials Science & Engineering
North Carolina State University
Ph.D.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
M.S.
Carnegie Mellon University
B.S.
Rich Hossfeld Rich Hossfeld's First Solar Experience April 2010 - October 2010
Job Partner at True North Venture Partners
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
True North Venture Partners June 2015 - Present
True North Venture Partners September 2013 - May 2015
MiaSole February 2012 - August 2013
Fluidic Energy October 2010 - February 2012
First Solar April 2010 - October 2010
First Solar September 2007 - March 2010
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP October 2004 - August 2007
Skills
Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Start-ups, Business Development, Cleantech, Venture Capital, Due Diligence, Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Energy, Photovoltaics, Joint Ventures, Marketing Strategy, Private Equity, Entrepreneurship
Education
Claremont McKenna College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics and Government
Duke Law School
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
True North Venture Partners June 2015 - Present
True North Venture Partners September 2013 - May 2015
MiaSole February 2012 - August 2013
Fluidic Energy October 2010 - February 2012
First Solar April 2010 - October 2010
First Solar September 2007 - March 2010
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP October 2004 - August 2007
Skills
Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Start-ups, Business Development, Cleantech, Venture Capital, Due Diligence, Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Energy, Photovoltaics, Joint Ventures, Marketing Strategy, Private Equity, Entrepreneurship
Education
Claremont McKenna College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics and Government
Duke Law School
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Elizabeth C. Girardi Schoen Elizabeth C. Girardi Schoen's First Solar Experience December 2010 - January 2013
Job Vice President Global Environment and Sustainability at Teva Pharmaceuticals
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Teva Pharmaceuticals October 2013 - Present
Self Employed January 2013 - October 2013
The Conference Board December 2012 - March 2013
First Solar December 2010 - January 2013
Pfizer 2005 - June 2008
Pfizer 1998 - June 2005
Pfizer 1989 - 1998
Pfizer 1987 - 1989
Pfizer 1982 - 1987
Skills
Strategic Planning, Climate Change, Life Cycle Assessment, Negotiation, Water, Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental..., Environmental Compliance, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issues, Safety Management..., Industrial Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Renewable Energy, Renewable Resources, Socially Responsible..., supply chain..., responsible packaging, Operational Due..., Acquisitions, Divestitures, Operations Management, GMP, ISO 14001, OSHAS 18001, ISO 26000, Talent Developer, Leadership Development, Sustainable Development, Safety Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement, EHS, Environmental Impact..., Leadership, Environmental Awareness, Product Stewardship, Waste Management, Energy Management, Corporate Social..., Environmental Auditing, Strategy, Sustainable Business
Education
Manhattan College 1984 — 1988
Master, Chemical Engineering
City University of New York City College 1978 — 1982
Bachelor Engineering, Chemical Engineering
Stuyvesant High School 1974 — 1978
Teva Pharmaceuticals October 2013 - Present
Self Employed January 2013 - October 2013
The Conference Board December 2012 - March 2013
First Solar December 2010 - January 2013
Pfizer 2005 - June 2008
Pfizer 1998 - June 2005
Pfizer 1989 - 1998
Pfizer 1987 - 1989
Pfizer 1982 - 1987
Skills
Strategic Planning, Climate Change, Life Cycle Assessment, Negotiation, Water, Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental..., Environmental Compliance, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issues, Safety Management..., Industrial Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Renewable Energy, Renewable Resources, Socially Responsible..., supply chain..., responsible packaging, Operational Due..., Acquisitions, Divestitures, Operations Management, GMP, ISO 14001, OSHAS 18001, ISO 26000, Talent Developer, Leadership Development, Sustainable Development, Safety Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement, EHS, Environmental Impact..., Leadership, Environmental Awareness, Product Stewardship, Waste Management, Energy Management, Corporate Social..., Environmental Auditing, Strategy, Sustainable Business
Education
Manhattan College 1984 — 1988
Master, Chemical Engineering
City University of New York City College 1978 — 1982
Bachelor Engineering, Chemical Engineering
Stuyvesant High School 1974 — 1978
Joe Maranzino Joe Maranzino's First Solar Experience October 2009 - August 2011
Job Cad Design Administrator
Industry Design
Experience
Envar Services October 2011 - Present
First Solar October 2009 - August 2011
Ambitech Engineering August 2008 - April 2009
CH2M HILL February 2003 - August 2008
Parsons I & T October 2000 - February 2003
Lookwood-Greene June 1995 - October 2000
HR International June 1974 - June 1995
Skills
AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, CAD, Instrumentation, Microstation, Engineering, Construction, P&ID, Project Engineering, Piping, Software Documentation, Sheet Set Managment, Menu Customization, AutoCAD Training, Data Extractions, Electrical Design, Organization, EPC, Engineering Design, Modeling, MS Project, Power Plants, Inventor, Electricians, Construction Management, Petrochemical, Commissioning, Project Control, Electrical Engineering, Refinery, Civil Engineering, Engineers, Energy, BIM, PDS, HVAC, Engineering Management, Navisworks, Power Distribution, Plant Design, Bentley Microstation, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Process Engineering, 3D Modeling, Land Development, Contract Management, Solar Energy, PLC, Photovoltaics
Education
City University of New York City College 1972 — 1974
Associate's degree, Architecture
Envar Services October 2011 - Present
First Solar October 2009 - August 2011
Ambitech Engineering August 2008 - April 2009
CH2M HILL February 2003 - August 2008
Parsons I & T October 2000 - February 2003
Lookwood-Greene June 1995 - October 2000
HR International June 1974 - June 1995
Skills
AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, CAD, Instrumentation, Microstation, Engineering, Construction, P&ID, Project Engineering, Piping, Software Documentation, Sheet Set Managment, Menu Customization, AutoCAD Training, Data Extractions, Electrical Design, Organization, EPC, Engineering Design, Modeling, MS Project, Power Plants, Inventor, Electricians, Construction Management, Petrochemical, Commissioning, Project Control, Electrical Engineering, Refinery, Civil Engineering, Engineers, Energy, BIM, PDS, HVAC, Engineering Management, Navisworks, Power Distribution, Plant Design, Bentley Microstation, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Process Engineering, 3D Modeling, Land Development, Contract Management, Solar Energy, PLC, Photovoltaics
Education
City University of New York City College 1972 — 1974
Associate's degree, Architecture
Kelly Bollin Kelly Bollin's First Solar Experience April 2010 - Present
Job Customer Service Rep 2 at First Solar, Inc.
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar April 2010 - Present
Libbey Inc. October 2005 - March 2010
Lane Hospitality May 1997 - October 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Team Building, Sales, Process Improvement, Training, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Customer Satisfaction, Cross-functional Team..., Time Management, Leadership
Education
Central Michigan University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Hospitality Management
First Solar April 2010 - Present
Libbey Inc. October 2005 - March 2010
Lane Hospitality May 1997 - October 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Team Building, Sales, Process Improvement, Training, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Customer Satisfaction, Cross-functional Team..., Time Management, Leadership
Education
Central Michigan University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Hospitality Management
Brian Barnett Brian Barnett's First Solar Experience July 2011 - January 2013
Job Solutions Architect at Bright Point Consulting
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Bright Point Consulting August 2014 - Present
Sprouts Farmers Market January 2013 - August 2014
First Solar July 2011 - January 2013
First Solar March 2010 - August 2011
UBS Investment Bank June 2008 - May 2009
Deutsche Bank Securities Inc June 2008 - August 2008
Intermountain Healthcare January 2006 - August 2006
CACI International/American Management Systems September 2004 - January 2005
CACI International/American Management Systems September 2002 - September 2004
Skills
Financial Analysis, Decision Support, Currency, Databases, Revenue Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Consulting, Portfolio Management, Analysis, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Accounting, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Investments, Training
Education
Brigham Young University 2006 — 2008
Master of Business Administration, Finance 2008
Brigham Young University 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems 2002
Bright Point Consulting August 2014 - Present
Sprouts Farmers Market January 2013 - August 2014
First Solar July 2011 - January 2013
First Solar March 2010 - August 2011
UBS Investment Bank June 2008 - May 2009
Deutsche Bank Securities Inc June 2008 - August 2008
Intermountain Healthcare January 2006 - August 2006
CACI International/American Management Systems September 2004 - January 2005
CACI International/American Management Systems September 2002 - September 2004
Skills
Financial Analysis, Decision Support, Currency, Databases, Revenue Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Consulting, Portfolio Management, Analysis, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Accounting, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Investments, Training
Education
Brigham Young University 2006 — 2008
Master of Business Administration, Finance 2008
Brigham Young University 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems 2002
Mark Koth Mark Koth's First Solar Experience May 2011 - February 2012
Job Engineering/Equipment Technician
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Advantage Technical Resourcing June 2012 - January 2013
Silicor Materials Inc March 2012 - April 2012
First Solar May 2011 - February 2012
Calisolar Corporation April 2010 - May 2011
Intel January 2004 - July 2009
Intel January 1993 - January 2003
SCP Global Technology July 1990 - November 1993
Skills
Electrical, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Operating Systems, PLC based systems, Microsoft Word, PLC, Electricians, Microsoft Excel, Manufacturing, Troubleshooting, Automation, Process Improvement, Electronics, SPC, Semiconductors, Hardware, Failure Analysis, Design of Experiments
Education
California State University-Hayward
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Chabot College
AA, Electronics Technology
Advantage Technical Resourcing June 2012 - January 2013
Silicor Materials Inc March 2012 - April 2012
First Solar May 2011 - February 2012
Calisolar Corporation April 2010 - May 2011
Intel January 2004 - July 2009
Intel January 1993 - January 2003
SCP Global Technology July 1990 - November 1993
Skills
Electrical, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Operating Systems, PLC based systems, Microsoft Word, PLC, Electricians, Microsoft Excel, Manufacturing, Troubleshooting, Automation, Process Improvement, Electronics, SPC, Semiconductors, Hardware, Failure Analysis, Design of Experiments
Education
California State University-Hayward
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Chabot College
AA, Electronics Technology
Reginald Hodges's First Solar Experience October 2009 - December 2013
Job Sr. Project Manager, PV Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
ABM July 2015 - Present
California Polytechnic State University January 2014 - June 2015
First Solar October 2009 - December 2013
US Navy April 2009 - September 2009
Oxy October 2008 - March 2009
PCM3 Inc January 2006 - September 2008
Accredited Home Lenders March 2005 - January 2006
US Navy January 2001 - October 2004
Johnson & Johnson June 2000 - August 2000
US Navy February 1994 - February 1998
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Project Management, Leadership, Construction Management, Solar PV, Matlab
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2014 — 2015
Master's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Naval Civil Engineer Corps Officers School 2001 — 2002
University of North Florida 1998 — 2000
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Navy Electronic Technician A and C Schools 1994 — 1996
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
ABM July 2015 - Present
California Polytechnic State University January 2014 - June 2015
First Solar October 2009 - December 2013
US Navy April 2009 - September 2009
Oxy October 2008 - March 2009
PCM3 Inc January 2006 - September 2008
Accredited Home Lenders March 2005 - January 2006
US Navy January 2001 - October 2004
Johnson & Johnson June 2000 - August 2000
US Navy February 1994 - February 1998
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Project Management, Leadership, Construction Management, Solar PV, Matlab
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2014 — 2015
Master's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Naval Civil Engineer Corps Officers School 2001 — 2002
University of North Florida 1998 — 2000
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Navy Electronic Technician A and C Schools 1994 — 1996
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
Josiah Johnson Josiah Johnson's First Solar Experience July 2012 - May 2013
Job Rental Office Coordinator at Schmidt Rental and Lease
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Schmidt Rental and Lease April 2015 - Present
Josiah Johnson Studios 2009 - Present
Ed Schmidt Auto, Inc. March 2014 - April 2015
Family Video May 2013 - July 2013
First Solar July 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Access, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Digital Marketing, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, Graphic Design, Music Production, Databases, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere, TSD Rental, Garageband, Pro Tools, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Music Theory, Orchestral Music, Social Media
Education
Bowling Green State University 2014 — 2018
Business Marketing, 3.71
Winona State University 2012 — 2013
Business Marketing
Bowling Green State University 2011 — 2012
Post-Secondary Option, Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Schmidt Rental and Lease April 2015 - Present
Josiah Johnson Studios 2009 - Present
Ed Schmidt Auto, Inc. March 2014 - April 2015
Family Video May 2013 - July 2013
First Solar July 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Access, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Digital Marketing, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, Graphic Design, Music Production, Databases, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere, TSD Rental, Garageband, Pro Tools, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Music Theory, Orchestral Music, Social Media
Education
Bowling Green State University 2014 — 2018
Business Marketing, 3.71
Winona State University 2012 — 2013
Business Marketing
Bowling Green State University 2011 — 2012
Post-Secondary Option, Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Mohamed Smaidi Mohamed Smaidi's First Solar Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Senior Manager, Finance at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar January 2015 - Present
First Solar January 2012 - December 2014
First Solar November 2009 - December 2011
Owens Corning January 2007 - November 2009
Owens Corning August 2004 - December 2006
PricewaterhouseCoopers January 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Finance, Financial Modeling, Process Improvement, Strategic Financial..., Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Strategy, SAP, Leadership, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Auditing, Restructuring, Mergers & Acquisitions, Supply Chain, Financial Planning, Joint Ventures, Due Diligence, Management Consulting, Coaching, Cross Functional..., Long Term Business..., People Development, Cost Reduction..., New Market Expansion, Project Management, Shared Services, P&L, Capacity Planning, Presentation Skills, Presentation Development, Business Case...
Education
Bowling Green State University 2001 — 2002
MBA, Finance
Bowling Green State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelors, Management Information Systems
First Solar January 2015 - Present
First Solar January 2012 - December 2014
First Solar November 2009 - December 2011
Owens Corning January 2007 - November 2009
Owens Corning August 2004 - December 2006
PricewaterhouseCoopers January 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Finance, Financial Modeling, Process Improvement, Strategic Financial..., Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Strategy, SAP, Leadership, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Auditing, Restructuring, Mergers & Acquisitions, Supply Chain, Financial Planning, Joint Ventures, Due Diligence, Management Consulting, Coaching, Cross Functional..., Long Term Business..., People Development, Cost Reduction..., New Market Expansion, Project Management, Shared Services, P&L, Capacity Planning, Presentation Skills, Presentation Development, Business Case...
Education
Bowling Green State University 2001 — 2002
MBA, Finance
Bowling Green State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelors, Management Information Systems
Tommy Merrill Tommy Merrill's First Solar Experience 2015 - Present
Job Control Room Operator at First Solar
Industry Utilities
Experience
First Solar 2015 - Present
Abengoa Solar July 2013 - November 2014
Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) 2011 - 2013
Calpine 2001 - 2011
Arizona Public Service (APS) 1979 - 2001
Arizona Public Service (APS) 1996 - 2000
Skills
Energy, Power Generation, Power Plants, Project Management, Steam, Commissioning, Leadership, Inspection, Factory, Preventive Maintenance, Gas, Workplace Safety, Computer Proficiency, Computer Hardware, Industrial Safety, Computer Maintenance, Employee Training, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Technical Writing, Procedure Development, Lock Out Tag Out, Electricity, Electricians, Steam Turbines, Turbines, Gas Turbines, DCS, Engineering, Maintenance Management, Communication, Instrumentation, Boilers, Negotiation, Union Agreements, Union Grievances, Contract Negotiation, Root Cause Analysis, Time Management, Supervisory Skills
Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
San Juan College
Technical Math
First Solar 2015 - Present
Abengoa Solar July 2013 - November 2014
Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) 2011 - 2013
Calpine 2001 - 2011
Arizona Public Service (APS) 1979 - 2001
Arizona Public Service (APS) 1996 - 2000
Skills
Energy, Power Generation, Power Plants, Project Management, Steam, Commissioning, Leadership, Inspection, Factory, Preventive Maintenance, Gas, Workplace Safety, Computer Proficiency, Computer Hardware, Industrial Safety, Computer Maintenance, Employee Training, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Technical Writing, Procedure Development, Lock Out Tag Out, Electricity, Electricians, Steam Turbines, Turbines, Gas Turbines, DCS, Engineering, Maintenance Management, Communication, Instrumentation, Boilers, Negotiation, Union Agreements, Union Grievances, Contract Negotiation, Root Cause Analysis, Time Management, Supervisory Skills
Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
San Juan College
Technical Math
Jim Koedam Jim Koedam's First Solar Experience Chief Eng - HD MfgDana Holding Corporation1985 - 2006
Job Director of Manufacturing at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar Chief Eng - HD MfgDana Holding Corporation1985 - 2006
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, APQP, Engineering, Engineering Management, FMEA, Failure Analysis, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., Process Improvement, Program Management, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, Six Sigma, Solar Energy, Supply Chain Management, Toyota Production System, Value Stream Mapping
Education
Bowling Green State University 1994 — 1997
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Toledo 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering
Owens Community College 1983 — 1986
Associate of Science (A.S.), Mechanical Engineering
First Solar Chief Eng - HD MfgDana Holding Corporation1985 - 2006
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, APQP, Engineering, Engineering Management, FMEA, Failure Analysis, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., Process Improvement, Program Management, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, Six Sigma, Solar Energy, Supply Chain Management, Toyota Production System, Value Stream Mapping
Education
Bowling Green State University 1994 — 1997
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Toledo 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering
Owens Community College 1983 — 1986
Associate of Science (A.S.), Mechanical Engineering
Randy Van Hoy's First Solar Experience 2011 - August 2014
Job Continuous Improvement Manager
Industry Biotechnology
Experience
Baxalta September 2015 - Present
GT Advanced Technologies August 2014 - December 2014
First Solar 2011 - August 2014
Nammo Talley, Inc. 2009 - 2011
Orbital Sciences Corporation 2002 - 2009
3D Systems 1999 - 2001
Skills
Engineering Management, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., systems reliability, Process Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, SPC, Engineering, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Process Eng, Design Engineering, Project Management, Reliability Engineering, High Volume..., Production Process..., System Testing, Testing, Equipment Qualification, Qualification Testing, Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly, Capital Equipment..., Mechanical Product..., Electro-Mechanical..., FMEA, Design of Experiments, Root Cause Analysis
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
UCLA Extension Corporate Education & Custom Programs
Systems Engineering
Baxalta September 2015 - Present
GT Advanced Technologies August 2014 - December 2014
First Solar 2011 - August 2014
Nammo Talley, Inc. 2009 - 2011
Orbital Sciences Corporation 2002 - 2009
3D Systems 1999 - 2001
Skills
Engineering Management, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., systems reliability, Process Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, SPC, Engineering, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Process Eng, Design Engineering, Project Management, Reliability Engineering, High Volume..., Production Process..., System Testing, Testing, Equipment Qualification, Qualification Testing, Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly, Capital Equipment..., Mechanical Product..., Electro-Mechanical..., FMEA, Design of Experiments, Root Cause Analysis
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
UCLA Extension Corporate Education & Custom Programs
Systems Engineering
Paula Perrin's First Solar Experience 2008 - 2012
Job Sr. Writer/Editor | Content Creation
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Creative Circle 2015 - Present
Independent April 2014 - Present
Tiempo Development December 2013 - March 2014
First Solar 2008 - 2012
Working Words 2004 - 2008
Sybron Dental Specialties 2004 - 2004
Holguin, Fahan & Associates, Inc. 2002 - 2003
WHITTMANHART Interactive 2000 - 2001
Experian Consumer Direct 1999 - 2000
Skills
Copywriting, Editing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Technical Writing, Marketing, Corporate Communications, Copy Editing, Internal Communications, Web Content, Content Development, Corporate Storytelling, Proposal Writing, Advertising, Communications Planning, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Translation Management, Feature Articles, Cross-functional Team..., Publications, Web Editing, Speech Writing, Content Management, SharePoint, Public Relations, Editorial Project..., Online Advertising, Feature Writing, Global Communications, Online Communications, Content Strategy, Creative Writing, Basecamp, Editorial, Leadership
Education
California State University-Long Beach 2004 — 2006
Master's Degree, English: Literary Theory and Communications
California State University-Long Beach 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, English: Technical and Creative Writing
Creative Circle 2015 - Present
Independent April 2014 - Present
Tiempo Development December 2013 - March 2014
First Solar 2008 - 2012
Working Words 2004 - 2008
Sybron Dental Specialties 2004 - 2004
Holguin, Fahan & Associates, Inc. 2002 - 2003
WHITTMANHART Interactive 2000 - 2001
Experian Consumer Direct 1999 - 2000
Skills
Copywriting, Editing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Technical Writing, Marketing, Corporate Communications, Copy Editing, Internal Communications, Web Content, Content Development, Corporate Storytelling, Proposal Writing, Advertising, Communications Planning, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Translation Management, Feature Articles, Cross-functional Team..., Publications, Web Editing, Speech Writing, Content Management, SharePoint, Public Relations, Editorial Project..., Online Advertising, Feature Writing, Global Communications, Online Communications, Content Strategy, Creative Writing, Basecamp, Editorial, Leadership
Education
California State University-Long Beach 2004 — 2006
Master's Degree, English: Literary Theory and Communications
California State University-Long Beach 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, English: Technical and Creative Writing
Rebecca VanDenk Rebecca VanDenk's First Solar Experience November 2013 - Present
Job Training & Development Specialist Global Organizational Development at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar November 2013 - Present
First Solar February 2008 - Present
Dana Holding Corporation 2005 - 2008
Skills
Organizational..., Employee Training, PeopleSoft, New Hire Orientations, Talent Management, Performance Management, SharePoint, Learning Management, Career Development, Workshop Facilitation, Training & Development, Enterprise Learning..., Onboarding, Succession Planning, Program Management, Leadership Development, Situational Leadership, HRIS, Employee Engagement, Training Delivery, Account Management, SAP, Critical Chain Project..., Theory of Constraints, Database Design, Database Management, Organizational Structure, Action Planning, 360 Feedback, Department Management, Instructional Design, Needs Analysis, Oracle Applications, Financial Reporting, Program Coordination, American Society for..., ELM 9.1, Talent Review Process, Performance Management..., Compliance Education, Training, E-Learning, Analysis, Project Management
Education
Bowling Green State University 2011 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS) College of Technology, Learning Design Technology
University of Toledo 1993 — 1995
Associates, Business Management Technologies
First Solar November 2013 - Present
First Solar February 2008 - Present
Dana Holding Corporation 2005 - 2008
Skills
Organizational..., Employee Training, PeopleSoft, New Hire Orientations, Talent Management, Performance Management, SharePoint, Learning Management, Career Development, Workshop Facilitation, Training & Development, Enterprise Learning..., Onboarding, Succession Planning, Program Management, Leadership Development, Situational Leadership, HRIS, Employee Engagement, Training Delivery, Account Management, SAP, Critical Chain Project..., Theory of Constraints, Database Design, Database Management, Organizational Structure, Action Planning, 360 Feedback, Department Management, Instructional Design, Needs Analysis, Oracle Applications, Financial Reporting, Program Coordination, American Society for..., ELM 9.1, Talent Review Process, Performance Management..., Compliance Education, Training, E-Learning, Analysis, Project Management
Education
Bowling Green State University 2011 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS) College of Technology, Learning Design Technology
University of Toledo 1993 — 1995
Associates, Business Management Technologies
Terry Niemeyer Terry Niemeyer's First Solar Experience May 2012 - Present
Job Site Manager at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar May 2012 - Present
Constellation April 2009 - May 2012
Skills
Power Generation, Renewable Energy, Photovoltaics, Turbines, Alternative Energy, Power Plants, Solar Energy, Energy, Energy Efficiency, Electricians, Energy Management, Wind, Solar PV, Sustainable Energy, Electric Power, Gas Turbines, Cogeneration, Generators, Electricity, High Voltage, Power Systems, Steam Turbines, Power Distribution, Wind Turbines, Boilers, Steam, Smart Grid, Nuclear, Preventive Maintenance, Electricity Markets, NERC, Electrical Safety, Outage Management, Maintenance Management, Nuclear Engineering, Plant Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Power Engineering, Factory, Power Transmission, Plant Operations, Reactor, Maximo, Substation, Combined Cycle, Nuclear Power Plants, Reliability Engineering, Electrical..., SCADA, Equipment Maintenance
Education
Cerro Coso Community College 1974 — 1975
University of Las Vegas
First Solar May 2012 - Present
Constellation April 2009 - May 2012
Skills
Power Generation, Renewable Energy, Photovoltaics, Turbines, Alternative Energy, Power Plants, Solar Energy, Energy, Energy Efficiency, Electricians, Energy Management, Wind, Solar PV, Sustainable Energy, Electric Power, Gas Turbines, Cogeneration, Generators, Electricity, High Voltage, Power Systems, Steam Turbines, Power Distribution, Wind Turbines, Boilers, Steam, Smart Grid, Nuclear, Preventive Maintenance, Electricity Markets, NERC, Electrical Safety, Outage Management, Maintenance Management, Nuclear Engineering, Plant Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Power Engineering, Factory, Power Transmission, Plant Operations, Reactor, Maximo, Substation, Combined Cycle, Nuclear Power Plants, Reliability Engineering, Electrical..., SCADA, Equipment Maintenance
Education
Cerro Coso Community College 1974 — 1975
University of Las Vegas
Stacy Pearcy, MBA, CIA Stacy Pearcy, MBA, CIA's First Solar Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Lead Auditor at First Solar
Industry Accounting
Experience
First Solar March 2015 - Present
First Solar June 2012 - March 2015
First Solar January 2009 - June 2012
First Solar August 2006 - January 2009
Bath & Body Works November 2003 - August 2006
Bowling Green State University August 2003 - May 2005
Bowling Green State University June 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Accounting, Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Auditing, SAP, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Process Improvement, US GAAP, International work..., Leadership, General Ledger, Accounts Receivable
Education
Bowling Green State University 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Bowling Green State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelors, Business Administration Specializing in Accounting
First Solar March 2015 - Present
First Solar June 2012 - March 2015
First Solar January 2009 - June 2012
First Solar August 2006 - January 2009
Bath & Body Works November 2003 - August 2006
Bowling Green State University August 2003 - May 2005
Bowling Green State University June 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Accounting, Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Auditing, SAP, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Process Improvement, US GAAP, International work..., Leadership, General Ledger, Accounts Receivable
Education
Bowling Green State University 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Bowling Green State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelors, Business Administration Specializing in Accounting
James Erger James Erger's First Solar Experience May 2011 - July 2011
Job Assistant Coach at Dallas Baptist University
Industry Sports
Experience
Dallas Baptist University July 2013 - Present
Bowling Green State University August 2012 - December 2012
First Solar May 2011 - July 2011
Princeton High School June 2009 - June 2009
Lafons Fireworks July 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Adobe Fireworks, Athletics, Event Planning, Basketball, Retail, Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Sports, Teamwork, Facebook, Event Management, Public Speaking, Marketing, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Sales, Sports Marketing, Public Relations
Education
Bowling Green State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Education; Sport Management
Dallas Baptist University July 2013 - Present
Bowling Green State University August 2012 - December 2012
First Solar May 2011 - July 2011
Princeton High School June 2009 - June 2009
Lafons Fireworks July 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Adobe Fireworks, Athletics, Event Planning, Basketball, Retail, Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Sports, Teamwork, Facebook, Event Management, Public Speaking, Marketing, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Sales, Sports Marketing, Public Relations
Education
Bowling Green State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Education; Sport Management
Ryan Ruvald's First Solar Experience January 2013 - August 2013
Job 3rd Engineer at Noble Drilling
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Noble Drilling January 2014 - Present
First Solar January 2013 - August 2013
First Solar September 2011 - December 2012
Alcatraz Cruises, LLC September 2009 - May 2011
Skills
Energy Efficiency, Power Plants, Risk Management, Cross-functional Team..., Contractor Management, Diesel Engine, Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Commissioning, Organizational..., Supply Chain Management, Process Management, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy Systems, Project Planning, EPC, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Engineering Management, Power Generation, Alternative Energy, Electricians, Energy, Sustainable Energy, Engineering, Energy Management
Education
California Maritime Academy 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Sonoma Valley High School 2000 — 2004
Noble Drilling January 2014 - Present
First Solar January 2013 - August 2013
First Solar September 2011 - December 2012
Alcatraz Cruises, LLC September 2009 - May 2011
Skills
Energy Efficiency, Power Plants, Risk Management, Cross-functional Team..., Contractor Management, Diesel Engine, Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Commissioning, Organizational..., Supply Chain Management, Process Management, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy Systems, Project Planning, EPC, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Engineering Management, Power Generation, Alternative Energy, Electricians, Energy, Sustainable Energy, Engineering, Energy Management
Education
California Maritime Academy 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Sonoma Valley High School 2000 — 2004
Evans Tachie-Menson's First Solar Experience 2010 - 2011
Job SAP BI HANA Solution Architect
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Ingenuity America January 2006 - Present
Halliburton May 2011 - October 2011
AE 2011 - 2011
First Solar 2010 - 2011
Kraton Polymers 2009 - 2010
Skills
Business Objects, SAP BW, ABAP, SAP, HANA
Education
Canterbury Christ Church University
Ph.D., MIS Software
Ingenuity America January 2006 - Present
Halliburton May 2011 - October 2011
AE 2011 - 2011
First Solar 2010 - 2011
Kraton Polymers 2009 - 2010
Skills
Business Objects, SAP BW, ABAP, SAP, HANA
Education
Canterbury Christ Church University
Ph.D., MIS Software
Alex Strehl Alex Strehl's First Solar Experience October 2011 - December 2011
Job Sr. Program Manager at Lam Research
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
Lam Research January 2014 - Present
Lam Research March 2012 - January 2014
First Solar October 2011 - December 2011
Solyndra March 2011 - September 2011
Solyndra July 2010 - March 2011
WESTPAK INC June 2009 - September 2009
WESTPAK INC June 2008 - September 2008
CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY March 2007 - June 2008
EXTREME SOCCER INC July 2002 - June 2007
Skills
Technical Writing, Software Documentation, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Packaging, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, CAD, SPC, Engineering, Manufacturing..., Thin Films, Process Engineering, Testing, Cross-functional Team..., Semiconductors
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2006 — 2010
B.S., INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY; PACKAGING
London Metropolitan University 2008 — 2009
Lam Research January 2014 - Present
Lam Research March 2012 - January 2014
First Solar October 2011 - December 2011
Solyndra March 2011 - September 2011
Solyndra July 2010 - March 2011
WESTPAK INC June 2009 - September 2009
WESTPAK INC June 2008 - September 2008
CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY March 2007 - June 2008
EXTREME SOCCER INC July 2002 - June 2007
Skills
Technical Writing, Software Documentation, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Packaging, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, CAD, SPC, Engineering, Manufacturing..., Thin Films, Process Engineering, Testing, Cross-functional Team..., Semiconductors
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2006 — 2010
B.S., INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY; PACKAGING
London Metropolitan University 2008 — 2009
Daniel Reeves Daniel Reeves's First Solar Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Tax Manager at First Solar
Industry Accounting
Experience
First Solar January 2014 - Present
Halverson and Company June 2008 - December 2013
BYU Harold B. Lee Library March 2006 - December 2008
Northwestern Mutual 2005 - 2008
Skills
Tax, Tax Preparation, Corporate Tax, Partnership Taxation, Provision, Entity Selection, Entity Formation, Income Tax, Business Planning, Excel, Microsoft Office, IRS problem resolution, Tax Advisory, Tax Research, Microsoft Excel, CPA, Tax Returns, Accounting, US Tax, Internal Controls, Finance
Education
Brigham Young University 2001 — 2008
MAcc, Tax
First Solar January 2014 - Present
Halverson and Company June 2008 - December 2013
BYU Harold B. Lee Library March 2006 - December 2008
Northwestern Mutual 2005 - 2008
Skills
Tax, Tax Preparation, Corporate Tax, Partnership Taxation, Provision, Entity Selection, Entity Formation, Income Tax, Business Planning, Excel, Microsoft Office, IRS problem resolution, Tax Advisory, Tax Research, Microsoft Excel, CPA, Tax Returns, Accounting, US Tax, Internal Controls, Finance
Education
Brigham Young University 2001 — 2008
MAcc, Tax
Pete Jung's First Solar Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Scheduler at First Solar
Industry Construction
Experience
First Solar June 2015 - Present
EASi September 2014 - May 2015
Bechtel Power Corporation January 2012 - September 2014
Bechtel Power Corporation February 2011 - January 2012
Bechtel December 2010 - January 2011
Bechtel Power Corporation October 2010 - December 2010
Bechtel March 2010 - October 2010
Bechtel Power Corporation June 2009 - March 2010
Zachry Industrial Inc. August 2006 - May 2009
Bechtel Power Corporation April 2004 - August 2006
Skills
Primavera P6, Project Control, Construction, Cost Engineering, Power Plants, CPM Scheduling, Contract Management, Engineering, Forecasting, P3, Process Scheduler, Procurement, Project Estimation, Project Planning
Education
Bradley University 1996 — 2001
First Solar June 2015 - Present
EASi September 2014 - May 2015
Bechtel Power Corporation January 2012 - September 2014
Bechtel Power Corporation February 2011 - January 2012
Bechtel December 2010 - January 2011
Bechtel Power Corporation October 2010 - December 2010
Bechtel March 2010 - October 2010
Bechtel Power Corporation June 2009 - March 2010
Zachry Industrial Inc. August 2006 - May 2009
Bechtel Power Corporation April 2004 - August 2006
Skills
Primavera P6, Project Control, Construction, Cost Engineering, Power Plants, CPM Scheduling, Contract Management, Engineering, Forecasting, P3, Process Scheduler, Procurement, Project Estimation, Project Planning
Education
Bradley University 1996 — 2001
Amy Kovacs Amy Kovacs's First Solar Experience March 2014 - Present
Job Senior Buyer at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar March 2014 - Present
First Solar October 2012 - March 2014
First Solar February 2011 - October 2012
First Solar September 2008 - February 2011
Systems Sales Corporation May 2005 - July 2008
Revent May 2000 - May 2005
Skills
Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy, Energy, Alternative Energy, Master Data Management, Cleantech, SCADA, Power Generation, Wind, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Sustainable Energy, Materials Management, Business Process..., Construction, Contract Negotiation, Procurement, Green Building, Start-ups, Wind Turbines, Power Plants, Electricians, EPC, Commissioning, SAP R/3, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Feasibility Studies, Manufacturing, Contract Management, Project Finance, Process Engineering, SAP, Environmental Awareness, Engineering, Turbines, Solar PV, Project Management, Project Engineering, Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Power Distribution, Project Planning, MS Project, Engineering Management, Power Systems, Sustainability, Environmental...
Education
Brookdale Community College 2001 — 2009
AA, Business Administration
Rutgers University – Camden
Business Administration
First Solar March 2014 - Present
First Solar October 2012 - March 2014
First Solar February 2011 - October 2012
First Solar September 2008 - February 2011
Systems Sales Corporation May 2005 - July 2008
Revent May 2000 - May 2005
Skills
Solar Energy, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy, Energy, Alternative Energy, Master Data Management, Cleantech, SCADA, Power Generation, Wind, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Sustainable Energy, Materials Management, Business Process..., Construction, Contract Negotiation, Procurement, Green Building, Start-ups, Wind Turbines, Power Plants, Electricians, EPC, Commissioning, SAP R/3, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Feasibility Studies, Manufacturing, Contract Management, Project Finance, Process Engineering, SAP, Environmental Awareness, Engineering, Turbines, Solar PV, Project Management, Project Engineering, Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Power Distribution, Project Planning, MS Project, Engineering Management, Power Systems, Sustainability, Environmental...
Education
Brookdale Community College 2001 — 2009
AA, Business Administration
Rutgers University – Camden
Business Administration
Robert Liegl Robert Liegl's First Solar Experience 2009 - Present
Job Global Benefits Manager at First Solar
Industry Automotive
Experience
First Solar 2009 - Present
Till We're Free - Emmett Till Film 2013 - 2013
Cadence Innovation 2006 - 2009
ThyssenKrupp Materials NA 2004 - 2005
LDM Technologies, Inc 1999 - 2004
LDM 1997 - 2004
Skills
Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Workers Compensation, Employee Relations, Payroll, Organizational..., Team Building, Change Management, PeopleSoft, HRIS, Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, ADP Payroll, Management, Onboarding, FMLA, Human Resources
Education
Southeast Missouri State University 1992 — 1994
MSA, Public Administration
Bowling Green State University 1988 — 1992
BA, English/Poly Sci
First Solar 2009 - Present
Till We're Free - Emmett Till Film 2013 - 2013
Cadence Innovation 2006 - 2009
ThyssenKrupp Materials NA 2004 - 2005
LDM Technologies, Inc 1999 - 2004
LDM 1997 - 2004
Skills
Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Workers Compensation, Employee Relations, Payroll, Organizational..., Team Building, Change Management, PeopleSoft, HRIS, Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, ADP Payroll, Management, Onboarding, FMLA, Human Resources
Education
Southeast Missouri State University 1992 — 1994
MSA, Public Administration
Bowling Green State University 1988 — 1992
BA, English/Poly Sci
Nicholas Sava Nicholas Sava's First Solar Experience February 2012 - Present
Job Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Professional
Industry Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Experience
First Solar February 2012 - Present
TSA June 2010 - February 2012
General Motors Corp January 2007 - June 2009
Air-Age Publishing September 2003 - March 2009
General Motors 2007 - 2009
Northrop Grumman Corp June 2006 - October 2006
Eclipse Aviation June 2005 - September 2005
Skills
Data Acquisition, Root Cause Analysis, Vehicles, CAD, Engineering, Testing, Troubleshooting, Materials, Technical Writing, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Solidworks, Automotive, Documentation, Windows, Computer Hardware, Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Inspection
Education
California State University-Dominguez Hills 2012 — 2015
Master of Science (M.S.), Quality Assurance
University of California, Riverside 2002 — 2006
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
First Solar February 2012 - Present
TSA June 2010 - February 2012
General Motors Corp January 2007 - June 2009
Air-Age Publishing September 2003 - March 2009
General Motors 2007 - 2009
Northrop Grumman Corp June 2006 - October 2006
Eclipse Aviation June 2005 - September 2005
Skills
Data Acquisition, Root Cause Analysis, Vehicles, CAD, Engineering, Testing, Troubleshooting, Materials, Technical Writing, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Solidworks, Automotive, Documentation, Windows, Computer Hardware, Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Inspection
Education
California State University-Dominguez Hills 2012 — 2015
Master of Science (M.S.), Quality Assurance
University of California, Riverside 2002 — 2006
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
Uday Varde Uday Varde's First Solar Experience April 2015 - Present
Job Global Product Manager at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar April 2015 - Present
Samali September 2014 - March 2015
Sure Solutions September 2013 - September 2014
Solopower June 2012 - July 2013
United Solar Ovonic 2009 - May 2012
United Solar Ovonic 2006 - 2009
Sika 2004 - 2006
Several 1996 - 2003
Mead Packaging - Inks & Coatings Division 1992 - 1995
Mead Corporation 1991 - 1991
Skills
Product Development, Business Development, R&D, Cross-functional Team..., Technology Development, Product Management, Engineering Management, Materials, Engineering, Polymers, Coatings, Adhesives, Cleantech, Energy, Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Solar PV, Photovoltaics, Materials Science, Alternative Energy, Design of Experiments, Thin Films, Automotive, Process Engineering, Sustainable Energy, FMEA, Failure Analysis, Chemistry, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Solidworks, Minitab, Energy Efficiency, Design for Manufacturing, SPC, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, AutoCAD, 5S, Manufacturing..., Supply Chain Management, Injection Molding, Manufacturing Operations, Kaizen
Education
Case Western Reserve University 1981 — 1986
PhD, Polymers
Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai
Polymers
First Solar April 2015 - Present
Samali September 2014 - March 2015
Sure Solutions September 2013 - September 2014
Solopower June 2012 - July 2013
United Solar Ovonic 2009 - May 2012
United Solar Ovonic 2006 - 2009
Sika 2004 - 2006
Several 1996 - 2003
Mead Packaging - Inks & Coatings Division 1992 - 1995
Mead Corporation 1991 - 1991
Skills
Product Development, Business Development, R&D, Cross-functional Team..., Technology Development, Product Management, Engineering Management, Materials, Engineering, Polymers, Coatings, Adhesives, Cleantech, Energy, Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Solar PV, Photovoltaics, Materials Science, Alternative Energy, Design of Experiments, Thin Films, Automotive, Process Engineering, Sustainable Energy, FMEA, Failure Analysis, Chemistry, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Solidworks, Minitab, Energy Efficiency, Design for Manufacturing, SPC, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, AutoCAD, 5S, Manufacturing..., Supply Chain Management, Injection Molding, Manufacturing Operations, Kaizen
Education
Case Western Reserve University 1981 — 1986
PhD, Polymers
Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai
Polymers
Bruce Decaster's First Solar Experience July 2015 - Present
Job International HR Manager at First Solar
Industry Human Resources
Experience
First Solar July 2015 - Present
Modular Mining Systems April 2015 - July 2015
Modular Mining Systems November 2010 - March 2015
Target October 2009 - July 2010
MultiLing Corporation August 2006 - December 2007
MultiLing Deutschland GmbH August 2005 - October 2006
MultiLing Corporation April 2004 - January 2006
Brigham Young University August 2000 - October 2004
Skills
Organizational..., HR Strategy, Employee Engagement, Negotiation, Talent Development, DDI, Targeted Selection, Sales Management, Leadership Development, Talent Management, Change Management, Performance Management, Coaching, Training Skills, Employee Relations, Business Strategy, Talent Acquisition, HR Consulting, Global HR, Interviewing, Career Development, HR Business Partnering, OD, Process Consultation, Development Of Teams, Human Resources, International HR, Global Human Resources..., HR Project Management, Project Management, Leadership, Recruiting, Management, Personnel Management, HR Policies, Operations Management, Strategy, Sales, Multilingual, International Business, Training, Vendor Management, Business Development
Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management 2008 — 2009
MBA, Global Management
Brigham Young University 2000 — 2005
BS, Health & Human Performance
First Solar July 2015 - Present
Modular Mining Systems April 2015 - July 2015
Modular Mining Systems November 2010 - March 2015
Target October 2009 - July 2010
MultiLing Corporation August 2006 - December 2007
MultiLing Deutschland GmbH August 2005 - October 2006
MultiLing Corporation April 2004 - January 2006
Brigham Young University August 2000 - October 2004
Skills
Organizational..., HR Strategy, Employee Engagement, Negotiation, Talent Development, DDI, Targeted Selection, Sales Management, Leadership Development, Talent Management, Change Management, Performance Management, Coaching, Training Skills, Employee Relations, Business Strategy, Talent Acquisition, HR Consulting, Global HR, Interviewing, Career Development, HR Business Partnering, OD, Process Consultation, Development Of Teams, Human Resources, International HR, Global Human Resources..., HR Project Management, Project Management, Leadership, Recruiting, Management, Personnel Management, HR Policies, Operations Management, Strategy, Sales, Multilingual, International Business, Training, Vendor Management, Business Development
Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management 2008 — 2009
MBA, Global Management
Brigham Young University 2000 — 2005
BS, Health & Human Performance
Steven B. Slade Steven B. Slade's First Solar Experience January 2012 - June 2013
Job Director of Engineering at Molex
Industry Automotive
Experience
Molex July 2013 - Present
First Solar January 2012 - June 2013
First Solar September 2010 - January 2012
Blue Sky Consulting February 2010 - September 2010
Seagate Technology January 2006 - January 2009
Seagate Technology January 2004 - January 2006
Seagate Technology January 2002 - January 2004
Seagate Technology January 1999 - January 2002
Skills
Statistics, Design of Experiments, Failure Analysis, Reliability Test, Manufacturing..., Six Sigma, Test Development, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, Change Management, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Testing, Systems Engineering, Engineering, Product Development, Product Engineering, Engineering Management, Minitab, Program Management, Semiconductors, Process Engineering, R&D, SPC, Process Simulation
Education
University of California, San Diego 1988 — 1994
PhD, Physics
Seagate Technology 2008 — 2008
Leadership
University of California, San Diego 1986 — 1988
MS, Physics
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1981 — 1986
BS, Physics
Molex July 2013 - Present
First Solar January 2012 - June 2013
First Solar September 2010 - January 2012
Blue Sky Consulting February 2010 - September 2010
Seagate Technology January 2006 - January 2009
Seagate Technology January 2004 - January 2006
Seagate Technology January 2002 - January 2004
Seagate Technology January 1999 - January 2002
Skills
Statistics, Design of Experiments, Failure Analysis, Reliability Test, Manufacturing..., Six Sigma, Test Development, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, Change Management, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Testing, Systems Engineering, Engineering, Product Development, Product Engineering, Engineering Management, Minitab, Program Management, Semiconductors, Process Engineering, R&D, SPC, Process Simulation
Education
University of California, San Diego 1988 — 1994
PhD, Physics
Seagate Technology 2008 — 2008
Leadership
University of California, San Diego 1986 — 1988
MS, Physics
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1981 — 1986
BS, Physics
Kimberly Steele, CEP's First Solar Experience June 2011 - June 2013
Job Global Stock Administrator at Apple, Inc.
Industry Accounting
Experience
Apple, Inc. July 2013 - Present
First Solar June 2011 - June 2013
First Solar August 2008 - June 2011
Microchip Technology March 2005 - August 2008
SCO 1999 - 2005
Skills
SEC filings, Incentive Programs, Equities, Executive Pay, Mergers, Accounting, Human Resources, Forecasting, Auditing, Management, Finance, Payroll, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Mergers & Acquisitions, Tax, Project Management, Project Planning, Deferred Compensation
Education
Brigham Young University 1990 — 1992
University of Phoenix
BS, Business-Finance
Apple, Inc. July 2013 - Present
First Solar June 2011 - June 2013
First Solar August 2008 - June 2011
Microchip Technology March 2005 - August 2008
SCO 1999 - 2005
Skills
SEC filings, Incentive Programs, Equities, Executive Pay, Mergers, Accounting, Human Resources, Forecasting, Auditing, Management, Finance, Payroll, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Mergers & Acquisitions, Tax, Project Management, Project Planning, Deferred Compensation
Education
Brigham Young University 1990 — 1992
University of Phoenix
BS, Business-Finance
Kevin Wilmot Kevin Wilmot's First Solar Experience June 2012 - January 2014
Job Construction Manager II
Industry Construction
Experience
DEPCOM Power, Inc Supervisor - Construction Site EPCFirst SolarJanuary 2014 - July 2015
First Solar June 2012 - January 2014
Three D Electric January 2007 - June 2012
Republic Electric November 2005 - January 2007
Three D Electric Company February 2004 - November 2005
Streamline Electric Co. November 1995 - April 2002
Skills
Electrical, Solar, Control4, Project Management, Electrical Estimating, ConEst Estimating, EPC, Solar Sales, Automation, Low Voltage Systems, Value Engineering, Construction, Construction Management, AutoCAD, Green Building, Contract Management, Budgeting, Planning, Problem Solving, Procurement, Negotiation, Renewable Energy, Customer Relations, Supervisory Skills, Proposal Writing, Project Coordination, Operations Management, Sales Management, Excel, Change Orders, RFI, Solar Evaluations, Commercial Electrician, Residential Electrician, Solar Installer, Control4 Certified, Customer Service, Electricians, Solar Energy, Project Planning, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, MS Project, Blueprint Reading, Subcontracting, Project Bidding, Inspection, Project Estimation, Construction Safety, Materials
Education
Clark College 1993 — 1995
Computer Science
Washington State Apprenticeship, Labor & Industries, WA 1996 — 2000
Journeyman License, Electrician
Varies 1996 — 2009
Various Electrical course studies
Clark Public Utilities 1999 — 1999
High Voltage, Underground Construction
DEPCOM Power, Inc Supervisor - Construction Site EPCFirst SolarJanuary 2014 - July 2015
First Solar June 2012 - January 2014
Three D Electric January 2007 - June 2012
Republic Electric November 2005 - January 2007
Three D Electric Company February 2004 - November 2005
Streamline Electric Co. November 1995 - April 2002
Skills
Electrical, Solar, Control4, Project Management, Electrical Estimating, ConEst Estimating, EPC, Solar Sales, Automation, Low Voltage Systems, Value Engineering, Construction, Construction Management, AutoCAD, Green Building, Contract Management, Budgeting, Planning, Problem Solving, Procurement, Negotiation, Renewable Energy, Customer Relations, Supervisory Skills, Proposal Writing, Project Coordination, Operations Management, Sales Management, Excel, Change Orders, RFI, Solar Evaluations, Commercial Electrician, Residential Electrician, Solar Installer, Control4 Certified, Customer Service, Electricians, Solar Energy, Project Planning, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, MS Project, Blueprint Reading, Subcontracting, Project Bidding, Inspection, Project Estimation, Construction Safety, Materials
Education
Clark College 1993 — 1995
Computer Science
Washington State Apprenticeship, Labor & Industries, WA 1996 — 2000
Journeyman License, Electrician
Varies 1996 — 2009
Various Electrical course studies
Clark Public Utilities 1999 — 1999
High Voltage, Underground Construction
Andrew Mairena's First Solar Experience September 2011 - December 2011
Job Technologist | Engineer | Leader
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
DCG Systems March 2012 - Present
First Solar September 2011 - December 2011
Solyndra May 2011 - August 2011
Solyndra March 2011 - May 2011
Solyndra June 2010 - March 2011
Hermanos Unidos, UC Berkeley (501(c)3 non-profit organization) June 2009 - May 2010
Berkeley Wireless Research Center June 2009 - February 2010
VLSI Lab at San Francisco State University June 2008 - August 2008
San Francisco Department of Public Works June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Microfabrication, Semiconductors, GTD, JMP, Metrology, Failure Analysis
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2008 — 2010
EECS, Electrical Engineering Computer Science
City College of San Francisco 2006 — 2008
EECS
DCG Systems March 2012 - Present
First Solar September 2011 - December 2011
Solyndra May 2011 - August 2011
Solyndra March 2011 - May 2011
Solyndra June 2010 - March 2011
Hermanos Unidos, UC Berkeley (501(c)3 non-profit organization) June 2009 - May 2010
Berkeley Wireless Research Center June 2009 - February 2010
VLSI Lab at San Francisco State University June 2008 - August 2008
San Francisco Department of Public Works June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Microfabrication, Semiconductors, GTD, JMP, Metrology, Failure Analysis
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2008 — 2010
EECS, Electrical Engineering Computer Science
City College of San Francisco 2006 — 2008
EECS
Shannon Rawlins's First Solar Experience September 2011 - Present
Job
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar September 2011 - Present
First Solar December 2006 - January 2012
Dana Corporation 2002 - 2006
Dana Commercial Credit 1998 - 2002
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Solar Energy, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Supply Chain, Forecasting
Education
Bowling Green State University 2002 — 2005
MBA
Lourdes College 1993 — 1996
BA
Kent State University 1991 — 1993
First Solar September 2011 - Present
First Solar December 2006 - January 2012
Dana Corporation 2002 - 2006
Dana Commercial Credit 1998 - 2002
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Solar Energy, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Supply Chain, Forecasting
Education
Bowling Green State University 2002 — 2005
MBA
Lourdes College 1993 — 1996
BA
Kent State University 1991 — 1993
Craig Kennedy's First Solar Experience June 2008 - Present
Job Partner, Creative Engagement
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Alfred Herrhausen Society January 2013 - Present
True North Venture Partners January 2010 - Present
US-Russian Foundation January 2010 - Present
First Solar June 2008 - Present
Invesco Closed-End Funds January 2009 - August 2014
German Marshall Fund of the United States July 1995 - March 2014
Joyce Foundation June 1986 - June 1992
Skills
International Relations, International..., Policy Analysis, Foreign Policy, Public Policy, Fundraising, Non-profits, Politics, French, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Government, Policy, Corporate Social..., Grants, Grant Writing, Economic Development, Public Relations, Program Management, Research, Human Rights
Education
The University of Chicago 1977 — 1980
MA, Social Service Administration
The University of Chicago - Booth School of Business 1977 — 1980
MBA
Brandeis University 1974 — 1977
Anthropology
University of Chicago 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Civilization Studies
Alfred Herrhausen Society January 2013 - Present
True North Venture Partners January 2010 - Present
US-Russian Foundation January 2010 - Present
First Solar June 2008 - Present
Invesco Closed-End Funds January 2009 - August 2014
German Marshall Fund of the United States July 1995 - March 2014
Joyce Foundation June 1986 - June 1992
Skills
International Relations, International..., Policy Analysis, Foreign Policy, Public Policy, Fundraising, Non-profits, Politics, French, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Government, Policy, Corporate Social..., Grants, Grant Writing, Economic Development, Public Relations, Program Management, Research, Human Rights
Education
The University of Chicago 1977 — 1980
MA, Social Service Administration
The University of Chicago - Booth School of Business 1977 — 1980
MBA
Brandeis University 1974 — 1977
Anthropology
University of Chicago 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Civilization Studies
Pradeep Alluri's First Solar Experience August 2010 - October 2010
Job Senior Consultant at Workday
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Workday January 2014 - Present
Safety-Kleen April 2012 - Present
O-I November 2010 - March 2012
Surya Systems July 2007 - January 2011
First Solar August 2010 - October 2010
Cooper-Standard Automotive April 2010 - July 2010
Hewlett-Packard January 2009 - March 2010
Commercial Metals Company December 2008 - March 2009
YTB.com 2007 - 2008
Skills
SAP, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Business Process, SAP R/3, Business Analysis, ERP, SAP FICO, SAP ERP, General Ledger, SAP FI, SAP Implementation, Accounting, SD
Education
The University of Texas at Dallas - School of Management 2005 — 2009
MBA
Clemson University 2000 — 2001
MS, Electrical Engineering
R. V. College of Engineering, Bangalore 1995 — 1999
BE, Electronics & Communication
Workday January 2014 - Present
Safety-Kleen April 2012 - Present
O-I November 2010 - March 2012
Surya Systems July 2007 - January 2011
First Solar August 2010 - October 2010
Cooper-Standard Automotive April 2010 - July 2010
Hewlett-Packard January 2009 - March 2010
Commercial Metals Company December 2008 - March 2009
YTB.com 2007 - 2008
Skills
SAP, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Business Process, SAP R/3, Business Analysis, ERP, SAP FICO, SAP ERP, General Ledger, SAP FI, SAP Implementation, Accounting, SD
Education
The University of Texas at Dallas - School of Management 2005 — 2009
MBA
Clemson University 2000 — 2001
MS, Electrical Engineering
R. V. College of Engineering, Bangalore 1995 — 1999
BE, Electronics & Communication
Kyle Dankert's First Solar Experience April 2015 - Present
Job Global Planner at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar April 2015 - Present
Toledo Molding and Die April 2013 - March 2015
First Solar November 2010 - April 2013
Promedica October 2005 - November 2010
Skills
Forecasting, Financial Analysis, SAP, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Financial Reporting, Strategic Financial..., Leadership, Financial Accounting, Variance Analysis, Finance, Cost Accounting, Auditing, Cross-functional Team..., Internal Audit, Hyperion Enterprise, ERP, Business Analysis, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2005
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Toledo 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance, General
First Solar April 2015 - Present
Toledo Molding and Die April 2013 - March 2015
First Solar November 2010 - April 2013
Promedica October 2005 - November 2010
Skills
Forecasting, Financial Analysis, SAP, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Financial Reporting, Strategic Financial..., Leadership, Financial Accounting, Variance Analysis, Finance, Cost Accounting, Auditing, Cross-functional Team..., Internal Audit, Hyperion Enterprise, ERP, Business Analysis, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2005
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Toledo 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance, General
Rob Isenberg's First Solar Experience July 2008 - Present
Job at First Solar
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
First Solar July 2008 - Present
Intel February 1988 - June 2008
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Management, Engineering, Semiconductors, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., SPC, Design of Experiments
Education
The University of New Mexico 1992 — 1995
BS Chemical Engineering
Bowling Green State University 1979 — 1984
BS, Biology/Education
First Solar July 2008 - Present
Intel February 1988 - June 2008
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Management, Engineering, Semiconductors, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., SPC, Design of Experiments
Education
The University of New Mexico 1992 — 1995
BS Chemical Engineering
Bowling Green State University 1979 — 1984
BS, Biology/Education
Daniel Damjanovic's First Solar Experience May 2011 - September 2014
Job Staff Engineer, Process Development at Lam Research
Industry Semiconductors
Experience
Lam Research September 2014 - Present
First Solar May 2011 - September 2014
Micron Technology, Inc. September 2004 - May 2011
Skills
Semiconductors, Thin Films, ALD, CVD, Diffusion, Solar Cells, JMP, Design of Experiments, Semiconductor Process, Photovoltaics, Semiconductor...
Education
Clemson University 2000 — 2004
Ph.D., Electrical Eng. (Semiconductor Processing)
University of Natal-Durban, South Africa 1998 — 2000
M.S., Electronic Engineering
Lam Research September 2014 - Present
First Solar May 2011 - September 2014
Micron Technology, Inc. September 2004 - May 2011
Skills
Semiconductors, Thin Films, ALD, CVD, Diffusion, Solar Cells, JMP, Design of Experiments, Semiconductor Process, Photovoltaics, Semiconductor...
Education
Clemson University 2000 — 2004
Ph.D., Electrical Eng. (Semiconductor Processing)
University of Natal-Durban, South Africa 1998 — 2000
M.S., Electronic Engineering
Madeleine Aldridge's First Solar Experience May 2010 - Present
Job Interconnection Manager at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar May 2010 - Present
eSolar September 2007 - May 2010
PG&E November 2005 - September 2007
Skills
Engineering, Engineering Management, Program Management, Energy Efficiency, Utility Industry, Interconnection, Renewable Energy
Education
CSU Sacramento 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
California State University-Sacramento 1987 — 1990
BSEE, Power Engineering
Landmark Education
First Solar May 2010 - Present
eSolar September 2007 - May 2010
PG&E November 2005 - September 2007
Skills
Engineering, Engineering Management, Program Management, Energy Efficiency, Utility Industry, Interconnection, Renewable Energy
Education
CSU Sacramento 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
California State University-Sacramento 1987 — 1990
BSEE, Power Engineering
Landmark Education
Kristen Childs's First Solar Experience May 2008 - August 2009
Job Interior Design & Project Management
Industry Design
Experience
Kristen Childs Design January 2014 - Present
Soho House Group September 2009 - September 2013
First Solar May 2008 - August 2009
Soho House New York 2007 - 2008
The Box 2006 - 2007
Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Hospitality, Interior Design
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1998 — 2002
BA, Theatre
Kristen Childs Design January 2014 - Present
Soho House Group September 2009 - September 2013
First Solar May 2008 - August 2009
Soho House New York 2007 - 2008
The Box 2006 - 2007
Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Hospitality, Interior Design
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1998 — 2002
BA, Theatre
Eric Hermiller's First Solar Experience March 2010 - Present
Job Program Manager
Industry Oil & Energy
Experience
First Solar March 2010 - Present
Dana Corporation March 2009 - April 2010
Dana Holding Corporation 2007 - 2009
Dana 1995 - 2008
Dana 1995 - 2008
Dana Corporation September 2006 - December 2007
Dana Corporation March 2004 - October 2006
Dana Corporation June 1995 - December 2001
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Automotive, FMEA, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, APQP, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Program Management, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, PPAP, Manufacturing..., Global Sourcing, Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., Root Cause Analysis, Product Development, Project Management, SPC
Education
Bowling Green State University 2003 — 2006
MBA, Business
Ohio Northern University 1990 — 1995
First Solar March 2010 - Present
Dana Corporation March 2009 - April 2010
Dana Holding Corporation 2007 - 2009
Dana 1995 - 2008
Dana 1995 - 2008
Dana Corporation September 2006 - December 2007
Dana Corporation March 2004 - October 2006
Dana Corporation June 1995 - December 2001
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Automotive, FMEA, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, APQP, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Program Management, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, PPAP, Manufacturing..., Global Sourcing, Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., Root Cause Analysis, Product Development, Project Management, SPC
Education
Bowling Green State University 2003 — 2006
MBA, Business
Ohio Northern University 1990 — 1995
Paul Delson's First Solar Experience March 2008 - Present
Job General Counsel, Global Operations & Project Development, and Chief Compliance Officer at First Solar, Inc.
Industry Legal Services
Experience
First Solar March 2008 - Present
Applied Materials November 1999 - March 2008
Berding & Weil LLP July 1998 - July 1999
MBV Law LLP November 1991 - December 1997
Pacific Coast Federal Savings Association September 1990 - November 1991
Steefel, Levitt & Weiss April 1988 - September 1990
Skills
Management, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Sales, Joint Ventures, Due Diligence, Mergers, Employment Law, Licensing, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Governance, Intellectual Property, International Law, Legal Counseling, Legal Compliance, Litigation Management, Real Estate Transactions, Strategic Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions, Restructuring, New Business Development, Venture Capital, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Solar Energy
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 1981 — 1985
MBA
University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law 1981 — 1985
JD
Brown University 1977 — 1981
BA with Departmental Honors, Organizational Behavior & Management
First Solar March 2008 - Present
Applied Materials November 1999 - March 2008
Berding & Weil LLP July 1998 - July 1999
MBV Law LLP November 1991 - December 1997
Pacific Coast Federal Savings Association September 1990 - November 1991
Steefel, Levitt & Weiss April 1988 - September 1990
Skills
Management, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Sales, Joint Ventures, Due Diligence, Mergers, Employment Law, Licensing, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Governance, Intellectual Property, International Law, Legal Counseling, Legal Compliance, Litigation Management, Real Estate Transactions, Strategic Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions, Restructuring, New Business Development, Venture Capital, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Solar Energy
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 1981 — 1985
MBA
University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law 1981 — 1985
JD
Brown University 1977 — 1981
BA with Departmental Honors, Organizational Behavior & Management
Gregory Coventry's First Solar Experience February 2012 - March 2014
Job Compliance Auditor, O&P at Western Electricity Coordinating Council
Industry Utilities
Experience
Western Electricity Coordinating Council April 2014 - Present
First Solar February 2012 - March 2014
Midwest ISO August 2010 - February 2012
California Independent System Operator September 1998 - September 2001
Arizona Public Service (APS) March 1997 - September 1998
Arizona Public Service (APS) September 1995 - March 1997
Arizona Public Service (APS) January 1986 - September 1995
Arizona Public Service (APS) September 1984 - January 1986
Portland General Electric July 1981 - September 1983
US Navy October 1973 - September 1979
Skills
NERC, Management, Electric Power, Smart Grid, Energy, Power Generation, Renewable Energy, Electricians, Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Transmission, SCADA, Program Management, Power Plants, Training, Project Planning, Factory, Gas Turbines, Nuclear, Energy Markets
Education
Capella University 2005 — 2009
BS Business, Finance
Portland Community College 1979 — 1984
AASMET, Mechanical Engineering
Western Electricity Coordinating Council April 2014 - Present
First Solar February 2012 - March 2014
Midwest ISO August 2010 - February 2012
California Independent System Operator September 1998 - September 2001
Arizona Public Service (APS) March 1997 - September 1998
Arizona Public Service (APS) September 1995 - March 1997
Arizona Public Service (APS) January 1986 - September 1995
Arizona Public Service (APS) September 1984 - January 1986
Portland General Electric July 1981 - September 1983
US Navy October 1973 - September 1979
Skills
NERC, Management, Electric Power, Smart Grid, Energy, Power Generation, Renewable Energy, Electricians, Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Transmission, SCADA, Program Management, Power Plants, Training, Project Planning, Factory, Gas Turbines, Nuclear, Energy Markets
Education
Capella University 2005 — 2009
BS Business, Finance
Portland Community College 1979 — 1984
AASMET, Mechanical Engineering
Rajakumari Reddy's First Solar Experience 2002 - 2003
Job Disaster Recovery and Production services lead
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Bank of America 2011 - Present
Bank of America July 2010 - December 2011
Countrywide Home Loans/Bank Of America May 2003 - January 2010
First Solar 2002 - 2003
UGS PLM SOLUTIONS January 2002 - November 2002
Nortel Networks November 1999 - December 2001
Skills
Test Automation, Manual Testing, Testing, Quality Center, SDLC, Quality Assurance, Test Cases, Test Planning, Requirements Analysis, User Acceptance Testing, QTP, Test Management, Requirements Gathering, Data Warehousing, Databases, Oracle, Software Quality..., Microsoft SQL Server, Waterfall, ERP, Software Project..., ETL
Education
California State University-East Bay 1995 — 1999
Masters, Computer Science
Osmania University 1991 — 1993
Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Bank of America 2011 - Present
Bank of America July 2010 - December 2011
Countrywide Home Loans/Bank Of America May 2003 - January 2010
First Solar 2002 - 2003
UGS PLM SOLUTIONS January 2002 - November 2002
Nortel Networks November 1999 - December 2001
Skills
Test Automation, Manual Testing, Testing, Quality Center, SDLC, Quality Assurance, Test Cases, Test Planning, Requirements Analysis, User Acceptance Testing, QTP, Test Management, Requirements Gathering, Data Warehousing, Databases, Oracle, Software Quality..., Microsoft SQL Server, Waterfall, ERP, Software Project..., ETL
Education
California State University-East Bay 1995 — 1999
Masters, Computer Science
Osmania University 1991 — 1993
Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Russ Hughes's First Solar Experience December 2010 - May 2012
Job Worldwide Controller at d.light design
Industry Computer Networking
Experience
d.light design March 2014 - Present
Onyx Pharmaceuticals September 2012 - March 2014
First Solar December 2010 - May 2012
Sun Microsystems 2006 - 2010
Synopsys 2005 - 2006
PLX Technology 2005 - 2005
Plantronics 2004 - 2004
Peninsula Pharmaceuticals 2003 - 2004
Intrabiotics Pharmaceuticals 1999 - 2003
LifeScan 1997 - 1999
Skills
Revenue Recognition, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Mergers, Software Documentation, Access, SEC filings, Business, Investor Relations, Entrepreneurship, Forecasting, Cash Management, Accounting, Managerial Finance, Financial Accounting, US GAAP, Corporate Finance, General Ledger, Auditing, Consolidation, Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Internal Audit, Budgets, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Start-ups, Financial Modeling, Tax, Risk Management, Internal Controls, Management, Process Improvement, Essbase, Payroll, Executive Management, ERP, GAAP, Business Process..., Strategic Planning, Cost Accounting, Financial Forecasting, SAP, CPA, Strategic Financial..., Acquisition Integration, Sarbanes-Oxley, Hyperion Enterprise, External Audit, Financial Planning
Education
Saint Mary's College of California 2011 — 2012
MBA, Global Social Business
California State University-Hayward - School of Business and Economics 1977 — 1979
BS, Accounting, Finance, Business, Tax
Mitty High School
Mitty High School
d.light design March 2014 - Present
Onyx Pharmaceuticals September 2012 - March 2014
First Solar December 2010 - May 2012
Sun Microsystems 2006 - 2010
Synopsys 2005 - 2006
PLX Technology 2005 - 2005
Plantronics 2004 - 2004
Peninsula Pharmaceuticals 2003 - 2004
Intrabiotics Pharmaceuticals 1999 - 2003
LifeScan 1997 - 1999
Skills
Revenue Recognition, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Mergers, Software Documentation, Access, SEC filings, Business, Investor Relations, Entrepreneurship, Forecasting, Cash Management, Accounting, Managerial Finance, Financial Accounting, US GAAP, Corporate Finance, General Ledger, Auditing, Consolidation, Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Internal Audit, Budgets, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Start-ups, Financial Modeling, Tax, Risk Management, Internal Controls, Management, Process Improvement, Essbase, Payroll, Executive Management, ERP, GAAP, Business Process..., Strategic Planning, Cost Accounting, Financial Forecasting, SAP, CPA, Strategic Financial..., Acquisition Integration, Sarbanes-Oxley, Hyperion Enterprise, External Audit, Financial Planning
Education
Saint Mary's College of California 2011 — 2012
MBA, Global Social Business
California State University-Hayward - School of Business and Economics 1977 — 1979
BS, Accounting, Finance, Business, Tax
Mitty High School
Mitty High School
James High's First Solar Experience 2009 - 2009
Job Sr. Manager, Capgemini's BIM Practice
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Capgemini April 2011 - Present
First Solar 2009 - 2009
Collabera 2007 - 2009
Limited Brands 2007 - 2008
Asurion 2005 - 2006
AlphaBlox 1999 - 2001
Platinum Technologies 1995 - 1996
Skills
Business Intelligence, SDLC, IT Strategy, Data Warehousing, Business Analysis, Data Modeling, Analytics, Business Process, Consulting, Business Process..., ETL, ERP, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Software, Integration, Management, Oracle, PMO, Program Management, Requirements Gathering, Software Project..., Solution Architecture, Vendor Management, Requirements Analysis
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 1993 — 1995
Master's of Science, Public Policy
Capgemini April 2011 - Present
First Solar 2009 - 2009
Collabera 2007 - 2009
Limited Brands 2007 - 2008
Asurion 2005 - 2006
AlphaBlox 1999 - 2001
Platinum Technologies 1995 - 1996
Skills
Business Intelligence, SDLC, IT Strategy, Data Warehousing, Business Analysis, Data Modeling, Analytics, Business Process, Consulting, Business Process..., ETL, ERP, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Software, Integration, Management, Oracle, PMO, Program Management, Requirements Gathering, Software Project..., Solution Architecture, Vendor Management, Requirements Analysis
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 1993 — 1995
Master's of Science, Public Policy
Ryan Sommers's First Solar Experience Computer TechnicianOwens Community CollegeNovember 2006 - December 2007
Job Help Desk Technician at First Solar
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
First Solar Computer TechnicianOwens Community CollegeNovember 2006 - December 2007
Education
Bowling Green State University 2001 — 2006
First Solar Computer TechnicianOwens Community CollegeNovember 2006 - December 2007
Education
Bowling Green State University 2001 — 2006
Kenneth Fisher's First Solar Experience April 2012 - June 2015
Job Mechanical Engineer
Industry Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Experience
First Solar April 2012 - June 2015
Energy Innovations July 2008 - February 2012
California Institute of Technology 2006 - 2006
Skills
Finite Element Analysis, Labview, Solar Energy, Matlab, Machining, Robotics, Engineering Management, Thermal, Photovoltaics, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, CAD, Solidworks, Product Lifecycle..., Product Development, Simulations, Heat Transfer, Design of Experiments, Design for Manufacturing, R&D, SolidWorks
Education
Caltech 2003 — 2008
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
First Solar April 2012 - June 2015
Energy Innovations July 2008 - February 2012
California Institute of Technology 2006 - 2006
Skills
Finite Element Analysis, Labview, Solar Energy, Matlab, Machining, Robotics, Engineering Management, Thermal, Photovoltaics, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, CAD, Solidworks, Product Lifecycle..., Product Development, Simulations, Heat Transfer, Design of Experiments, Design for Manufacturing, R&D, SolidWorks
Education
Caltech 2003 — 2008
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
Sly Poslowski's First Solar Experience October 2005 - Present
Job Manufacturing Engineer at First Solar
Industry Semiconductors
Reyes Carranza's First Solar Experience January 2013 - September 2013
Job Epic Applications Analyst I at Providence Health & Services
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Providence Health & Services April 2015 - Present
Desert AIDS Project September 2013 - March 2015
First Solar January 2013 - September 2013
Eisenhower Medical Center May 2007 - October 2012
San Diego National Bank 1999 - 2007
California Western School of Law 1995 - 1999
Skills
Software Documentation, Healthcare Information..., HIPAA, System Administration, Networking, Disaster Recovery, Windows Server, Healthcare, Microsoft Office, Active Directory, Project Management, Visio, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Process Improvement, PowerPoint, PACS, Software Implementation, Windows 7, Meditech, Windows, Cerner, HL7, Computer Hardware, Hospitals, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, Research, Vendor Management, Meaningful Use, Electronic Health Record, Greenway Medical, ICD-9, ICD-10, Servers, Technical Support, System Deployment, Information Technology, Databases, Software Installation, EHR
Education
Landmark Education 2009 — 2014
Individual Seminar Courses, Personal Awareness and Self-Improvement, N/A
San Diego State University-California State University 1994 — 1996
Master of Arts (M.A.), Film/Cinema/Video Studies, 3.6 GPA
California State University-San Bernardino 1991 — 1994
Bachelor's Degree, Communications, 3.4
California Lutheran University 1984 — 1986
BA, Music/Theater
Providence Health & Services April 2015 - Present
Desert AIDS Project September 2013 - March 2015
First Solar January 2013 - September 2013
Eisenhower Medical Center May 2007 - October 2012
San Diego National Bank 1999 - 2007
California Western School of Law 1995 - 1999
Skills
Software Documentation, Healthcare Information..., HIPAA, System Administration, Networking, Disaster Recovery, Windows Server, Healthcare, Microsoft Office, Active Directory, Project Management, Visio, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Process Improvement, PowerPoint, PACS, Software Implementation, Windows 7, Meditech, Windows, Cerner, HL7, Computer Hardware, Hospitals, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, Research, Vendor Management, Meaningful Use, Electronic Health Record, Greenway Medical, ICD-9, ICD-10, Servers, Technical Support, System Deployment, Information Technology, Databases, Software Installation, EHR
Education
Landmark Education 2009 — 2014
Individual Seminar Courses, Personal Awareness and Self-Improvement, N/A
San Diego State University-California State University 1994 — 1996
Master of Arts (M.A.), Film/Cinema/Video Studies, 3.6 GPA
California State University-San Bernardino 1991 — 1994
Bachelor's Degree, Communications, 3.4
California Lutheran University 1984 — 1986
BA, Music/Theater
Frank X. Schoen's First Solar Experience March 2008 - August 2010
Job Project Finance Lawyer at White & Case LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
White & Case LLP January 2014 - Present
Latham & Watkins August 2010 - December 2013
First Solar March 2008 - August 2010
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP 2005 - 2008
Investor Group Services (IGS) 2001 - 2002
CSMG 2000 - 2001
Skills
Corporate Law, Securities Regulation, Joint Ventures, Project Finance, Finance, Power Project..., Renewable Energy, EPC, Contract Negotiation, Due Diligence, Securities Offerings, Leveraged Finance, Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Governance, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Corporate Finance, Legal Advice, Management
Education
New York University School of Law 2002 — 2005
JD
Brown University 1996 — 2000
AB
White & Case LLP January 2014 - Present
Latham & Watkins August 2010 - December 2013
First Solar March 2008 - August 2010
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP 2005 - 2008
Investor Group Services (IGS) 2001 - 2002
CSMG 2000 - 2001
Skills
Corporate Law, Securities Regulation, Joint Ventures, Project Finance, Finance, Power Project..., Renewable Energy, EPC, Contract Negotiation, Due Diligence, Securities Offerings, Leveraged Finance, Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Governance, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Corporate Finance, Legal Advice, Management
Education
New York University School of Law 2002 — 2005
JD
Brown University 1996 — 2000
AB
Kevin Murnen's First Solar Experience December 2014 - Present
Job Global Supplier Quality & Development at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar December 2014 - Present
First Solar, Inc. June 2009 - Present
TRW October 1999 - November 2008
Varity Kelsey-Hayes (TRW) March 1994 - October 1999
Hayes Lemmerz International (Hayes Wheels) (Kelsey-Hayes) August 1991 - March 1994
Kelsey-Hayes December 1989 - August 1991
Kelsey-Hayes August 1987 - December 1989
Kelsey-Hayes - Romulus Plant August 1985 - August 1987
Kelsey-Hayes Company July 1983 - August 1985
Skills
Quality Management, Risk Management, Time Management, Cost Management, ISO, Quality Systems, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Problem Solving, Manufacturing, Cost Reduction, Automotive, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Business Management, Change Management, Supply Chain Management, Project Planning, MS Project, Customer Relations, SAP, Supplier Quality, Quality System, Supplier Development, SPC, Green Belt, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Management, Staff Management, Manufacturing..., Quality Assurance, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Photovoltaics
Education
Bowling Green State University
Masters - Business Adminstration, General Business - Marketing
University of Toledo
Business Adminstration, Operations Management
Toledo Central Catholic
College Prep., College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
First Solar December 2014 - Present
First Solar, Inc. June 2009 - Present
TRW October 1999 - November 2008
Varity Kelsey-Hayes (TRW) March 1994 - October 1999
Hayes Lemmerz International (Hayes Wheels) (Kelsey-Hayes) August 1991 - March 1994
Kelsey-Hayes December 1989 - August 1991
Kelsey-Hayes August 1987 - December 1989
Kelsey-Hayes - Romulus Plant August 1985 - August 1987
Kelsey-Hayes Company July 1983 - August 1985
Skills
Quality Management, Risk Management, Time Management, Cost Management, ISO, Quality Systems, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Problem Solving, Manufacturing, Cost Reduction, Automotive, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Business Management, Change Management, Supply Chain Management, Project Planning, MS Project, Customer Relations, SAP, Supplier Quality, Quality System, Supplier Development, SPC, Green Belt, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Management, Staff Management, Manufacturing..., Quality Assurance, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Photovoltaics
Education
Bowling Green State University
Masters - Business Adminstration, General Business - Marketing
University of Toledo
Business Adminstration, Operations Management
Toledo Central Catholic
College Prep., College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Joshua Scheub's First Solar Experience November 2009 - Present
Job Project Manager at First Solar
Industry Design
Experience
First Solar November 2009 - Present
Dana Corporation October 1999 - August 2008
Century Equipment June 1998 - September 1999
Skills
AutoCAD, 3D, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, Engineering, 3D rendering, Pro Engineer, Project Management, Animation, Modeling, Video Editing, Installation Design, Layout, Product Design, Illustrator, Process Improvement, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, PIDs, MS Project, Total Station
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2006
None, Digital Art, GPA-3.8
Owens Community College 1998 — 2000
Associates, Mechanical Design/CAD
The Defiance College 1994 — 1996
Computer Science
First Solar November 2009 - Present
Dana Corporation October 1999 - August 2008
Century Equipment June 1998 - September 1999
Skills
AutoCAD, 3D, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, Engineering, 3D rendering, Pro Engineer, Project Management, Animation, Modeling, Video Editing, Installation Design, Layout, Product Design, Illustrator, Process Improvement, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, PIDs, MS Project, Total Station
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2006
None, Digital Art, GPA-3.8
Owens Community College 1998 — 2000
Associates, Mechanical Design/CAD
The Defiance College 1994 — 1996
Computer Science
Rhonda Grimm's First Solar Experience July 2009 - Present
Job Technical Writer at LaZBoy Incorporated
Industry Retail
Experience
First Solar July 2009 - Present
La-Z-Boy January 2001 - July 2009
Education
Bowling Green State University
Technical and Scientific Communication
First Solar July 2009 - Present
La-Z-Boy January 2001 - July 2009
Education
Bowling Green State University
Technical and Scientific Communication
Mary Brydges's First Solar Experience March 2012 - July 2014
Job Manager, Business Applications at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar March 2012 - July 2014
First Solar April 2011 - March 2012
First Solar August 2009 - May 2011
Owens Corning August 2008 - July 2009
Owens Corning June 2006 - August 2008
Dana Corporation November 2005 - June 2006
Dana Holding Corporation August 2001 - November 2005
Dana Holding Corporation February 2000 - August 2001
Dana Holding Corporation February 2000 - August 2001
Opinion Research Corporation May 1997 - June 1998
Skills
Change Management, Process Improvement, Program Management, ERP, PMP, Six Sigma, Software Documentation, Integration, Business Process, Cross-functional Team..., SharePoint, SAP, Agile Methodologies, SAP R/3, Strategy, Enterprise Software, Project Management
Education
Bowling Green State University
BS, Computer Science
First Solar March 2012 - July 2014
First Solar April 2011 - March 2012
First Solar August 2009 - May 2011
Owens Corning August 2008 - July 2009
Owens Corning June 2006 - August 2008
Dana Corporation November 2005 - June 2006
Dana Holding Corporation August 2001 - November 2005
Dana Holding Corporation February 2000 - August 2001
Dana Holding Corporation February 2000 - August 2001
Opinion Research Corporation May 1997 - June 1998
Skills
Change Management, Process Improvement, Program Management, ERP, PMP, Six Sigma, Software Documentation, Integration, Business Process, Cross-functional Team..., SharePoint, SAP, Agile Methodologies, SAP R/3, Strategy, Enterprise Software, Project Management
Education
Bowling Green State University
BS, Computer Science
John H. Pickett III's First Solar Experience January 2012 - June 2013
Job Senior Project Manager at Ford Motor Credit Company
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Ford Motor Credit Company August 2014 - Present
First Solar January 2012 - June 2013
First Solar January 2011 - December 2012
First Solar October 2008 - December 2010
NUMMI January 1998 - October 2008
NUMMI January 1994 - December 1998
Skills
Process Improvement, Program Management, Project Portfolio..., Integration, SharePoint, SDLC, Project Management, Visio, Process Engineering, Change Management, PRINCE2, ITIL Expert Certified, SSAS 2008, SSRS 2008, Planivew, Remedy Administration, Planview Administration, IP Networking, IBM Rational, HP Load Runner, HP ALM, Business Objects..., Buisness Objects Reports, Cisco Routers & Switches, MS Windows Servers, .Net Development, Service Catalog, CMDB, Netscout Sniffer, Critical Chain Project..., PMO, Project Delivery, ITIL, Servers, Management, IT Service Management, Information Technology
Education
CSU Chico
Master of Science (M.S.)
California State University-Chico
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
The Knowledge Academy
The Knowledge Academy
Ford Motor Credit Company August 2014 - Present
First Solar January 2012 - June 2013
First Solar January 2011 - December 2012
First Solar October 2008 - December 2010
NUMMI January 1998 - October 2008
NUMMI January 1994 - December 1998
Skills
Process Improvement, Program Management, Project Portfolio..., Integration, SharePoint, SDLC, Project Management, Visio, Process Engineering, Change Management, PRINCE2, ITIL Expert Certified, SSAS 2008, SSRS 2008, Planivew, Remedy Administration, Planview Administration, IP Networking, IBM Rational, HP Load Runner, HP ALM, Business Objects..., Buisness Objects Reports, Cisco Routers & Switches, MS Windows Servers, .Net Development, Service Catalog, CMDB, Netscout Sniffer, Critical Chain Project..., PMO, Project Delivery, ITIL, Servers, Management, IT Service Management, Information Technology
Education
CSU Chico
Master of Science (M.S.)
California State University-Chico
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
The Knowledge Academy
The Knowledge Academy
Deepak Narayan's First Solar Experience July 2011 - Present
Job System Admin III at First Solar
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
First Solar July 2011 - Present
Cognizant Technology Solutions March 2011 - June 2011
Hexaware Technologies August 2009 - March 2011
Hexaware Technologies October 2004 - June 2007
Skills
XML Publisher, Production Support, PeopleSoft, SQR, SDLC, Security, Testing, Requirements Analysis, Oracle, Change Management, Troubleshooting, Visio, Requirements Gathering, Crystal Reports, PL/SQL, SQL
Education
Central Michigan University 2007 — 2009
Management of Information Systems, Information Technology
Hindustan engg. college 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Information Technology
First Solar July 2011 - Present
Cognizant Technology Solutions March 2011 - June 2011
Hexaware Technologies August 2009 - March 2011
Hexaware Technologies October 2004 - June 2007
Skills
XML Publisher, Production Support, PeopleSoft, SQR, SDLC, Security, Testing, Requirements Analysis, Oracle, Change Management, Troubleshooting, Visio, Requirements Gathering, Crystal Reports, PL/SQL, SQL
Education
Central Michigan University 2007 — 2009
Management of Information Systems, Information Technology
Hindustan engg. college 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Information Technology
Alton Lynum, PHR, CCP's First Solar Experience August 2010 - July 2012
Job Compensation Consultant at Nationwide Insurance
Industry Insurance
Experience
Nationwide Insurance December 2013 - Present
Nationwide Insurance March 2013 - December 2013
EXPRESS July 2012 - February 2013
First Solar August 2010 - July 2012
First Solar Inc. May 2009 - August 2010
Therma Tru May 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Job Analysis, Job Evaluation, Market Pricing, PeopleSoft, Microsoft Office, EEO, Compensation, HRIS, HR Policies, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Recruiting, Sourcing, New Hire Orientations, Applicant Tracking..., Job Descriptions
Education
Capital University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Toledo 2005 — 2009
BBA
Nationwide Insurance December 2013 - Present
Nationwide Insurance March 2013 - December 2013
EXPRESS July 2012 - February 2013
First Solar August 2010 - July 2012
First Solar Inc. May 2009 - August 2010
Therma Tru May 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Job Analysis, Job Evaluation, Market Pricing, PeopleSoft, Microsoft Office, EEO, Compensation, HRIS, HR Policies, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Recruiting, Sourcing, New Hire Orientations, Applicant Tracking..., Job Descriptions
Education
Capital University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Toledo 2005 — 2009
BBA
Nicholas Farkas's First Solar Experience June 2009 - January 2011
Job Product Development Manager at Terves Inc.
Industry Research
Experience
Terves Inc. October 2014 - Present
Terves Inc. June 2013 - October 2014
Powdermet, Inc. October 2011 - June 2013
Powdermet, Inc. January 2011 - October 2011
First Solar June 2009 - January 2011
Powdermet Inc. May 2008 - May 2009
Case Western Reserve University December 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Materials Science, Materials, Design of Experiments, R&D, Powder X-ray Diffraction, CVD, Fluidization, Nanoparticles, Coatings Technology, Attrition Reduction, Casting, Proposal Writing, Grant Writing, Contract Negotiation, Government Contracting, SBIR
Education
Case Western Reserve University
B.S., Materials Science and Engineering
Terves Inc. October 2014 - Present
Terves Inc. June 2013 - October 2014
Powdermet, Inc. October 2011 - June 2013
Powdermet, Inc. January 2011 - October 2011
First Solar June 2009 - January 2011
Powdermet Inc. May 2008 - May 2009
Case Western Reserve University December 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Materials Science, Materials, Design of Experiments, R&D, Powder X-ray Diffraction, CVD, Fluidization, Nanoparticles, Coatings Technology, Attrition Reduction, Casting, Proposal Writing, Grant Writing, Contract Negotiation, Government Contracting, SBIR
Education
Case Western Reserve University
B.S., Materials Science and Engineering
Tommy Azar's First Solar Experience March 2012 - Present
Job Maximo Data Quality Specialist at First Solar
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
First Solar March 2012 - Present
Epiq Systems July 2011 - January 2012
Quest Software (Currently Dell) August 2010 - July 2011
Wolters Kluwer Pharma Solutions April 2006 - March 2010
Quest Software (Currently Dell) December 2000 - April 2006
Sun Coast General Agency, Inc September 1997 - November 2000
Eastwood Insurance Brokerage January 1996 - July 1997
Sports Authority May 1994 - November 1995
Skills
Databases, Research, Customer Service, Healthcare, Microsoft Office, Access, Data Analysis, CMMS, Maximo, Software Documentation, Troubleshooting, Solar PV, Testing, Management, Training
Education
Computer Education Institute 2000 — 2000
Microsoft Certifications
California State University-Fullerton 1988 — 1992
Business Administration
First Solar March 2012 - Present
Epiq Systems July 2011 - January 2012
Quest Software (Currently Dell) August 2010 - July 2011
Wolters Kluwer Pharma Solutions April 2006 - March 2010
Quest Software (Currently Dell) December 2000 - April 2006
Sun Coast General Agency, Inc September 1997 - November 2000
Eastwood Insurance Brokerage January 1996 - July 1997
Sports Authority May 1994 - November 1995
Skills
Databases, Research, Customer Service, Healthcare, Microsoft Office, Access, Data Analysis, CMMS, Maximo, Software Documentation, Troubleshooting, Solar PV, Testing, Management, Training
Education
Computer Education Institute 2000 — 2000
Microsoft Certifications
California State University-Fullerton 1988 — 1992
Business Administration
Louis Albanese's First Solar Experience January 2011 - June 2012
Job Venture Capital at Saudi Aramco
Industry Venture Capital & Private Equity
Experience
Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures March 2014 - Present
Exec, Inc. July 2012 - January 2014
First Solar January 2011 - June 2012
Merrill Lynch 2007 - 2010
Ellington Management Group 2006 - 2007
Skills
Financial Modeling, Valuation, Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, Renewable Energy, Strategy, Corporate Development, Finance, Start-ups, Energy, Venture Capital, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cat Herding
Education
Claremont McKenna College
Bachelor of Arts, Financial Economics
Phillips Exeter Academy
Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures March 2014 - Present
Exec, Inc. July 2012 - January 2014
First Solar January 2011 - June 2012
Merrill Lynch 2007 - 2010
Ellington Management Group 2006 - 2007
Skills
Financial Modeling, Valuation, Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, Renewable Energy, Strategy, Corporate Development, Finance, Start-ups, Energy, Venture Capital, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cat Herding
Education
Claremont McKenna College
Bachelor of Arts, Financial Economics
Phillips Exeter Academy
Graham Blatz's First Solar Experience January 2010 - Present
Job Data Miner/Analyst at First Solar
Industry Research
Experience
First Solar January 2010 - Present
Kosciusko County Health Department May 2008 - November 2010
Skills
Statistics, Statistical Modeling, JMP, SAS, Continuous Improvement, Design of Experiments, Data Analysis, Visual Basic, Databases, Analysis, Analytics, C++, SPC, Minitab, Process Engineering, Six Sigma, Testing, Engineering
Education
Bowling Green State University 2009 — 2010
Master of Science, Applied Statistics
Grace College & Seminary 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Statistics, Accounting
First Solar January 2010 - Present
Kosciusko County Health Department May 2008 - November 2010
Skills
Statistics, Statistical Modeling, JMP, SAS, Continuous Improvement, Design of Experiments, Data Analysis, Visual Basic, Databases, Analysis, Analytics, C++, SPC, Minitab, Process Engineering, Six Sigma, Testing, Engineering
Education
Bowling Green State University 2009 — 2010
Master of Science, Applied Statistics
Grace College & Seminary 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Statistics, Accounting
Rodney Mintz's First Solar Experience January 2012 - August 2012
Job Civil Design Engineer at EG Civil
Industry Civil Engineering
Experience
EG Civil July 2014 - Present
Central Coast Realty 2010 - Present
Graduate Project December 2013 - March 2014
Irrigation Training and Research Center at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo July 2013 - March 2014
Resource Conservation District 2014 - 2014
First Solar January 2012 - August 2012
James W. Fowler Co. September 2007 - June 2009
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Water, Microsoft Excel, Hydraulics, ArcGIS, Civil Engineering, Construction, Groundwater, Water Resources, AutoCAD, Drainage, Construction Management, Stormwater Management, GIS, HEC-RAS
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2012 — 2014
Master's degree, Water Resources Engineering
Adrian C Wilcox
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
BS, Mechanical Engineering
EG Civil July 2014 - Present
Central Coast Realty 2010 - Present
Graduate Project December 2013 - March 2014
Irrigation Training and Research Center at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo July 2013 - March 2014
Resource Conservation District 2014 - 2014
First Solar January 2012 - August 2012
James W. Fowler Co. September 2007 - June 2009
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Water, Microsoft Excel, Hydraulics, ArcGIS, Civil Engineering, Construction, Groundwater, Water Resources, AutoCAD, Drainage, Construction Management, Stormwater Management, GIS, HEC-RAS
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2012 — 2014
Master's degree, Water Resources Engineering
Adrian C Wilcox
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Daniel Arose's First Solar Experience March 2011 - Present
Job Site Designer
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar March 2011 - Present
First Solar October 2009 - March 2011
Falcon Engineering August 2008 - October 2009
Skills
CAD, Project Engineering, Renewable Energy, AutoCAD, Solar Energy, Inventor, Energy Efficiency, Engineering, Photovoltaics, Project Management, Alternative Energy, Engineering Management, Construction Management, Construction, Energy, Project Planning, Solar PV
Education
NJIT 2010 — 2014
SET, Surveying
Brookdale Community College 2005 — 2008
AAS, Computer Aided Design
First Solar March 2011 - Present
First Solar October 2009 - March 2011
Falcon Engineering August 2008 - October 2009
Skills
CAD, Project Engineering, Renewable Energy, AutoCAD, Solar Energy, Inventor, Energy Efficiency, Engineering, Photovoltaics, Project Management, Alternative Energy, Engineering Management, Construction Management, Construction, Energy, Project Planning, Solar PV
Education
NJIT 2010 — 2014
SET, Surveying
Brookdale Community College 2005 — 2008
AAS, Computer Aided Design
Alexandria Vallejo's First Solar Experience February 2010 - May 2011
Job Portfolio Analyst at Southern California Edison
Industry Utilities
Experience
Southern California Edison (SCE) January 2014 - Present
Southern California Edison May 2011 - January 2014
First Solar February 2010 - May 2011
Edison Mission Energy May 2008 - February 2010
Skills
Renewable Energy, Energy, Solar Energy
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's, Psychology & Criminal Justice
Southern California Edison (SCE) January 2014 - Present
Southern California Edison May 2011 - January 2014
First Solar February 2010 - May 2011
Edison Mission Energy May 2008 - February 2010
Skills
Renewable Energy, Energy, Solar Energy
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's, Psychology & Criminal Justice
Michele Youngdale's First Solar Experience 2011 - Present
Job Occupational Health Nurse, Case Manager North America First Solar
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
First Solar 2011 - Present
National Healing Corporation 2008 - May 2011
ProMedica October 2001 - October 2008
Skills
Healthcare, Policy, Healthcare Management, Hospitals, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Program Management, Nursing, Team Building, Process Improvement, Occupational Health, EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, Training
Education
Bowling Green State University
BSN, Nursing
Medical College of Ohio
MSIH/MSOH, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health
First Solar 2011 - Present
National Healing Corporation 2008 - May 2011
ProMedica October 2001 - October 2008
Skills
Healthcare, Policy, Healthcare Management, Hospitals, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Program Management, Nursing, Team Building, Process Improvement, Occupational Health, EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, Training
Education
Bowling Green State University
BSN, Nursing
Medical College of Ohio
MSIH/MSOH, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health
Timothy Costa's First Solar Experience February 2014 - Present
Job Site Logistics, First Solar, 250MW Moapa
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
First Solar February 2014 - Present
Aristocrat Technologies December 2008 - February 2013
Holiday Systems International 2007 - 2008
Fresh Ideas 2004 - 2007
Aztec Logistics 2001 - 2004
Shaws 1995 - 2001
UPS 1994 - 1995
UPS 1991 - 1994
UPS 1990 - 1991
UPS 1988 - 1991
Skills
Warehousing, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, Material Handling, Process Improvement, Sales Operations, 3PL, Warehouse Management, Project Management, Inventory Management, Six Sigma, Operations Management, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Procurement, Program Management, Budgets, Management, Manufacturing, Training, Logistics Management, Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain..., Inventory Control, MRP, Materials Management, P&L Management, Distribution Center..., Outsourcing, Supply Management, Purchasing, Shipping, Demand Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Transportation..., Production Planning, Forecasting, Customer Satisfaction, Cross-functional Team..., Reverse Logistics, Freight, Value Stream Mapping, Global Sourcing, Strategic Planning, Business Process..., Pricing, Air Freight
Education
Cambridge College 2001 — 2003
Masters, Management
Eastern Nazarene College 1998 — 2001
BS, Business
University of Massachusetts Boston 1982 — 1986
BS, Industrial Engineering
First Solar February 2014 - Present
Aristocrat Technologies December 2008 - February 2013
Holiday Systems International 2007 - 2008
Fresh Ideas 2004 - 2007
Aztec Logistics 2001 - 2004
Shaws 1995 - 2001
UPS 1994 - 1995
UPS 1991 - 1994
UPS 1990 - 1991
UPS 1988 - 1991
Skills
Warehousing, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, Material Handling, Process Improvement, Sales Operations, 3PL, Warehouse Management, Project Management, Inventory Management, Six Sigma, Operations Management, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Procurement, Program Management, Budgets, Management, Manufacturing, Training, Logistics Management, Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain..., Inventory Control, MRP, Materials Management, P&L Management, Distribution Center..., Outsourcing, Supply Management, Purchasing, Shipping, Demand Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Transportation..., Production Planning, Forecasting, Customer Satisfaction, Cross-functional Team..., Reverse Logistics, Freight, Value Stream Mapping, Global Sourcing, Strategic Planning, Business Process..., Pricing, Air Freight
Education
Cambridge College 2001 — 2003
Masters, Management
Eastern Nazarene College 1998 — 2001
BS, Business
University of Massachusetts Boston 1982 — 1986
BS, Industrial Engineering
Karen Rose's First Solar Experience February 2009 - Present
Job Project Manager at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar February 2009 - Present
Owens Corning October 1992 - February 2009
Hawaii Medical Service Association November 1991 - October 1992
Blue Cross Blue Sheild of Ohio July 1986 - November 1991
Skills
HR Project Management, PeopleSoft, eCompensation, Recruiting, ADP Payroll, Microsoft SQL Server, SQR Programming, Oracle, Kronos - Timekeeping &..., Change Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Team Management, Project Planning, Leadership, Performance Management
Education
Bowling Green State University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Management Information Systems and Services, Cum Laude
First Solar February 2009 - Present
Owens Corning October 1992 - February 2009
Hawaii Medical Service Association November 1991 - October 1992
Blue Cross Blue Sheild of Ohio July 1986 - November 1991
Skills
HR Project Management, PeopleSoft, eCompensation, Recruiting, ADP Payroll, Microsoft SQL Server, SQR Programming, Oracle, Kronos - Timekeeping &..., Change Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Team Management, Project Planning, Leadership, Performance Management
Education
Bowling Green State University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Management Information Systems and Services, Cum Laude
Kirby Hunt's First Solar Experience February 2012 - Present
Job Fleet Performance Engineering Manager at First Solar
Industry Utilities
Experience
First Solar February 2012 - Present
Stirling Energy Systems October 2009 - October 2011
Stirling Energy Systems November 2007 - October 2009
Stirling Energy Systems November 2006 - November 2007
Pratt and Whitney January 2001 - October 2006
Pratt and Whitney January 1998 - January 2001
BYU Mechanical Engineering Dept January 1996 - January 1997
OEC Medical Systems April 1996 - August 1996
Skills
Engineering, Energy, Engineering Management, Power Generation, Renewable Energy
Education
Brigham Young University
B.S, Mechanical Engineering
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
M.S, Mechanical Engineering 2003; system design and thermodynamics
First Solar February 2012 - Present
Stirling Energy Systems October 2009 - October 2011
Stirling Energy Systems November 2007 - October 2009
Stirling Energy Systems November 2006 - November 2007
Pratt and Whitney January 2001 - October 2006
Pratt and Whitney January 1998 - January 2001
BYU Mechanical Engineering Dept January 1996 - January 1997
OEC Medical Systems April 1996 - August 1996
Skills
Engineering, Energy, Engineering Management, Power Generation, Renewable Energy
Education
Brigham Young University
B.S, Mechanical Engineering
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
M.S, Mechanical Engineering 2003; system design and thermodynamics
kamal khalil's First Solar Experience May 2012 - June 2014
Job O and M Site Manager at BlueNRGY
Industry Construction
Experience
BlueNRGY January 2015 - Present
World Wind Services/EDP Renewables September 2014 - January 2015
First Solar May 2012 - June 2014
ak engineering March 2004 - April 2012
CONSTRUCTION August 1994 - June 2000
Skills
Construction Management, Construction, Contract Management, MS Project, Project Engineering, Project Management, Engineering, Value Engineering, Project Planning, Electrical Engineering, Commissioning, Inspection, Microsoft Project, Electricians, Energy, Wiring, EPC, Power Plants
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1988 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 3
California State University-Long Beach 1988 — 1994
Electrical Engineering
BlueNRGY January 2015 - Present
World Wind Services/EDP Renewables September 2014 - January 2015
First Solar May 2012 - June 2014
ak engineering March 2004 - April 2012
CONSTRUCTION August 1994 - June 2000
Skills
Construction Management, Construction, Contract Management, MS Project, Project Engineering, Project Management, Engineering, Value Engineering, Project Planning, Electrical Engineering, Commissioning, Inspection, Microsoft Project, Electricians, Energy, Wiring, EPC, Power Plants
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1988 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 3
California State University-Long Beach 1988 — 1994
Electrical Engineering
Matt Osterholt's First Solar Experience June 2012 - August 2012
Job Process Engineer at Peet's Coffee & Tea
Industry Music
Experience
Peet's Coffee & Tea June 2014 - Present
Frankie Teardrop's Community Space June 2013 - January 2014
First Solar June 2012 - August 2012
Dunlop Manufacturing June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Kanban, Time Study, MS Project, Six Sigma, MRP, Production Planning, Manufacturing, Project Management, Engineering, Design of Experiments
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering
Peet's Coffee & Tea June 2014 - Present
Frankie Teardrop's Community Space June 2013 - January 2014
First Solar June 2012 - August 2012
Dunlop Manufacturing June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Kanban, Time Study, MS Project, Six Sigma, MRP, Production Planning, Manufacturing, Project Management, Engineering, Design of Experiments
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering
Catherine Alguire's First Solar Experience May 2012 - December 2012
Job Business Analyst II
Industry Banking
Experience
PNC August 2014 - Present
ERT April 2013 - August 2014
Ciber December 2012 - April 2013
First Solar May 2012 - December 2012
Marathon Petroleum Company January 2012 - May 2012
Huntington National Bank May 2011 - January 2012
Bowling Green State University August 2007 - June 2011
Staples December 2006 - January 2011
Skills
Access, Visio
Education
Bowling Green State University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Management Information Systems
PNC August 2014 - Present
ERT April 2013 - August 2014
Ciber December 2012 - April 2013
First Solar May 2012 - December 2012
Marathon Petroleum Company January 2012 - May 2012
Huntington National Bank May 2011 - January 2012
Bowling Green State University August 2007 - June 2011
Staples December 2006 - January 2011
Skills
Access, Visio
Education
Bowling Green State University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Management Information Systems
Stacey Altman's First Solar Experience 2011 - Present
Job DET at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar 2011 - Present
The Lubrizol Corporation 2005 - 2011
Skills
Quality System, Design of Experiments, R&D, Quality Control, ISO, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, GMP, Validation, Lean Manufacturing, Gas Chromatography, Laboratory
Education
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Microbiology, General
First Solar 2011 - Present
The Lubrizol Corporation 2005 - 2011
Skills
Quality System, Design of Experiments, R&D, Quality Control, ISO, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, GMP, Validation, Lean Manufacturing, Gas Chromatography, Laboratory
Education
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Microbiology, General
Stephen Rayl's First Solar Experience August 2011 - Present
Job IT Support Technician II at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar August 2011 - Present
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, Customer Support, Computer Hardware, Computer Repair, IT Operations, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP Pro, Dell Computers
Education
University of Toledo 2003 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Capital University 2001 — 2002
First Solar August 2011 - Present
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, Customer Support, Computer Hardware, Computer Repair, IT Operations, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP Pro, Dell Computers
Education
University of Toledo 2003 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Capital University 2001 — 2002
Tracy Lorance's First Solar Experience 2015 - 2015
Job
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
First Solar 2015 - 2015
SBM Site Services December 2012 - December 2013
Education
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
California State University-Fullerton 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing
First Solar 2015 - 2015
SBM Site Services December 2012 - December 2013
Education
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
California State University-Fullerton 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing
Justin Wehr's First Solar Experience May 2012 - Present
Job MES Software Developer at First Solar
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
First Solar May 2012 - Present
First Solar February 2011 - May 2012
First Solar January 2010 - February 2011
Skills
.NET, SQL, Visual Studio, SSIS
Education
Bowling Green State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science
First Solar May 2012 - Present
First Solar February 2011 - May 2012
First Solar January 2010 - February 2011
Skills
.NET, SQL, Visual Studio, SSIS
Education
Bowling Green State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science
Intel Corporation
Intel
Freescale Semiconductor
National Semiconductor
KLA-Tencor
Analog Devices
ON Semiconductor
STMicroelectronics