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Without question, Patrick's passion is renewable energy:
Senior Product Developer
RBI Solar Inc.
Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 · 1 yr 1 mo
Cincinnati Area, KY
RBI Solar designs, engineers, fabricates and constructs the most attractive and durable solar racking structures on the market. Each solar structure is customized to a client's needs, creating the most functional and cost-effective solar installation available.
Typical Tasks Included:
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Development: Developed new and improved solar structures for commercial applications.
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Sales: Engaged with personal network and followed on existing leads.
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Customer Support: Met with clients to discuss needs.
Designer, Consultant and Developer
Self Employed at Applied Sunshine, LLC
Jul 2009 – Jun 2013 · 4 yrs
Engaged with a multitude of clients in the commercial solar PV and solar thermal market throughout the Midwest. Enjoyed the freedom of self-employment and the education that comes from many business relationships. Stayed well connected to solar technologies, manufacturers, and the industry’s top professionals.
Typical Tasks Included:
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Strategic Consulting: Business plan and sales strategy development.
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Initial Phase Design: Feasibility studies, cost analysis, and installation planning.
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Team Leadership: Creating goals, effective communication, and supervision.
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Conduct Training: Safety, roofing practices, solar components, planning, management, and technologies.
Co-Founder and CTO
Brightfield Transportation Solutions
Feb 2008 – Aug 2012 · 4 yrs 7 mos
Asheville, North Carolina Area
Brightfield Transportation Solutions™ (BTS) is seizing the opportunities and addressing the challenges confronting electric vehicle (EV) deployment. BTS is leading the installation of EV charging infrastructure that utilizes solar power, introducing integrated EV technologies, and empowering stakeholders with opportunities to invest in the future of green transportation.
Business Development
Cape Eleuthera Institute
Jun 2007 – Jul 2009 · 2 yrs 2 mos
Bahamas
Cape Systems, previously a for-profit branch of CEI, played a major role in expanding renewable energy and biofuels in The Bahamas. By establishing strategic partnerships with government, we were able to encourage policy change and renewable energy adoption nationwide. Cape Systems provides turn-key renewable energy systems and energy consulting services to resorts and other businesses.
Specific Tasks: Design, sales, project management, and installation.
Systems Integrator
Entropy Ltd.
Mar 2006 – May 2007 · 1 yr 3 mos
Active in all aspects of small business contracting for renewable energy and super-efficient heating systems. Learned design and installation techniques from the region's most experienced solar thermal expert.
Adjunct Professor
Hocking College
Oct 2004 – Mar 2007 · 2 yrs 6 mos
Responsible for developing curriculum, installing systems, and instructing renewable energy courses to college students on a remote island field station in The Bahamas.
Assistant Manager
Independent Energy Solutions – Solar Engineering & Construction
Jun 2005 – Dec 2005 · 7 mos
Shadowed company president to facilitate all levels of design and project management for residential and small commercial solar PV systems.
General Manager
Dovetail Solar and Wind
Mar 2002 – Sep 2005 · 3 yrs 7 mos
Athens, OH
Engaged in marketing, sales, business development, design, and installation of residential and commercial renewable energy systems in Ohio and surrounding states.
