#138: Beyond the Assessment: How Phil Johnston & E4E Delivers Full-Cycle Energy Projects
Phil Johnston reveals how his firm turns consulting insights into turnkey energy efficiency solutions.
#137: Sustainability Without Politics: David Adams on Getting It Right
In a polarized space, David focuses on practical, profitable sustainability — and how to plan 100 years ahead.
#136 Smart Irrigation, Smarter Teams: Inside HydroPoint with Meg Mason
Explore how HydroPoint is shaping the water efficiency space—and what it takes to build a strong team.
#135 Carbon Credits & Culture Fits: A Startup CEO’s Strategy
Learn how Fritz combines innovative financing with smart hiring to build a mission-driven company.
#133 Hiring with Purpose: Lessons from Environ’s Chris Recine
Hiring mistakes cost time and money. In our latest episode, Chris Recine of EnViron Energy shares what he's learned from years of hiring, firing, and scaling in the energy efficiency space. Hear how character and motivation drive success.
#132 Global Roots, Entrepreneurial Drive: Harry Rahman’s Career Story
From entrepreneur to director at XPEL, Harry Rahman shares how window film tech is disrupting the building efficiency space. Plus, his honest take on hiring mistakes and what really matters in recruitment.
#131 People First: How Bill Kent Builds a Global Energy Community
This episode dives into AEE's mission, mentorship, and the importance of people in energy efficiency.
#130 The ESCO Talent Dilemma: Hiring for Skills vs. Experience
Case Study: How we helped a mechanical contractor’s energy services division successfully hire outside the traditional talent pool by prioritizing solution-selling skills over direct industry experience.
#129 NAESCO Federal Market Update 2025
Jim provides an update of the NAESCO federal workshop, noting both optimism within the Department of Defense for continued energy efficiency projects and pessimism due to federal agency project cancellations and pauses.
#128 The Future of Energy Efficiency: Innovation & Talent Retention
Clay shares his insights on where the industry is headed, including the role of sensor technology and smart hiring strategies.
#127 Building Winning Teams: Lessons from Jon Gasser
Jon shares insights on hiring top talent and fostering a thriving team culture.
#126 Building Efficiency with Marshall Cox: A Mission-Driven Approach
A candid conversation on hiring, innovation, and the future of decarbonization in cities.
#125 Sustainability Meets Innovation at CannonDesign with Paul Kondrat
Paul Kondrat shares how his firm is creating a lasting impact with decarbonization, smart buildings, and community-driven projects.
#124 Building Teams & Breaking New Ground in Renewables with Justin Garton
Justin shared his diverse career path from consulting through entrepreneurship to renewable energy, offering valuable insights on team building and industry evolution.
#SP Special Episode: Interviewing, Marketing Yourself & Becoming Indispensable
Explore how holistic energy solutions and innovative financing are reshaping the energy landscape.
#123 The Future of Clean Energy with NV5’s Aldo Mazzaferro
Explore how holistic energy solutions and innovative financing are reshaping the energy landscape.
#122 From Farm to Energy: Energizing Arkansas with Lauren Waldrip
Lauren Waldrip, Executive Director of the Arkansas Advanced Energy Association, discusses her journey from farm life to energy advocacy, the future of advanced energy in Arkansas, and her mission to support affordable, reliable power for all Arkansans.