Our dedicated and diverse staff is committed to tackling our region’s energy challenges by harnessing the economic opportunities presented by clean renewable energy. Meet our staff below and meet our Board of Directors here.
Executive Director
Stephen Smith
Executive Director
Dr. Stephen A. Smith has 30 years of experience affecting change for the environment. Since 1993, Dr. Smith has led the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy (SACE) as its Executive Director.
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Staff
Forest Bradley-Wright
Energy Efficiency Director
Chris Carnevale
Climate Advocacy Director
Madelyn Collins
Electric Transportation Equity Manager
Stan Cross
Electric Transportation Policy Director
James Fall
Finance Director
Rachel Grillo
Senior Director of Development and Operations
Julian Harden
Clean Energy Coordinator
Bryan Jacob
Solar Program Director
Kyle James
Development and Data Manager
Dory Larsen
Senior Electric Transportation Program Manager
Heather Pohnan
Energy Policy Manager
Michelle Powell
Director of Personnel
Amy Rawe
Communications Director
Cary Ritzler
Climate Advocacy Manager
Ashleigh Sherman
Digital Communications Manager
Maggie Shober
Research Director
Jennifer Stachowski
Accounting Manager
Kate Tracy
Communications Consultant
Amy Vaden
Senior Development and Content Manager
Pearl Eva Walker
Civic Engagement Consultant
Justin Wilkins
Director of Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships
Reed Winckler
Communications Coordinator