Kristopher Sutton has worked full-time in the solar PV industry since 1999 and currently serves as Vice President of Instruction at Solar Energy International. In this role, he provides strategic leadership for instructional programs across hands-on labs, classroom learning, and hybrid delivery models, ensuring high-quality, practical training experiences that meet evolving industry needs.
Kristopher has extensive experience teaching technical trainings on the design and installation of photovoltaic systems for both residential and commercial applications, with a strong emphasis on safety and real-world application. His professional background includes work as a system installer, project manager, and owner of a solar consulting business.
Throughout his career, Kristopher has collaborated with utilities, architects, engineers, general contractors, building departments, and homeowners, supporting projects through all phases of PV system design and installation. In addition to overseeing instructional strategy and campus-based training operations, he contributes to curriculum development and instructor training, helping ensure programs remain rigorous, relevant, and aligned with workforce and industry demands.