When he was a child, Marshall had a toy solar kit with a PV cell attached to a fan motor. It was as good as magic, and that sense of magic has never dimmed. Seeking adventure after a short run as an IT professional, Marshall dove into the solar industry in 2012 installing residential and ...
Alejandro is an SEI instructor with nearly a decade of experience in installing and commissioning power distribution equipment at telecommunications sites. A graduate in Electronic Engineering from the Costa Rica Institute of Technology, Alejandro decided to shift his career toward a more sustainable and environmentally conscious industry. In 2014, he completed a master’s degree in ...
After acquiring a bachelor degree in Graphic Design in 2007, Chris was introduced to the world of marketing, design and web development, where he has worked since. He brings an array of experience to the team, having worked in higher education, commercial sales and non-profit journalism throughout his career. Chris was first introduced to wind ...
Kristen came to SEI in 2014 with a degree in Architecture and a background in construction, and has since assumed many roles at the organization - worktrader, Americorps VISTA, Labyard Assistant, Director of Campus & Hands-On Training, and now has settled in working with the curriculum team as a Curriculum & Instruction Specialist. While no longer living ...
With over a decade of experience working with mission-driven organizations across Latin America, Saphire brings a strong background in program coordination, international education, and student engagement — all driven by a deep commitment to creating global impact through access and opportunity. Currently her role focuses on student enrollment and the management of SEI's scholarship programs. ...
Amy found her way to PV in sunny Arizona, as part of an interest in off-grid sustainable living and natural building. She began drafting residential PV systems in 2005, and made an appearance in residential-scale wind power manufacturing as a drafter and document control specialist until 2008, when she moved to California where the PV ...
Michelle joined the SEI team in 2016, working to share SEI’s mission and knowledge with the growing solar community around the world. Throughout her career, she has worked with nonprofits and NGOs dedicated to sustainable development through community empowerment. She has focused on building capacity for the sustainable agriculture and renewable energy industries throughout the ...
María Pía Day is SEI’s Lead Business Development and Global Growth Manager, driving the expansion of SEI’s solar training programs around the world. With a background in marketing, business, and communications, she has over 15 years of experience building strategies that connect people and organizations with transformative opportunities. Originally leading SEI’s growth in Latin America ...
Paulina is originally from Chile, has lived a few years in Colorado and has recently moved to Paonia . She enjoys being surrounded by nature, wildlife, and all the green in Colorado's western slope. Paulina received a degree in Industrial Design and has always been interested and passionate about renewable technology;one of her first projects as a student ...
With a background in electronics and IT consulting, Scott began studying renewable energy technology in 2008. Soon after, he discovered SEI and took his first few Solar PV courses and was hooked. Quickly realizing that he was living in one of the most solar friendly states in the U.S. (Massachusetts), Scott made the transition into ...