Our Solar Energy Team
Meet Pfister Energy
Our solar energy team includes in-house professional engineers and NAPCEP-certified installers
Wayne Pfisterer
CEO & PRESIDENT
Wayne Pfisterer
CEO and President of Pfister Energy
Wayne Pfisterer is the CEO and President of Pfister Energy. As such, he oversees Pfister Energy’s strategic solutions by guiding business development, engineering products, customer acquisition, and financial investments to integrate renewable energy technologies, modern building components, and customized solar equipment. Pfister Energy focuses on designing and building solar, wind, and geothermal systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. The company achieved significant recognition from local and country-wide clients and media.
Pfister Energy has also received numerous prestigious awards including being included on the Inc. 5000 list of that nation’s fastest-growing private companies – an unparalleled recognition of both Wayne’s, and the company’s, years of hard work and service.
Wayne brings over 30 years of energy and industry expertise, and he successfully built a team of professionals whose competitive advantages include their dedication to quality services and state-of-the-art solar energy solutions. Before starting Pfister Energy, Wayne served as President of Pfister Roofing – an award-winning roofing and waterproofing company.
Doug Bagwill
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Doug Bagwill
Chief Operating Officer
Doug Bagwill is the Chief Operating Officer of Pfister Energy. He is primarily responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with Pfister Energy’s clientele, licensees, and industry partners.
Doug possesses a diverse background in energy system design, project development, and solar photovoltaic (PV) project finance. Using his background and experience, he facilitates the integration of technology, finance, and construction best practices to bring the greatest value to Pfister’s clients and industry partners.
Doug earned a B.S. from the University of Vermont in National Resource Planning with a minor in Green Building and Community Design and uses his extensive education to help Pfister Energy continue to be a leading force in the solar energy industry.
Sean Quin
CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER
Sean Quin
Chief Strategy Officer
Sean Quin is the Chief Strategy Officer of Pfister Energy, overseeing Strategy and Business Development. Sean is primarily responsible for corporate strategy, sales operations, contracting, and managing M&A.
Since joining Pfister Energy in 2018, Sean has been instrumental in the company’s remarkable growth and has thrived in its entrepreneurial culture. He possesses a great deal of experience in leading organizations through rapid growth phases, including providing strategic leadership and planning, growing market share, expanding into new markets, orchestrating acquisitions, and adding product lines.
Sean graduated with honors from Baruch College - Zicklin School of Business with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and Management. Sean lives in Denver, CO with his wife and two children and enjoys family time, running, biking, swimming, hiking, sports, and traveling.
Tom Hunton
SVP Development
Tom Hunton
SVP Development
Tom Hunton serves as the Senior Vice President of Development at Pfister Energy, where he oversees development and delivery of renewable energy projects, including solar energy systems, battery energy storage solutions, electric vehicle infrastructure, and other cutting-edge initiatives. His leadership ensures projects are thoroughly developed, financially viable, and ready for seamless construction.
With over 25 years of experience in renewable energy, Tom has driven success across diverse business segments and markets. His entrepreneurial approach has been instrumental in the development of over 1 GW of renewable energy projects.
Tom holds a Bachelor of Science in Resource Economics with a minor in Environmental Studies from the University of Vermont and a Master of Science in Administration and Management from Saint Michael’s College. Based in Vermont, Tom is an outdoors enthusiast who enjoys meditation, yoga, hiking, and connecting with nature.
MATT VUOLO
VP OF CONSTRUCTION
MATT VUOLO
VP OF CONSTRUCTION
Matt Vuolo is the VP of Construction at Pfister Energy. In his role, he manages the Construction, Project Management, and Quality Teams.
Before joining Pfister, Matt served as the Director of Projects for Capstone Green Energy Corporation and VP of Operations for Vanguard Energy Partners, where he oversaw the project management and construction of commercial and utility-scale solar projects.
SHANNON BARRY
CORPORATE CONTROLLER
SHANNON BARRY
CORPORATE CONTROLLER
Shannon Berry is the Corporate Controller at Pfister Energy and has worked for the company since 2021. She handles the finance and accounting logistics for Pfister's operations. Shannon graduated with a B.A. from MSU and has over 25 years of work experience as a Controller and V.P. of Finance in the Union Electrical, Union Refrigeration/HVAC, CM, and other companies in Engineering fields.
Shannon lives in N.J., loves the outdoors and some of her hobbies include camping, riding her motorcycle, and working out.
JANET WALSH
LEGAL COUNSEL
JANET WALSH
LEGAL COUNSEL
Janet is taking on the role of In-House Counsel and will be leading all contracting on the EPC and Development sides of the business including EPC Contracts, Site Leases, Co-Development Agreements, Customer Purchase Agreements, PPAs, MIPAs, Estoppels, Subcontracts, etc. amongst other development and legal related responsibilities.
Janet has recently been a Managing Partner for Locks Law Firm in Manhattan, where she has spent the last thirty years as a litigation attorney.
Varun Harnathka
Director of Pre-Construction
Varun Harnathka
Director of Pre-Construction
Varun Harnathka has worked as the Director of Estimating and Procurement at Pfister Energy since 2021, and is now the Director of Pre-Construction. He is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with the company's subcontractors and vendors. After graduating from Cornell University with a Master’s Degree in Energy Economics and Engineering in 2019, he worked on multiple high-caliber projects in carbon capture, wind, solar, waste management, electric vehicles, and oil and gas. He brought his expertise and passion for the solar industry to his new position. Varun's goal at Pfister Energy is to fuel its expansion by building and leading a team of colleagues who firmly believe in the company's core values. Varun always strives to achieve the best by contributing his ideas to team building. He has become a client-centric, independent, collaborative problem solver who has brought intelligible solutions and coherent business value to the organization.
Jason Avramides
Director of Construction
Jason Avramides
Director of Construction
Jason is the Director of Construction at Pfister Energy. As a graduate of the Independent Electrical Contractors 4-year apprenticeship program, Jason has over 23 years in the electrical industry, 13 of those years within the solar energy industry.
Jason holds a Master Electrician license in several states and brings experience in new construction as well as operations and maintenance, which provides a strategic focus on the full life-cycle for solar power array construction, ranging from roof mount, ground-mount, and carport systems.
JR KOEHLER
DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTION
JR Koehler
Director of Quality Assurance and Quality Control
JR Koehler brings 20+ years of construction and management experience to Pfister's team, where he serves as the Director of QAQC. His experience includes ten years of work specializing in the electrical installation of base build power, start-up, and commissioning.
He has spent the last decade within the solar industry, dedicated to construction and quality management, and has been involved in projects from Maine State to Hawaii, totaling over 300MW. Living in Albany, New York, with his wife, two daughters, and two huskies, he strives to leave the world a better place through renewable energy.
ANDREI BELOV
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
Andrei Belov
Director of Engineering
Andrei Belov is the Director of Engineering at Pfister Energy. His role at Pfister is to help run the team in order to help the company develop, design, and build the best projects possible. He has almost 10 years of experience in the field, and his support and knowledge are an integral part of the Pfister Energy team.
Olivera Ojdanic
Director of Marketing
Olivera Ojdanic
Director of Marketing
As the Director of Marketing at Pfister Energy, Olivera leads the marketing strategies to enhance Pfister’s brand awareness and drive growth in the renewable energy sector. Her role involves overseeing all marketing initiatives and collaborating cross-functionally to align marketing initiatives with business objectives.
Before joining Pfister Energy, Olivera led marketing initiatives for B. Riley’s Principal Investments group, focusing on both D2C and B2B markets, including telecommunications and VoIP. Olivera brings over 15 years of marketing experience to the team.
Joseph DiBari
Senior Project Manager
Joseph DiBari
Senior Project Manager
Joe DiBari is a Senior Project Manager at Pfister Energy, who has been managing projects in the construction industry for over 10 years. Joe is primarily responsible for managing client portfolios for a variety of solar projects including both rooftop and ground mount systems.
Joe possesses a great deal of experience in leading matrix teams, building client relationships, and executing projects from origination to close-out.
Joe Dudas
Senior Procurement Manager
Joe Dudas
Senior Procurement Manager
Joe Dudas is the Senior Procurement Manager at Pfister Energy.
Joe started his career in the solar industry in 2010 after graduating from Rutgers University with a degree in Environmental Economics. He spent the next 11 years working in electrical and solar distribution at Cooper Electric, ultimately becoming solar department manager and overseeing solar sales in six states. In late 2021, Joe entered the EPC side of the business and worked with Suntuity and Solar Integrated Roofing Corp (SIRC) before joining Pfister Energy.
Roger Cirone
Project Engineer
Roger Cirone
Project Engineer
Roger Cirone is a Project Engineer at Pfister Energy. He uses his skills in project management, Procore, AutoCAD, and quality assurance during his work on preliminary electrical system designs for solar arrays.
Roger earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering in May 2023. While at Lafayette College, Roger had been a Head Resident, a Resident Advisor, and an Ambassador of Lafayette. He is looking forward to utilizing his degree and experience in his work in the solar industry at Pfister.
Shaunak Paranjape
Project Engineer
Shaunak Paranjape
Project Engineer
Thomas Morrell
Project Manager
Thomas Morrell
Project Manager
Thomas Morrell is a Project Manager at Pfister Energy. He's responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of solar energy projects. His role involves working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.
Grant Kester
Pre-Construction Lead
Grant Kester
Pre-Construction Lead
Grant Kester is the Pre-Construction Lead at Pfister Energy. He is a motivated and adaptable engineer with a strong technical background, as well as experience as the primary client point of contact for new and existing customers. At Pfister, he regularly engages with delicate, interconnected systems to assess risks and ensure safe, efficient remediation.
Grant has a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Villanova University and is looking forward to continuing to use his education and experience during his work at Pfister.
Yarek Kozlowski
Project Manager
Yarek Kozlowski
Project Manager
Prior to joining Pfister Energy, Yarek spent his previous years in the renewable energy sector overseeing multiple commercial projects throughout the States.
During that time – Yarek kept his projects on schedule, ensured deliverables were delivered on-time and held seamless communication with suppliers to establish strong relationships throughout the life of the project.
Joseph Nielsen-Reagan
Business Development Manager
Joseph Nielsen-Reagan
Business Development Manager
Joseph Nielsen-Reagan is a Business Development Manager at Pfister Energy. He brings experience in identifying high quality opportunities for solar projects across the northeastern United States and establishing relationships with property owners. Joseph is responsible for overseeing early-stage project development and maintaining effective communication with potential clients. In addition to solar, he can provide battery storage and EV charging guidance.
Joseph graduated from Colgate University in 2020 with a double major in Environmental Studies and Spanish. He was motivated to get involved in the clean energy transition after spending a summer in Ithaca teaching his hometown community about the shifting temperatures and water quality of Cayuga Lake.
In his free time, Joseph enjoys playing basketball, watching movies, and spending time with his family's Labrador Retriever
Stephan Patoir
Inside Sales Lead
Stephan Patoir
Inside Sales Lead
Stephan Patoir is an Inside Sales Lead at Pfister Energy. He has several years of experience in both inside sales and lead generation. His goal at Pfister is to support the efforts of the sales team to engage with, and bring on, new customers and projects.
Aliyah Elfar
Associate Project Developer
Aliyah Elfar
Associate Project Developer
Aliyah will help coordinate with various project stakeholders including clients, utilities, and our internal engineering and operations teams.
Aliyah has recently graduated from Columbia University with a degree in Sustainable Development. She also interned last summer with Aspen Power. Pfister Energy is excited to have her unique skill set as part of the Development Team.
Tatiara Caetano
Solar Design Engineer
Tatiara Caetano
Solar Design Engineer
With 18 years of experience in CAD drafting and system modeling, Tatiara brings extensive expertise and a sharp eye for detail to our team.
As a Solar Design Engineer, she will play a key role in helping Pfister Energy manage high-quality designs and PV system models, as well as supporting projects from the project engineering front.
Sachet Sanabria
HR Manager
Sachet Sanabria
HR Manager
Sachet is a seasoned Human Resources Manager with a proven track record of driving strategic HR initiatives, fostering a positive company culture, and implementing effective talent acquisition strategies. With 18 years of experience in the HR field, Sachet has a deep understanding of employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, and organizational development.
Sachet is SHRM certified, and passionate about creating a positive and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and reach their full potential.
Lyu McMillion
Senior Project Accountant & Subcontracts Administrator
Lyu McMillion
Senior Project Accountant & Subcontracts Administrator
Lyu has over 27 years of accounting/finance experience in the multi-state construction industry. In her previous role she was a Construction Finance and Contract Compliance Consultant to the owner on the Orlando International Airport (MCO) construction program. She has a BFA, BBA, and is currently pursuing her MBA.
On her free time, Lyu enjoys hiking, kayaking, gardening, traveling, live music, and trying new cuisines.
Noel Chagas
Assistant Controller
Noel Chagas
Assistant Controller
Noel Chagas is Pfister's Assistant Controller, and she has been working with Pfister Energy for three and a half years. She often works alongside the Controller, primarily focusing on accounts payable and other accounting or IT-related tasks. Before working at Pfister Energy, Noel worked in an accounting firm for nine years as an Accounting Clerk and two years as a Bookkeeper and Office Manager. She lives in N.J. with her family and is a dedicated worker and a happy mother of three children.
Tara Pfisterer
Project Accountant & Assistant to Controller
Tara Pfisterer
Project Accountant & Assistant to Controller
Tara Pfisterer is the Assistant Controller at Pfister Energy, assisting with financial reporting, accounting tasks, and supporting the finance team. She helps ensure accurate records and works under the Controller to maintain compliance and smooth operations.
Annie Blaso
Office Administrator
Annie Blaso
Office Administrator
Annie is Pfister Energy's Office Administrator and will be handling a range of administrative tasks and ensuring seamless office operations.
Before joining Pfister, Annie worked as an office manager for nearly 20 years. She is a lifelong resident of North Haledon.
Michael Devito
Service and Commissioning Manager
Michael Devito
Service and Commissioning Manager
Mike DeVito is Pfister Energy’s Service and Commissioning Manager. He brings a strong background in solar as well as in electrical with him to the team and uses his experience to ensure that the budgets for the projects he is involved with are followed and met. He also is involved in many aspects of the projects, from beginning to end, ensuring that Pfister’s clients are satisfied with the level of service and quality they receive.
Mike is a licensed NJ Electrical Contractor and uses the skills he has learned in this field in several ways when working with Pfister’s solar projects.
Kyle Christian
Quality Manager
Kyle Christian
Quality Manager
Kyle Christian works as the Quality Manager for Pfister Energy. As Quality Manager, Kyle manages large-scale ground-mount solar fields. His responsibilities include managing all on-site personnel, ensuring the safety and quality of the product, and working closely with project managers, construction managers, site foremen, and owner representatives. Kyle has worked in the solar industry for all of his adult life and has several years of hands-on experience building 50+ MW of solar arrays, on both the mechanical and electrical sides.
Kyle focuses on hard work, dedication, absorbing as much information about the solar industry as possible, and learning new skills. When Kyle is not working in the field at Pfister, he enjoys spending time outdoors, working on classic cars, and going on trips with friends and family.
Dan Wostbrock
Construction Manager
Dan Wostbrock
Construction Manager
Dan Wostbrock is a Construction Manager at Pfister Energy. He has been installing commercial solar for the company for over 10 years, starting as a laborer and eventually moving up to his current role as Construction Manager. Prior to becoming the Construction Manager, he was a foreman/superintendent where he completed commercial solar rooftop installations as well as ground-mount installations. In his current role, he focuses on building and managing projects from start to finish.
Dan has a Dual Associate’s Degree in Construction Management and Business Administration from the University of New Hampshire and has his Telehandler and OSHA 30 certifications.
Andrew Ackerman
Construction Manager
Andrew Ackerman
Construction Manager
Andrew Ackerman works as a Construction Manager at Pfister Energy. He has been with the company for almost 12 years and has been involved in over 50 projects ranging from 100KW to 5MW systems. He began as a laborer at Pfister, and from there moved on to become a foreman, and then moved on into his current role as Construction Manager.
He is involved in all phases of construction for Pfister’s solar energy projects, from beginning to end. His responsibilities include pre-planning, handling equipment and materials, manpower scheduling, day-to-day field operations, progress tracking, and pre/post inspections.
Lorraine Hunt
New York Construction Manager
Lorraine Hunt
Construction Manager
Matt Merideth
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
Matt Merideth
Site Superintendent
John Seymour
New York Site Superintendent
John Seymour
New York Site Superintendent
John Seymour is a New York Site Superintendent at Pfister Energy. He is primarily responsible for overseeing site operations while ensuring safety and protocols are being followed. John has previous experience in project management throughout his four years at Champlain College. Previously, he worked as an assistant manager for Vector Marketing and as a CMET Technician at Atlantic Testing Labs.
Tracy Rodriquez
New York Site Superintendent
Tracy Rodriquez
Site Superintendent
Jason Rotolo
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
Jason Rotolo
Site Superintendent
Tyler Simon
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
Tyler Simon
MD Site Superintendent
Tyler Simon is a Maryland Site Superintendent at Pfister Energy. He has been working in the electrical trade for 9 years, 5 of which have been in the solar industry. He is excited to work with the Pfister team to continue expanding our developments in the solar industry and with renewable energies. Tyler enjoys going to the gym or fishing in the Chesapeake waters in his off time.
Adam Keyser
Maryland Construction Manager
Adam Keyser
Maryland Construction Manager
Adam Keyser is a Maryland Construction Manager at Pfister Energy. He started out as an electrician in the DMV area out of high school and then became involved with Duke Energy in the renewable energy space. He has traveled the country and worked with multiple contractors nationwide on commercial solar projects and uses his experience and training to help serve clients ranging from large box retailers, military installations, USDA facilities, and Louis Vuitton to mom-and-pop businesses that are interested in renewable energy. Adam is a family man first and foremost, and when he is not working in the solar energy field, he spends time with his wife, two daughters, and their two dogs.
Would you like to join our team? Check out our careers page for up-to-date postings.
