Staff - The Solar Foundation, Washington, DC

The Solar Foundation is an entrepreneurial workplace with ambitious goals and a commitment to achieving lasting impact. We are experts in our fields who are passionate about expanding access to clean, affordable solar energy. We place an emphasis on rigor and quality in everything we do. And we’re not afraid to have some fun in the process.

Staff members hold substantial experience in the areas of solar market transformation, business development, policy analysis, program design, and communications. Learn about career opportunities at The Solar Foundation.

Andrea Luecke

President and Executive Director

Toyah Barigye

Project Manager

Ed Gilliland

Senior Director

David Golembeski

Program and Communications Coordinator

Philip Haddix

Director of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships

Megan Howes

Program Specialist

Richard Lawrence

Program Director

Alekhya Mallavarapu

Development Intern

Avery Palmer

Communications Director

James Schroll

Senior Project Manager

Lauren Seibert

Executive Assistant

Mary Van Leuven

Project Manager

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