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The Mr. Sun Team |
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![]() John Patterson President and Founder From a real estate and home construction background, John started Mr. Sun in 1980. Since then he has installed over 1,300 solar water heaters, solar pool heaters and photovoltaic systems, and serviced thousands more. Not only an expert on all major systems that have been sold over the past 25 years, he is also an active voice in state energy policy discussions and a great advocate for renewable energy awareness. A frequent speaker at schools and solar energy fairs, John has conducted a variety of workshops and has been the keynote speaker at Sol-West, the region's largest energy fair. John's experience and dedication to solar energy are the foundation for everything we do at Mr. Sun. His goal is to help bring about the global transition to a renewable energy economy by demonstrating practical ways to use solar energy. |
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![]() Adam Ward General Manager An engineer by training, Adam's goal is to make the Mr. Sun machine operate efficiently, providing excellent customer care and the highest possible professional installations. |
![]() Frank Pokorny Project Manager Extensive experience in the solar industry blended with an uncanny knack for managing the flow of a multi-faceted operation, Frank is a key component of a successful Mr. Sun Solar. |
![]() Jimi Fairlee Customer Relations Director Providing unrivaled service and attention to the many client accounts at Mr. Sun Solar, Jimi applies his broad knowledge and experience to also consult with the many potential customers that are exploring solar and renewable energy options. |
![]() Suzanne Olsen Public Relations With nimble mind, a sunny disposition and a slight southern drawl, Suzanne is a thinker, a doer and a charmer par excellence. |
![]() Ron Burden Photovoltaic Technician NABCEP certified Ron specializes in photovoltaic system design and specification. He holds the coveted NABCEP Certification which is the highest recognized electrical photovoltaic proficiency standard in the world. |
![]() Sarah Freel Photovoltaic Technician NABCEP certified A graduate of the University of Colorado, with a degree in Environmental Studies, Sarah is sold out on solar. Versatile, willing to help where needed, and always smiling. |
![]() Steve Sefchick Solar Thermal Technician NABCEP certified It would be hard to find a bigger fan of solar power than Steve. He tackles each new project with gusto, and puts in the extra effort to make sure that each solar system he installs works to the best of its capabilities. |
![]() Greg Kamps Solar Thermal Technician NABCEP certified A careful and skilled worker, Greg is a talented all-around mechanic. |
![]() Peter Clark Installation Specialist, Marketing Team, Sustainability Consultant Pete's passion for renewable energy speaks loudly in his work. His diverse skills have opened many doors to Mr. Sun in the live music / event production arena (such as the Abstract Earth Project). Pete's professionalism and his enthusiasm for clean tech make him an invaluable asset to any project he is involved with. |
![]() Brion Wickstrom Solar Thermal Technician NABCEP certified Strong as Paul Bunyan, Brion hoists large solar panels onto roofs with ease. He is a gifted mechanic and problem solver specializing in the installation of solar water heating systems. |
![]() Josh Vandervort Production Associate Conscientious, competent and cool, Josh builds solar panels by day and performs music by night. |
![]() Matthew Byerley Production Associate/Warehouse Manager There's no job too big or too small for Matthew to tackle. He works tirelessly to renovate Mr. Sun's new production facility and keep it clean and organized. |
![]() Dave Baasch Sales Associate Dave brings years of experience with renewable energy projects to Mr. Sun, and has a 4-kilowatt photovoltaic system on his own roof. His knowledge, creativity, and boundless enthusiasm enable him to find the right solution to fit every customer's needs. |
![]() Joe Forsythe Sales Associate Joe is a consumate sales professional. His years of experience and friendly, personable nature enable clients to reach decisions about solar water heating, solar pool heating and photovoltaic systems. |
![]() Ray Pokorny Sales Associate/Solar Thermal Technician Ray is a specialist in passive solar home design and construction as well as window treatments. He also holds the Solar Thermal License (STL) which qualifies him to install solar water heating systems. |
![]() Tim Connolly Sales Associate Tim owned his own solar company in Colorado and is familiar with all solar electric and thermal system types. |
![]() Jonathan Patterson Webmaster With a Masters degree from UC Berkeley in ethnomusicology, music will always be his first love. He's no slouch as a webmaster; wouldn't you agree? Keeping us on the cutting edge, Jonathan is Mr. Sun's son. |
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