Bence Oliver

Bence Oliver is currently serving as the Deputy Director of Distributed Energy Resources at the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities.34 He joined the organization recently, as the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities welcomed him as a new staff member in July 2024.4

Professional Background

Prior to his current role, Bence Oliver had a diverse career spanning various sectors:

1. Renewable Energy: He was previously the CEO of eWind, an airborne wind energy startup based in Oregon.12 At eWind, Oliver led the company in developing innovative wind energy systems using kite-like autonomous drones with 10-foot wingspans.2

2. Corporate Experience: Before joining eWind, Oliver worked as the chief financial officer at Windlift, another airborne wind energy company based in Raleigh, North Carolina.2 He also spent five years with eBay as the director of strategic sourcing in Switzerland.2

Expertise and Interests

Bence Oliver has extensive experience in:

• Renewable Energy Technologies: Particularly in airborne wind energy systems2
• Business Development: Leading startups and working with established corporations2
• Financial Management: As evidenced by his CFO role at Windlift2
• Distributed Energy Resources: His current focus at the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities34

Education

Oliver holds a degree from Syracuse University.3

His diverse background in renewable energy, corporate management, and now public utilities demonstrates his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions and his ability to navigate both private and public sector roles in the energy industry.