Chris Thompson

Chris Thompson is a seasoned energy and power systems executive with over 25 years of global experience in establishing and growing new businesses.

He has a strong track record of managing full P&L responsibilities exceeding $1 billion, overseeing sales, marketing, manufacturing, and product development across various high-growth markets.

His expertise lies in product commercialization, launching new technologies, and driving cost-saving initiatives for profitable growth.

Chris holds a double-major in engineering with highest honors, a Fulbright Scholarship, and a prestigious MBA.

His specialties include P&L management, sales and product portfolio development, power electronics focusing on storage, solar, and wind inverters, as well as UPS and microgrids.

He has a rich educational background, including an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, an MS in Electrical Engineering from the National University of Singapore, and a BS in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University.

Chris has held key positions such as Vice President of Product and Technical Marketing at SolarEdge Technologies, Vice President of Secure Power at Schneider Electric, General Manager at Eaton, and various roles at APC by Schneider Electric, First Solar, Advanced Energy, and Xantrex Technology.

His experience spans global product development, strategy, and launch, emphasizing power systems, microgrids, UPS, datacenters, and renewable energy solutions.