Craig Ernst

Craig Ernst is a marketing and communications expert with a wealth of experience in non-profits, solar, and energy storage industries.

His professional skills include content creation, branding, budgeting, financial forecasting, program development, event management, and relationship building with stakeholders and funders.

Craig draws on his background in communications, sales, marketing, and multimedia to tackle challenges and boost brand visibility.

He excels in organizing impactful workforce development initiatives and curating industry events by leveraging his extensive industry knowledge and fostering positive connections.

Craig Ernst also finds guidance from the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali and the Bhagavad Gita when navigating complex situations.

In his previous roles, Craig has excelled as a film and video editor and has experience as a telemark ski and snowboard instructor.

He completed his BS in Marketing at Penn State University.

Craig has held various positions, including Director of Operations and Business Development at Oregon Solar + Storage Industries Association (OSSIA) and Communications Director at Oregon Solar Energy Industries Association (OSEIA). He was also a Development Director at Northwest Sportfishing Industry Association and worked as a Video Editor at Bullseye Glass Co. and Ernst Post, LLC.