John Basile

John Basile is a dedicated individual with a strong passion for decarbonization and fostering equitable climate solutions through collaboration.

His expertise lies at the crossroads of product and operations, particularly showcased in his pivotal roles at successful solar finance startups such as ORKA Finance and Mosaic.

Before transitioning to renewable energy, John contributed significantly to the success of IdeaScale, a B2B SaaS startup, handling various responsibilities from sales to operations and customer success.

With a foundation built on grit, tenacity, and user empathy, he has been actively involved as a founding member of three startups, fostering close connections with customers.

In addition to his software operations and development acumen, John has managed multiple LLCs independently and maintained a strong personal brand through avenues like blogging, podcasting, and radio hosting.

Beyond his professional endeavors, he cherishes family time as a father of three and indulges in hobbies like skiing, canoeing, cooking, and music.

John's skill set includes proficiency in tools like Retool, Jira, Confluence, Figma, Salesforce, and many others, along with expertise in areas such as generative AI, audio, and video production.

An enthusiast of podcasts, his favorites include 'A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs,' 'Lenny's Podcast,' and several others.

Education-wise, he holds a BA in English & Economics, with a focus on documentary radio production from institutions like the University of Vermont and the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies.

Throughout his career, John has held various key positions such as Product Manager, Operations Manager, and Founder at reputable organizations like Mosaic, ORKA Finance, and IdeaScale, showcasing his diverse skill set and leadership capabilities.