Mike Wingert

Mike Wingert is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Solexel, a company focused on developing high-efficiency, low-cost crystalline silicon solar cells and modules for photovoltaic electricity generation. He joined Solexel in 2009 and has over 29 years of experience in leading organizations that produce high-volume, low-cost, and technically advanced products.13

Career Background::

• Prior to his role at Solexel, Wingert held several significant positions:
  • Executive Vice President and General Manager at Seagate
  • President and Chief Operating Officer at Maxtor
  • Chief Executive Officer at Cornice
  • Various roles at IBM.13

Education:

• Wingert earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Minnesota.1

Recent Developments::

• In June 2016, he transitioned from CEO to Chairman of the Board as part of a leadership change when Solexel rebranded to Beamreach Solar and appointed Mark Kerstens as the new CEO.24

Wingert's extensive background in engineering and management within the technology sector has positioned him as a key figure in the renewable energy industry, particularly in solar technology advancements.