Neal Aronson

Neal Aronson is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Oceanus Power & Water, LLC, a company he founded that focuses on developing innovative solutions for energy storage and clean water production. His leadership at Oceanus emphasizes the integration of seawater desalination with energy generation, aiming to address critical environmental and resource challenges exacerbated by climate change and population growth.

Professional Background

Aronson has over 25 years of experience in real estate development, particularly in large-scale projects across the Western United States and Mexico. Before establishing Oceanus, he held various significant roles, including:

• CFO at Hix Rubenstein Companies, where he managed financial operations for a land development firm.
• Director of Operations at LoopNet, contributing to business intelligence and operational strategies.
• He also co-founded Sovereign Modular, LLC, focusing on solar installations on modular buildings.

Education

Aronson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Whitman College and an MBA from the Walter A. Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. His academic background complements his extensive experience in finance and project management.

Vision for Oceanus

Under Aronson's guidance, Oceanus is committed to developing utility-scale facilities that combine energy generation and water desalination. This approach aims to provide resilient infrastructure solutions that can withstand climate-related disruptions. The company is actively pursuing projects in regions facing water supply constraints, such as coastal areas in Mexico and Chile, with a focus on sustainable practices and economic viability.

Aronson's vision extends to creating long-term partnerships with governmental and municipal agencies to ensure the successful implementation of these projects, leveraging dual revenue streams from water and energy services to enhance financial stability.1234