Steve Hummel

Steve Hummel is a seasoned technology and business development leader with a strong background in innovation, team building, product development, and strategic planning.

He has a wealth of experience in translating customer needs into successful product solutions, establishing trust relationships, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from USC and an MSEE and BA in Chemistry from Rutgers University, Steve's expertise spans various technical domains.

As a Senior Member of IEEE, he has contributed significantly to the field with over 100 publications and 10 granted patents.

Steve specializes in leading technology innovation and product development teams, technology sales, IP creation, solar power inverter design, semiconductor metrology, deposition, device design, and optoelectronics.

Throughout his career, Steve has held key executive roles in successful technology startups, honing his entrepreneurial and business acumen.

His operational experience includes leading technology development groups domestically and abroad, ensuring the effective delivery of product solutions to meet customer needs.

Steve has served in various organizations, including InterimExecs, Blue Planet Energy Systems, Saddleback Advisors, Storage + Solar Systems, OnDemand.Energy, and more.

His diverse professional journey includes positions such as VP RD&E at Advanced Energy, VP Engineering at PV Powered, Director of Engineering at Nova Crystals, and Principal Scientist at Agilent Technologies.

Steve's rich background and leadership skills make him a respected figure in the technology and business development landscape.