Steve Welsh

Steve Welsh is the President and CEO of Standard Energy Solutions, a prominent renewable energy solutions provider based in Ellicott City, Maryland. He has been instrumental in leading the company since he acquired it in early 2015. Under his leadership, Standard Energy Solutions has focused on helping customers reduce energy costs, enhance power reliability, and minimize their carbon footprint through various energy solutions, including solar energy, energy storage, and efficiency upgrades.12

Professional Background

• Current Role: CEO at Standard Energy Solutions (April 2023 - Present) and previously served as President & CEO (March 2015 - April 2023).
• Previous Experience:
  • President at OPxcel Business Performance Consultants (2005 - December 2015), where he provided consultancy services.
  • Certified Speaker for Vistage International (2006 - 2015), focusing on leadership and business strategies.
  • Six Sigma Leader at Honeywell (1999 - 2006), where he managed a team to improve operational efficiencies and exceeded profit improvement goals.
  • VP Marketing & Sales at C.C. Murphy Co. Inc. (1987 - 1999), where he handled marketing strategies for a construction material distribution company.124

Education

Steve Welsh holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from Loyola University Maryland (1983-1987) and an Executive MBA from the Sellinger School at Loyola University Maryland (1997-2000).12

Industry Recognition

Welsh has been recognized as a significant advocate for solar energy, receiving the 2024 Top Solar Advocate award from Solar Power World. He actively participates in legislative efforts to promote solar energy adoption in Maryland, including testifying for the Brighter Tomorrow Act, which aims to streamline solar permitting processes for local governments.3

Overall, Steve Welsh's extensive experience and leadership in the renewable energy sector underscore his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions in the Mid Atlantic region.