Will Shirley

Will Shirley is an experienced entrepreneur and solar industry professional who currently serves as the President and CEO of Sundial Solar Power Developers, Inc., based in Jackson, Mississippi.12 He purchased the company in 2016 after previously working as its VP of Operations.13

Shirley brings 23 years of systems technology experience to Sundial Solar.2 His background includes:

1. Working in technology and information management for the state government
2. Teaching computer programming
3. Running his own computer services business for a decade
4. Managing cell tower projects for broadband with a New York-based company

In 2009, Shirley entered the solar industry, initially serving as an operations manager at Sundial Solar.1 As VP of Operations, he managed the everyday operations of technical divisions, including Analysis and Design, Engineering, and Installation.3

Under Shirley's leadership, Sundial Solar focuses on:

1. Implementing a Solar-Based Economic Development (SBED) strategy
2. Supporting municipal and county governments across Mississippi and the southeastern United States
3. Making solar energy accessible to local leaders, businesses, and homeowners
4. Developing initiatives like the Solarize the Delta program to help low-income residents join the renewable energy economy1

Shirley has been instrumental in navigating challenges in the solar industry, particularly in Mississippi, where public policy was initially not favorable to renewable energy.1