Our Team

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Technology Oversight

• Executive Positions a CTI Foods and Tyson Foods (Retired)
• CEO of B&B Gulf–controlling entity for Woodall patents and pending patents
• District Board Trustee for Gulf Coast State College.
• BS Business, Florida State University

Former Alcan Executive

• With a diverse background as a builder, entrepreneur, artist, engineer, corporate executive, and community leader, Rick combines advanced technology with values that promote innovation and connection. His vision is encapsulated in his belief that "Great buildings come from people who care about their communities." 

Intel Chip Veteran

• Ken serves as a Partner at Winning Streak Ventures, focusing on disruptive technologies. He’s a seasoned venture capital professional and board member with extensive experience in technology and innovation.
• Board involvement includes roles at Sacramento Angels, Parse Pay, Inc., NatureTrak, and Sparck, contributing to the growth and development of companies across diverse sectors.

 Hydrogen Engineering Expert

• Veteran hydrogen systems engineer with four decades of experience with water splitting, CO2 reduction, wet and dry CH4 reforming, and NH3 production.
• CEO and Director of Research at Richmond Photonics Laboratory.
• Previously 30 years with Chevron.
• BS Mechanical Engineering, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

California Energy Grants Expert

• Special Assistant to Tyson Eckerle, Senior Advisor for Clean Infrastructure and Mobility at California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
• Seasoned Data Analyst, Training Officer, and Faculty member.
• JD, San Francisco Law School
• M.Ed., Behavioral Studies, University of Missouri-Saint Louis

National Solar Network Expert

• Extensive background spanning energy, the environment and public health, including affordable, clean energy and green financing. 
• At the forefront of innovative programs and policies that have positively shaped public opinion and action.
• Responsible for budgets of over $80 million and 500 plus employees.
• Expertise in areas of Executive Management, Public Relations and Communications with an excellent track record of managing people, programs and policies. 

Global Metals Expert

• Julius has substantial corporate experience having spent 36 years in the resources sector in large corporate entities.
• Senior Executive roles as President of Worsley Alumina JV, and Marketing Director at BHP Iron Ore, Alumina and Aluminium. 
• He was previously Chair of gold producer Doray Minerals Limited, managing its merger with Silver Lake Resources. 

Technology Development Expert

• University of San Diego Development Lab
• James is a technology entrepreneur, inventor and author working in the field of communications, man-machine interfaces, and artificial intelligence.
• He founded Moonstone which developed the first zone capacitive touchscreens and Truphone the first converged VoIP and GSM carrier.
• In 2015, he published the book “Are the Androids Dreaming Yet?” on our attempts to emulate the human brain using digital computers.

Outreach and Public Relations Expert

• Drisha provides Resource Development, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Marketing and Recruitment combined with Measurable Campaign Execution.
• Chief Communications Officer and Publicist at BeFit and LaLanne Family (2012-present)
• Drisha Leggitt & Company Communications (2001-present)
• MA in Organizational Development and HR, University of San Francisco