THE PEOPLE BEHIND GEC
MEET OUR TEAM
Our team of licensed engineers, NABCEP-certified solar professionals, and seasoned project managers brings deep technical expertise and hands-on experience to every project. From design through commissioning, we ensure your solar and energy systems perform reliably and deliver measurable results.
Tony Jaswal
CEO & President
BS Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois | Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
10+ years leading GEC's evolution from energy efficiency consultancy to Chicago's most active solar/BESS developer.
Vishal Shah
COO, Chief Operating Officer
BS Mechanical Engineering, MS Energy Engineering, UIC | CEM | EBCP | NABCEP PV Associate
10+ years in energy efficiency and renewable energy. Certified commissioning professional pursuing NABCEP Board PV Design Specialist.
Mario Velazquez
Director of Construction
Mechanical Engineer | Career-long Renewable Energy Expertise
Mechanical Engineer. Career-long focus on renewable energy turnkey projects with emphasis on efficiency, safety, and quality.
Ruben Roman
Director of AC Solar Project Management
BS Mechanical Engineering, UIC | Master Electrician | Renewable Energy Expert
BS Mechanical Engineering, UIC | Master Electrician. Managing 900 kW to 10+ MW installations including a 7 MW ground-mount system.
Safi Askar
Director of DC Solar Project Management
BS Electrical Engineering, UIC | Early Career Construction & Tutoring Background
BS Electrical Engineering, UIC. Managing rooftop systems 10 kW to 1+ MW. Expert in monitoring platforms and performance tracking.
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Yogesh Sharma
Administrator
28 Years Experience | International Administrative Expertise
28 years experience including 20+ years with USAID. Expertise in admin, procurement, finance, contracts, and office operations.
Gelu Ordoñez
Project Engineer
Project Engineer | Solar Industry Expertise
Solar proposal design, system optimization, SREC registration, DG rebate coordination, and regulatory compliance.
Jesie Palicpic
Project Engineer
Electrical Engineer | Permit & Compliance Specialist
Electrical Engineer specializing in permit design, AHJ/EDC compliance, structural coordination, and submittals.
Joni Alcos
Project Engineer
Electrical Engineer | Interconnection & Procurement Specialist
Grid interconnection, procurement coordination, and operational asset monitoring and performance tracking.
