Tommy Nelson

CEO

Tommy is the CEO of US Renewables, LLC, where he leads the development and execution of the company’s market strategy, driving growth in both distributed generation and utility-scale renewable projects. With more than a decade of experience across the full project lifecycle, he has played a pivotal role in advancing over 6 GW  of battery storage and double digit GW of solar projects from conception and entitlement through construction and commissioning.

Prior to rejoining US Renewables, Tommy served as Vice President of Development at Core Development Group and as Director of Development at BayWa r.e. Solar Projects. His early career with US Renewables as a Project Manager provided him with hands-on expertise in development, permitting, and project execution, experience that continues to inform his leadership today.

Throughout his career, he has led every aspect of the project life cycle from inception to commissioning. Tommy has combined technical expertise with strategic vision to bring renewable projects to market, expand investor value, and accelerate the transition to a clean energy future.  

Tommy holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland and has over 20 years of experience in general construction and excavation. He has served as Vice Chairman of both his local Planning Commission and Utilities Commission, and he brings specialized expertise as a geotechnical consultant.

Emily Ramos

Development Manager

Prior to starting at USR, Emily worked as an environmental consultant, focusing on solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects. She spent much of her time providing project management support, conducting land use and policy research, preparing discretionary permit packages, and authoring environmental compliance documents for renewable energy projects. Emily has a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Geography with a minor in Spatial Sciences from UC Santa Barbara.

James Hingston

Senior Director of Development

James has spent his entire career in project management and various aspects of project development. He works with some of our largest clients on battery storage projects managing an entire portfolio. Prior to working with USR, he spent the last 5 years coordinating the acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of existing affordable housing properties. His experience has included overseeing completion of construction projects on time and within budget, while managing deadlines and cashflow schedules across multiple projects. Prior to this James gained professional experience in finance and accounting, and earned a bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

Kelly McGill

Director of Land and Utilities

Kelly brings extensive expertise in Right of Way, Permitting, Joint Use, and Engineering across the electric utility, natural gas, telecommunications, and right of way sectors. Prior to joining USR, Kelly spent more than a decade with Puget Sound Energy in Bellevue, WA, where he developed a deep understanding of complex infrastructure projects and utility coordination.

At USR, Kelly serves as our in-house authority on land and title matters and is the primary liaison with host utility companies, ensuring smooth communication, compliance, and project execution.

Kelly holds the prestigious SR/WA designation from the International Right of Way Association and has also contributed to public service as a City Councilman and Planning Commissioner, bringing valuable insight into municipal processes and stakeholder engagement.

Greg Drolet

Chief Growth Officer

Greg discovered his purpose in life a long time ago, to develop healthy leaders. He had a long career in corporate sales where he first pounded the pavement himself, managing territories spanning the desert southwest, and then training others to do the same. This is where he discovered his love of mentorship and personal growth. As a founding member of the Maxwell Leadership Team and a Human Behavior Consultant, he leads workshops, seminars, speaking engagements, and coaches young professionals in the practical application of proven leadership methods. Greg provides this service to the USR team because leadership is the difference maker and the deal breaker. An organization that is not growing its people is going out of business, and at USR we place high value on our people.

Jennifer Bonetto

Director of Operations

Jennifer is a Finance and Accounting specialist who partners with CEOs, executives, and entrepreneurs to strengthen financial operations and drive sustainable business growth. With more than a decade of experience at Fortune 500 companies, Jennifer brings the expertise needed to help organizations streamline accounting systems, improve efficiency, and position themselves for long-term success.

Passionate about advancing industries that create positive impact, Jennifer applies her financial leadership to support the renewable energy sector—helping companies balance profitability with purpose as they scale. She has also shared her expertise through extensive teaching and lecturing for business groups, professional associations, and institutions such as UC Riverside, Orange Coast College, The Art Institute of California, and OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network) Studios in Los Angeles, among many others.

Jennifer holds an MBA from Chapman University.

Olivia Bowles

Development Manager

Olivia brings a wealth of professional and technical expertise to USR, with a strong background in environmental consulting focused on renewable energy and sustainable solutions. She has extensive experience in designing and implementing environmental remediation strategies for residential, commercial, and industrial properties in Southern California, while prioritizing sustainable, energy-efficient solutions.

Olivia is also dedicated to public outreach and community engagement, actively fostering communication and collaboration with local stakeholders to address environmental impacts and promote renewable energy initiatives.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies, with a minor in Spatial Sciences, from UC Santa Barbara.

Johanan

Associate Developer

Johanan is a renewable energy professional with a strong background in clean energy infrastructure, project management, and environmental engineering. He has contributed to the planning and execution of sustainable energy projects across sectors, with a focus on electric vehicle (EV) charging, solar power integration, and environmental risk management.

At Chargenet Stations, Johanan played a key role in deploying cutting-edge EV charging infrastructure that combines solar energy and battery storage, enhancing both grid resilience and site performance. He managed cross-functional teams and coordinated with engineers, clients, and regulatory bodies to deliver reliable, scalable clean energy solutions.

Previously, at Roux Associates, Johanan supported environmentally responsible real estate development through due diligence assessments and remediation planning, aligning land use with environmental sustainability.

Driven by a commitment to decarbonization and resilient infrastructure, Johanan aims to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering from Yale University.

Sherry L. Kinsella

Senior Title Specialist

Sherry Kinsella is an accomplished Senior Title Specialist with extensive experience in real estate research, infrastructure planning, and land development. Known as a true expert in her field, she specializes in right-of-way analysis, easements, utilities, railroads, and canal systems. Her work spans a wide range of property types, including residential, commercial, federal, state, and tribal lands.

With a reputation as a real estate research guru, Sherry brings precision, insight, and a deep commitment to supporting successful renewable energy and infrastructure projects.

Sherry L. Kinsella

Right of Way Agent

Allison Daniel is a Land Acquisitions professional with more than 18 years of energy-sector experience across utility-scale solar, oil and gas, electric distribution, and large right-of-way projects. Prior to moving into renewables, she spent over 15 years as a full-service land agent acquiring fee simple, leasehold, and right-of-way rights.

With strong skills in title research, permitting, survey coordination, and construction support, Allison brings a well-rounded understanding of complex land and infrastructure needs. She is known for her strategic negotiation abilities, clear communication, and talent for building trust-based relationships with landowners and stakeholders—supported by her academic background in social work and psychology.

Allison holds a BSW from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and an AA in Psychology from Sandhills Community College. She is based in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

BethAnne Darby

President, Strategic Initiatives & General Counsel

BethAnne Darby is an attorney and senior public affairs strategist specializing in renewable energy and infrastructure projects. She advises developers and investors on navigating regulatory, political, and community landscapes to advance projects from concept through approval.

With deep experience working with labor, public-sector institutions, and government agencies, BethAnne helps teams anticipate stakeholder risks, align with local requirements, and maintain project timelines. She leads engagement at the state and local levels on permitting, siting, and community considerations, managing relationships with officials, agencies, and stakeholders.

Based in the Pacific Northwest, BethAnne brings a practical, disciplined approach to aligning policy, workforce, and investor priorities to successfully deliver energy projects across complex markets.

Ryan Economy

President, Development

Ryan is Co-Founder, President, and Head of Development at US Energy Infrastructure LLC, where he leads project development and advances projects from early-stage through construction. With over 14 years of experience, he has played a key role in bringing nearly 2.5 GW of solar and battery storage projects to market.

Prior to co-founding the company, Ryan held development and M&A leadership roles at ENGIE North America and served as Director of Origination at BayWa r.e. He has extensive experience managing multi-gigawatt project pipelines across ERCOT and MISO, guiding projects through interconnection and investment approval processes.

Ryan began his career at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and holds degrees in Political Science and Economics from the University of Colorado and a master’s in Global Finance, Trade and Economics from the University of Denver.

Taylor Bickford

Director of Public Affairs

Taylor leads USR’s public affairs division, advising on community engagement, communications, stakeholder strategy, and government affairs for renewable energy projects nationwide. He partners with project teams to navigate complex political and regulatory environments, align stakeholders, and support successful project execution.

Prior to joining USR, Taylor spent over a decade at a leading national public affairs firm, where he led a multi-state energy and infrastructure practice. Over his nearly 20-year career, he has built a strong national network and a track record of assembling and leading high-performing teams on complex, high-profile projects.

He holds a B.A. in Political Science from West Virginia University and an M.S. in Crisis and Emergency Management from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.