Brad Souza – CEO of Valta Energy

Brad brings over 20 years of experience in the energy industry and a strong commitment to renewable energy to his role as CEO of Valta Energy. His dedication to shifting the industry from a centralized to a distributed generation model has led to nearly 200 MW of distributed renewable energy projects.

With a diverse background spanning energy efficiency, mechanical engineering, cogeneration systems, utility infrastructure, and renewable energy Brad has served a wide range of sectors, including Commercial, Industrial, Government, and Education. Brad is passionate about building high-performing teams that drive meaningful impact in the energy landscape.

Brad holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Resources Engineering from Humboldt State University and an MBA from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business.

Jay Miller – Senior Vice President of Operations 

With over 30 years of experience in Electrical Contracting, Jay’s expertise in the Industry is extensive.  Facilitating and collaborating with a wide variety of teams is one of his most valuable skills.  As a graduate of US Navy Nuclear Power School, Jay holds a degree in Nuclear Technology and has been certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by Project Management Institute (PMI).  Jay’s experience spans across multiple market sectors, including Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Manufacturing and Industrial Facilities.  With the expansion of Renewable Energy over the past twenty years, Jay has led teams in Residential, Commercial/Industrial and Utility Scale Solar.   As Sr. Vice President of Operations, Jay works with Development, PMO, Construction, Asset Management and all Stakeholders to optimally deliver BESS/PV Systems.

Joshua “JC” Andrews – Vice President of Development Operations

As Vice President of Development Operations, JC has over ten years of experience in Program Management and Operations. JC has worked across diverse industries, including renewable energy, aerospace, and defense contracting. At Valta Energy, JC has played a pivotal role in key strategic initiatives for development, origination, and project management. He has successfully overseen the implementation of projects totaling over 30MW across the United States. JC holds certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. These qualifications highlight his commitment to delivering results efficiently and effectively. With a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from California State University Fullerton and a Master’s degree in Strategic Intelligence from Northeastern University, JC brings a unique blend of financial acumen and strategic thinking to his role. His expertise in program management and his industry knowledge make him an invaluable asset to our team at Valta Energy. JC’s dedication to driving successful outcomes ensures that our company continues to thrive in the renewable energy sector.