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About the SUNation Leadership Team

Dedicated and fully committed, the SUNation Energy team consists of a talented and resourceful group of professionals. Most of the staff have been involved in the solar industry for 10, 15, or 20 years or more, and we pride ourselves in furthering our education in solar technology and being knowledgeable about the latest techniques, products and installation.

Our staff is supported by a strong leadership team and we’re advocates of ongoing training in solar energy and extensive quality control. What’s more, SUNation Energy employees actively participate in community events and we volunteer our time and efforts towards many different causes in the Long Island area.

Executive team
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Scott Maskin

Founder & CEO

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James R. Brennan

Chief Operating officer and
chief financial officer

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Brian Karp

General Manager
New York Operations

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MANAGEMENT TEAM
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Sandra Rivera

Controller
(New York)

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Mike Stegmeier

Vice President, Business Operations

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Erin MacGrady

Vice President of
Corporate Human Resources

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Beth Graziani

Director of Commercial
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Scott Sousa

Vice President of
Engineering

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Brian Bennett

Sales manager

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Harry Belechto

Director of
Service

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Richard Murdocco

Vice President of
Marketing & Client Experience

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Maria Martin

Vice President of Lead Qualification & Service Sales

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Tara DelBianco

Business Director
Accounting

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Scott Maskin

Founder and Chief Fun Officer

Scott Maskin founded SUNation Solar Systems in 2003 and currently serves as President and CEO. As the company operations leader, his hands-on approach has driven SUNation’s growth and branding. Scott has a Ph.D. from the School of Hard Knocks. From 1980-1987 Scott traveled as an electrician and pyrotechnician for large touring musical, theatrical, and industrial tours. The climate of conquering insurmountable tasks on a daily basis honed Scott’s organizational and communication skills and laid the foundation for everything that was to follow. Post 1987, Scott worked as a traditional electrician and obtained his Master Electrician’s license in 1994 and went out on his own. The next 18 years were filled with countless electrical and general contracting projects including hotels, large retail box stores, restaurants, and thousands of residential installations. Just completing projects was never enough for Scott. Being a complete solution provider and never forgetting the importance of total customer satisfaction, will always be paramount to Scott. Solar became a passion and a direction in 2001. The mission of making the world a better place for his family, friends, and fellow Long Islanders gave birth to what SUNation is, a collaborative of like-minded people who enjoy similar passions for family, the workplace, and the environment. When not acting as Captain on the SUNation ship, Scott is an avid family man spending time boating, beaching, and skiing and just enjoying what experiences come his way.

James R. Brennan

Chief Growth Officer

Jim is a military veteran, experienced entrepreneur and investment banker with a strong record of results-driven business execution and deal making, which includes twenty-five years of experience in strategy, corporate / business development, sales and marketing management and international business. Jim has successfully led three turn-around projects; founded several companies; led the acquisition or sale of numerous companies; managed a team at a Fortune 500 company that successfully delivered hundreds of technology projects and launched several mobile computing products. To date, Jim has negotiated over 200-technology license and acquisition deals domestically and has worked on projects internationally. He earned a MBA (Finance) degree from New York University, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University, an Associate degree in Engineering Science from Farmingdale University, is a Founding member of multiple non-profit organizations.

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Brian Karp

VP of Special Projects

Brian runs all aspects of our installation, service, warehouse, fleet management and facilities teams. Brian has been with SUNation for over twenty years and was employee number 5! He has been involved in over 2,500 of our Residential, Municipal and Commercial installations. One of Brian’s major milestones was the flawless consolidation of 4 facilities, 5 storage locations and 80 personnel into the company’s new headquarters. Brian is a roll-up-your-sleeves operations guy that runs a very tight ship. When not working, Brian unwinds with his wife, family and friends. One of Brian’s personal passions is woodworking with a niche of using reclaimed wood and used pallets to build custom items.

Sandra Rivera

Controller (New York)

Sandra has three degrees in business and accounting from universities in both Columbia and the US. During her tenure at SUNation, she has contributed greatly to improving inventory control as well as the overall functions of the Accounting. Dept.  Prior to joining SUNation, Sandra held multiple Sr. Accounting and Inventory Analyst roles.  Sandra enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband and daughter who is a competitive soccer player.

Mike Stegmeier

Sr. Director of Business Operations & Analytics

Before joining the solar industry, Mike worked his way through college in the entertainment industry as a lighting designer and sound engineer. In 2014, he decided to point that same creativity and technical curiosity  toward a more sustainable future and hopped on the “Solar Coaster” where he started as a Site Evaluator and PV Designer.

Over the years, Mike’s passion for problem-solving, operational improvement, and turning data into actionable insights has helped him grow into his current role as Vice President of Business Operations. He has played a key role in developing and implementing many of the systems, processes, and automation tools that keep SUNation operating efficiently and at the forefront of the industry.
Mike holds a certificate in Applied Business Analytics from MIT and continues to explore new ways to leverage technology, data, and creative thinking to improve both the employee and customer experience. He is also passionate about building a collaborative, energetic workplace where teams are encouraged to innovate, solve problems, and have some fun along the way.
Outside of work, Mike serves as president of a local 501(c)(3) organization supporting families in need throughout the Greater Sayville area. He is also a proud father, family man, and an endlessly curious lifelong learner whose interests range from solving puzzles and studying philosophy, creating, and exploring new ideas. Whether he is improving a business process, supporting his community, or diving into a new creative pursuit, Mike is rarely content to stop learning.

Erin MacGrady

Vice President of Corporate Human Resources

Erin MacGrady is responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff, as well as overseeing the current staff in both New York and Hawaii. Erin is a seasoned HR professional, bringing over 30 years of experience to SUNation Energy, Inc. In her last role, she was the Regional HR Business Partner at Belk Department Stores with nearly 300 locations. 

Beth Graziani

Director of Commercial Operations

Prior to joining the SUNation team in 2013, Elizabeth earned a bachelor’s degree in Spanish Language & Literature with a concentration in secondary education from Stony Brook University. She has held many positions at SUNation, starting out as the receptionist and moving her way up to Director of Processing and is currently holding the position as Director of Commercial Operations. Her concentration and determination to make sure that every customer has a wonderful experience with SUNation, along with her willingness to help the SUNation team however needed, has made Elizabeth a great addition to the SUNation family. When she isn’t baking for her team’s birthday’s at SUNation, she enjoys dancing, and just being a Long Island girl, boating and entertaining at her home with her husband.

Scott Sousa

VP of Engineering

Scott Sousa has been a Licensed Master Electrician for over 30 years. He also has over 15 years of solar design and installation experience with thousands of projects completed. Scott is a certified NABCEP PV Installation Professional and an IREC PV training instructor, A former member of the NY Sun Trainers Network, and an Instructor at The Electrical Training Center on Long Island.

Brian Bennett

Sales Manager

Brian Bennett is the manager for SUNation’s Residential and Commercial Sales teams. Since joining SUNation in 2019 as a Commercial Sales Consultant, Brian quickly advanced into a leadership role focused on driving sales performance and delivering exceptional customer experiences. He is dedicated to helping homeowners and businesses take control of their energy costs through customized, long-term solar solutions.

When not working, Brian enjoys spending time with his wife, their two children, and two dogs. A lifelong Long Island resident, he is also passionate about coaching youth soccer and being involved in his local community.

Harry Belechto

Director of Service

Harry is the Director of Service and has been working for SUNation since 2006. He started as a helper on an installation crew and has worked his way up through the ranks makings stops as Junior Installer, Senior Installer, Lead Install, Field Supervisor, Field Engineer and Quality Assurance. Along the way he acquired his Master Electricians License as well achieving solar NABCEP Certification. When not working he enjoys spending time with his 2 sons, boating and anything related to the beach.

Richard Murdocco

Vice President of Marketing & Client Experience

Richard Murdocco is a marketing and communications executive with experience working within the non-profit, financial services, and the renewable energy industries.

Each day, Murdocco works with his team to let your friends and neighbors learn about the many benefits of renewable energy, as well as to further strengthen SUNation’s many connections and partnerships throughout the community. He is also a longtime SUNation customer, having gone solar years before formally joining the industry.

Aside from his communications work, Murdocco teaches courses on environmental policy and economic development as an adjunct professor in both the Public Policy Graduate Program and the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences at Stony Brook University. He has his BA from Fordham University in both Political Science and Urban Studies, and his MA in Public Policy from Stony Brook University. He is currently pursuing his Juris Doctor (JD) at Touro Law. 

He is a lifelong Long Islander, and enjoys spending time with his wife, kids, and their two dogs.  

Maria Martin

VP of Lead Qualification & Service Sales

Maria is an over a decade veteran at SUNation and is the first point of contact with all our potential customers. She is an expert in solar qualification and having the opportunity to speak with others has given her a deep appreciation for customer, and client relations and educating the market on the benefits of going solar. Having a passion for saving homeowners and business owners money is truly what drives these conversations. When not at work, Maria loves spending time with her husband and two daughters. She truly lives the Long Island lifestyle of boating and walking the dogs on the beach.

Tara DelBianco

Business Director Accounting

After earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Tara joined SUNation in 2011. She has since held several positions in the company such as Accounts Payable/Receivable Manager, Payroll Manager, Service Coordinator, and Director of Human Resources and Training. Now as Business Director Accounting, she uses her well-rounded experience to bring her varied skills to the table for each project. In 2023 she was a Long Island Business News Top 50 Women in Business honoree and in her spare time she’s a volunteer member of the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island.
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