David Amster-Olszewski, President

David started SunShare in 2011 to bring the benefits of solar energy to more people. While working in the solar industry, David recognized that high prices and a reluctance to have blue panels on the roof were significant roadblocks to bringing clean power to people's homes. With SunShare's community solar garden business model, David developed a way for people to 'go solar' without blue panels on their roof and for 30% less cost than a rooftop system. David started his career in the solar industry in 2006 at international solar energy company SunPower, where he worked in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, gaining a comprehensive view of the solar industry worldwide. He launched his first solar project in 2007, raising $190,000 in a single week to construct a rooftop system at his alma mater, Colorado College, where he received a B.A. in International Political Economy.

Sarah Wood, Sales Team Leader

Sarah Wood manages the SunShare sales team and leads marketing initiatives. Sarah was attracted to SunShare by the business model innovation the company brings to the solar industry. Sarah served four years in the U.S. Air Force as a satellite systems operator, managing state of the art GPS satellite systems. She mastered crisis management as an on-call system expert responsible for troubleshooting GPS and software problems. In addition, she served as a training manager for her squadron. Sarah has augmented her previous experience in technology and team management by studying mechanical engineering and business at the Pikes Peak Community College as a part of the engineering transfer program at University of Colorado, Colorado Springs.

Jim Fladland, Sales Representative

Jim's goal is to bring solar to more people through sales. With over 30 years of experience in the solar industry, he was the contractor for the first commercial solar electric system in Colorado Springs. As an independent contractor, he has done sales and project development for over 20 residential and commercial solar projects. Prior to his career in solar, Jim worked in architectural design and drafting in addition to selling solar thermal systems. He holds a degree in solar engineering technology from Colorado Tech University and was drawn to SunShare by the opportunity for more people to produce their own renewable energy.

Garrett Jacobs, Business Development

Garrett is SunShare's Director of Business Development, responsible for developing strategic relationships and bringing community solar to new markets. Garrett brings sales experience from working at SolarCity, the nation's largest residential solar provider, where he sold rooftop solar systems. Prior to SolarCity, Garrett worked in project management and finance at Landbank Investments, LLC. Garrett has pursued his drive towards increasing energy efficiency and sustainability through nearly thirty workshops at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California. He studied Advertising and Film Production at Chapman University.

Andrew Stevenson, Office Manager

Andrew manages SunShare’s finances and logistics. He joined SunShare to pursue his passion for business and his interest in green technology. Prior to SunShare, Andrew served eight years in the U.S. Air Force as a satellite systems operator and on-call system expert, managing state of the art GPS satellite systems. In addition, he served as a Non-Commissioned Officer in charge of standards and evaluations for his squadron, ensuring that strict performance standards were met. Andrew studied business at Pikes Peak Community College as a part of the business transfer program for Colorado State University.