Jake Pole

Executive Vice President

Job Duties
  • Financial Modeling
  • Procurement
  • Strategic Planning
  • Relationship Delveopment
Jake Pole

Bio

Jake has been a driving force in the solar industry for over a decade. His wealth of experience and strategic contributions have left a mark on energy projects across the Midwest.

At Sandhills Energy, Jake channels his expertise into third-party-owned asset management and the cultivation of strategic industry relationships. His adept networking has solidified connections with major national renewable finance companies, tax equity partners, and manufacturers.

Prior to Sandhills, Jake strategized for a national distributor within the solar industry. His efforts aided developers and EPCs in establishing their own solar division. This led him to Blue Sky Solar, where Jake leveraged his experience to expand the company’s regional presence. Starting in sales and development, he collaborated with Raki Giannakouros, Executive Vice President at Sandhills Energy, on Blue Sky Solar projects, setting the stage for a successful merger.

Jake earned his Bachelor of Arts from Augustana University and holds accreditation from Solar Energy International, emphasizing his commitment to staying at the forefront of industry advancements.

His multifaceted experience and connections position Jake as a key player in steering Sandhills Energy toward continued success in the renewable energy landscape.

Our Team

Our leadership team is composed of sharp-minded, resourceful individuals dedicated to transforming your challenges into impactful solutions. Passionate and committed, they strive to make a positive difference for local communities and individuals like you.

Meet the Team

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Eric Johnson
Eric Johnson
President
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Raki Giannakouros
Raki Giannakouros
Executive Vice President
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Michael Knapp
Michael Knapp
Senior Vice President of Operations
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Raphael Martinez
Raphael Martinez
Director Of Business Relations
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Chuck Hassebrook
Chuck Hassebrook
Senior Vice President for Strategy
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Brian Boerner
Brian Boerner
Senior Vice President of Development
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Channing Bryen
Channing Bryen
Controller
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Derek Shardt
Derek Schardt
Director of Finance Analysis
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Kyle Gorsuch
Kyle Gorsuch
Director of Operations and Maintenance