Meet Us

  Mike Ortolano: President and Chief Engineer

Mr. Ortolano has always had a passion for Renewable Energy, and enjoys working in the field of Solar Energy. He has extensive technical knowledge and expertise on the Solar Energy resource, and is certified in advanced and Grid-Tied PhotoVoltaics. Mike has always been interested in helping his clients cut energy costs and reduce their carbon foot prints.

Mr. Ortolano is a NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer; he has a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), and has served five years in the US Navy as a Nuclear Propulsion Program Project Officer (Rank Lieutenant). He has served as the President of the Massachusetts Section of SPI. Mr. Ortolano currently serves on the SPI Machinery Division's Safety Committee, and has been involved with engineering systems since 1989.

Mike Ortolano is also a co-founder and vice President of the affiliate company Absolute Machinery Corporation, created in 2000, and is one of three founders and Treasurer of Absolute Haitian Corporation, created in 2006.

   Nathan Smith: Vice President

Mr. Smith also shares Mike's passion for Renewable Energy. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from Nichols College. Mr. Smith has served as the President of the Connecticut Section of SPI and is currently a Board Member of the Machinery Dealers National Association. He has been involved in capital equipment and systems since 1991.

Nathan Smith is also a co-founder and President of the affiliate company Absolute Machinery Corporation (2000), and is a co-founder and Vice President of Absolute Haitian Corporation (2006).

   Glenn Frohring: Vice President

 
Mr. Frohring has a Bachelors of Science Degree in Organizational Communications from Ohio University. He is a Senior member of the Cleveland Section of SPI and currently serves on the Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI) Statistics Committee. Mr Frohring has been involved with injection molding since 1986. He has owned and operated a manufacturer's representative agency (Falls Plastic Equipment Sales) representing key industry members.

Mr. Frohring is also one of three founders and President of Absolute Haitian Corporation (2006). He is responsible for Sales and Marketing.

  Craig Thornton: Chief Financial Officer

Craig is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in Massachusetts and has a Bachelors Degree in Mathematics from Worcester State College as well as an advanced degree in accounting from New England School of Accounting. He has an extensive background in both finance and management for manufacturing, wholesale distribution, and communication companies. Craig has been a member of the Absolute Companies since 2008.

Kathy Ethier: Office Manager/Accountant

Kathy holds an Associate's Degree in Accounting from Quinsigamond Community College (QCC) here in Worcester, MA. Kathy has been with the Absolute Group since 2004 as the Office Manager and Accountant. She is responsible for general bookkeeping. Kathy has a great personality, and we are glad she is with us at Absolute Green Energy Corporation.

 Charles H. Cady Jr.: Project Manager

Charles has been a project manager and designer in the construction industry for 30+ years. He has expertise in all phases of the construction process from initial product design to on site supervision and interaction with contractors, architects, and building officials. His role at Absolute Green Energy Corp. will be to ensure that all projects, both residential and commercial are installed in a professional and timely manner. Charles is friendly, has a very likable personality, and we are happy to have him join our team.

 Scott Wade: Sales Manager

Scott has an extensive background of 15+ years in Sales Management across the country. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Springfield College. Scott's skills include Public speaking, sales training, business development, performance management, business ethics, and Multi-site management just to name a few. Past Business Managers have recommended Scott as "a great role model and leader…he is extremely professional with his employees and with customers." and an Account Executive once stated "…he is always willing to offer his assistance to customers…".

Scott is the Sales Manager at Absolute Green Energy where he is responsible for presenting our value propositions, negotiating and closing sales as well as in Business Development.

   Dmitri Strunkin: New England Area Manager

Dmitri has a Masters in Business Administration from Northeastern University, Boston, MA. He has expertise in sales of industrial machinery and customer engagement. Dmitri has held past positions as a corporate account manager before joining Absolute Green Energy Corp. where he is responsible for managing select corporate accounts and partner relationships. 

Dmitri is also in charge of generating new Business, servicing existing accounts, and managing projects for the Absolute Group of companies in New England, New York & New Jersey.

  Derick Ajumni: Social Media Consultant   

Derick holds a Masters Degree in Environmental Science and Policy, with skills in Green Business Management, from Clark University here in Worcester, MA. He is a BPI Certified Building Analyst, and has an extensive background in Management of Environmental Systems, Weatherization, Renewable Energy and Sustainable Development. He is an OSHA 10 Certified Environmental Science and Policy Analyst. 

Derick is responsible for various aspects of developing our approach to building a robust, profitable business in renewable energy systems. He is also responsible for prospecting, networking, and documenting best practices for implementation of residential and commercial solar PV/ Thermal Systems.

 

30% Federal tax credit + State rebates + Available financing etc. makes installing Solar Energy very Affordable. Call us for a free site assessment.