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Nicholas Bair

Chief Executive Officer/Chief Financial Officer

Nicholas BairWith a steadfast commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions and technologies, Nicholas I. Bair. has distinguished himself as a visionary leader in the transformational technology energy sector. As the CEO of Clean Energy Holdings LLC, Nicholas has been at the forefront of pioneering green hydrogen technologies, driving transportation, aerospace, and energy security through innovative community-driven delivery models that achieve economic hurdles without requiring tax subsidies.

Nicholas’s leadership extends beyond his executive role, as he also serves as the Chief Financial Officer, underpinning the financial integrity and strategic direction of the company. Nicholas’s tenure at Clean Energy Holdings has been marked by a collaboration with top-tier EPCs (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and PMCM (Project Management and Construction Management) partners to deliver second-generation energy technologies and infrastructure solutions that redefine the landscape of renewable energy in the United States.

These transformational technology advancements, Nicholas led with Joint Ventures with Major Public OEM’s. Before Nicholas current endeavors, Nicholas played an integral role in developing Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), leveraging his expertise to bridge gaps between government entities and private organizations. His experience includes serving as Chief of Staff and policy advisor for an Honorable Representative as well as engaging with legislative processes during two sessions with an Honorable Senator. Nicholas’s formative professional years were spent at Ch2M, where he delved into Applied Science working on significant projects including Superfund Sites, NGO initiatives, Restoration and Complex Water Management and Government contracts.

Notably, he represented his company in one of the first transitions from a traditional Oil Sands oil refinery to a cutting-edge steam assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) facility. This project not only achieved zero discharge water but also provided electrical generation for both the plant and its surrounding community – a testament to Nicholas’s dedication to sustainable development and water resource management. In subsequent roles as Manager of Construction and Project Manager within a major Technical Division, Nicholas honed his skills in managing complex engineering and construction projects internationally and across various sectors, such as W2E (Waste-to-Energy), hydrogen, ethylene, geothermal, and other emerging technologies.

His comprehensive understanding of infrastructure is further evidenced by his contributions to a major PMCM firm specializing in this field. Nicholas served as Program Manager and Construction Manager building a state-of-the-art Hospital, and other supporting facilities. including managing the selection and installation of leading technologies for operating rooms, Emergency room and supporting start-up initiatives has also been part of Nicholas’s diverse career portfolio. His insights have contributed significantly to the growth of companies focusing on innovative solutions like vertical access wind turbines.

Educationally grounded with a Bachelor of Science in Ecosystems Analysis & Environmental Stewardship from Oregon State University, Nicholas has combined academic excellence with real-world applications to make tangible impacts in environmental policy and sustainable practices. Nicholas I. Bair’s journey through various facets of energy production and environmental stewardship reflects a deep-seated commitment to innovation and sustainability. Nicholas was raised on the first west coast organic dairy farm, where he learned the work ethic and creative thinking to provide vertically integrated solutions. Based in Redmond, Washington, he continues to lead Clean Energy Holdings LLC with strategic vision and unwavering dedication to leading the transformation of energy, mobility and aerospace with green hydrogen and emerging technologies for hydrogen complexes across the Unites States.

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Cornelius Fitzgerald

President

Con has 15+ years of strategy design and execution experience focused in the Corporate Finance and early-stage Renewable Energy fields. He has lead teams for financial product design and national sales campaigns for Fortune 500 clients. As part of the top strategy group at a Fortune 50 bank, he lead and helped shape reorganization efforts for a $5B line of business as well as lead detailed execution for integration of new businesses in M&A activity.

Con is an excellent negotiator of both standard and complex agreements.  His ability to quickly study and understand the nuances of agreements, the interests and perspectives of the different stakeholder and the strategic options led to his role of leading Clean Energy Holdings in its early stage of development.

Con has a solid understanding of all aspects of renewables and a clear ability to explain these issues to different audiences.  His skill in strategy, financials and planning are solid foundations that help the company in many ways. He was instrumental in holding the company together during its exit from the renewable energy technology’s “Valley of Death”, skills and experiences which strengthen the character and brand of the company.

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Peter Orrell

Business Development

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Peter is a proven global business development and strategy executive with over 25 years of successful leadership and results. He possesses a deep understanding of financial services, specialty finance, renewable energy, climate resiliency and Property Assessed Clean Energy.

Peter held a number of senior executive roles for American Express Company prior to becoming CEO of a mid-market private equity held company which he built and subsequently sold.  Most recently, he has acquired deep experience in Property Assessed Clean Energy, a Private Public Partnership facilitating energy efficiency and climate resiliency financing.

Peter has excelled in privately held smaller mid-market organizations as well as Fortune 500 environments.

He possesses both depth and breadth in terms of building international businesses, particularly in Europe and Asia. He has lived and worked in Canada, the United States and Europe.

Peter holds an Honors degree in International Marketing from McGill University.

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