Independent Energy Solutions
About IES
IES has over 40 years of combined experience in photovoltaics, construction and renewable energy systems.Executive Management
Linda Strand - CEO / President
Ms. Strand, Founder and CEO of Independent Energy Solutions, has over 25 years experience in environmental and natural resource management, plus a strong background in business relationships and development. Ms. Strand's work experience includes General Dynamics and California State Parks and Recreation, plus she ran a successful business in the 1990’s. She has been highly involved in numerous environmental and business organizations and has co-chaired many women’s business leadership programs. At IES, Ms. Strand has led the company to achieve high standards and sustained growth. She earned her BS in Natural Resource Management at California State University, Sacramento with post-graduate work at California State University, Fullerton.
Troy Strand - Executive Vice President
Mr. Strand has over 17 years experience in system design, engineering, project management, field service, sales and installation of photovoltaic power systems. He enjoys a great deal of respect and recognition among his colleagues in the industry and is a published author of numerous technical and white papers. At IES, Troy has designed and installed over 200 photovoltaic power systems in the U.S., Mexico, Federated States of Micronesia, and Canada. His ability to manage and direct his staff has enabled IES to become the premier integration firm that it is today. He holds a BSEE from California State University, Fullerton.
David Ryburn - Project Engineer & Project Manager
Mr. Ryburn has had more than 26 years experience in construction, engineering, project management, and QC including management and completion of numerous projects in the industrial, commercial and residential sectors. David attended the University of Arizona and is currently in the business program at the University of California, San Marcos. He has held General Contractors Licenses in California and Arizona and is ISO 9002 certified, Cal OSHA trained, and an IEEE member.
Brent Stafford - Project Engineer
Mr. Stafford joined IES in 2004 and has served as a field technician, field engineer and now project engineer. Brent is responsible for project development and design along with data monitoring and product procurement. His background includes a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Colorado State University in 2000. Brent is passionate about IES, photovoltaics and renewable energy.
Additional Info
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