About TS Conductor.
A note from the Founder.
Dear Colleagues,
TS Conductor was created by engineers for engineers who love to solve tough problems. After many years of industry experience, I saw firsthand how existing conductors were managing problems instead of solving them, and I knew we could do better.
Our patented design doesn’t merely work around long-standing industry problems, it eliminates them at the source. The result is a next generation advanced conductor that’s in a class of its own.
With thousands of miles installed since 2016 and extensive third-party testing, our solution has earned the support of industry leading investors and utility customers. Together, we’re modernizing the world's power grids to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
That’s why I’m so inspired by what we’re building. We’re not just making a product, we’re providing access to affordable, reliable, and clean electricity that promotes economic prosperity and improves the lives of ordinary people.
Sincerely,
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About TS Conductor.
TS Conductor is a public benefit corporation that is modernizing the world’s power grids to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Co-founder and CEO Jason Huang has been a leader in advanced conductor technology since 2010. He recognized the challenges in the industry and saw the need for a better approach. TS Conductor’s award-winning technology has been adopted by respected utilities including Tennessee Valley Authority, Florida Power & Light Company, Salt River Project, Basin Electric Power Cooperative, and more.
With support from industry-leading investors, TS Conductor is investing in a second, vertically integrated plant in the USA to serve a growing number of respected utility customers.
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Dr. Jason Huang is a preeminent expert in advanced conductors and composite materials science with over a decade of experience in the field. His career spans senior leadership positions at companies like CTC Global, BAE Systems, Owens Corning, and Solvay, as well as work with prestigious organizations such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and on critical defense aircraft projects. Dr. Huang holds a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering and an MBA from The Ohio State University, as well as an MS in Materials Science from UCLA.
Hervé Touati is an investor in TS Conductor, serves as its Chief Strategy Officer, and acts as a business developer in Europe and part-time developer of software tools to support TS sales. Hervé's extensive experience includes senior executive positions at Shell, E.ON, and Rocky Mountain Institute, where he built several energy businesses from scratch. He holds a M.S. in Mathematics from Ecole Normale Supérieure de Paris and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from U.C. Berkeley. Touati has received extensive recognition for his work in renewable energy and computer science.
Jorge Silva-Oliveira leads TS Conductor's finance and IT teams, providing critical financial support across the business. With 25 years in international finance and operations, he has held senior leadership positions at Applied Composites, Fender Musical Instruments, and Precision Castparts. Throughout his career, Silva-Oliveira has successfully transformed finance organizations and implemented robust systems driving operational improvements. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical-Aeronautical Engineering from Argentina Instituto Universitario Aeronautico and an MBA from IAE Business School in Argentina.
Lorena Davis is responsible for driving TS Conductor's purpose-driven culture, managing all aspects of human resources strategy, and overseeing recruitment for the company's expansion in the United States. With a background in progressive HR roles at companies like Dover Corporation and Nellson Nutraceutical, Davis excels in aligning talent with business objectives and implementing effective solutions for leadership development and team cohesion. She holds a BS in Business Management from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School and is certified as a SPHR by the HR Certification Institute.
Chris Blakeman leads the manufacturing team at TS Conductor, driving innovation, efficiency, and capacity while ensuring operational safety and compliance. With over 25 years of international leadership in wire manufacturing, including as VP and GM for Davis Wire Corporation, Blakeman brings great expertise to his role. He holds engineering degrees from universities in the UK and France. Blakeman's experience includes starting up a $17 million green field facility in Costa Rica and achieving record profit and cash flow results in his previous positions.
Usama Ahmed oversees TS Conductor's R&D, Engineering and Quality Department. His experience at SHEMAR included developing innovative insulated cross-arms and advancing composite insulating materials. Ahmed has extensive expertise in power transmission technologies, product development, and manufacturing setup. He actively contributes to industry standards through his leadership in technical committees at IEC, IEEE, NEMA, and CIGRE. Ahmed holds a Master of Science in High Voltage and Power Engineering from the University of Engineering and Technology Pakistan.
Joe Hunter directs TS Conductor's global sales strategy with 18 years of utility industry leadership. His experience includes executive roles at Osmose Utilities Services, WESCO Distribution, and Entergy Corporation, where he managed $600 million in transmission and distribution spending. Hunter builds high-performing teams that deliver creative, value-added solutions for utility customers. An active industry advocate, he has served on utility conference boards and helped found the Sustainable Supply Chain Alliance. Hunter holds a Political Science degree from Millsaps College and an MBA from Loyola University New Orleans.
Vivek Kohli serves as CEO for Indian operations. With a background as CEO and Executive Director at Hindusthan Urban Infrastructure and as Business Head and CTO at Sterlite Technologies India, Kohli has a track record of business expansion and technological innovation. He is credited with introducing HTLS conductors to global markets and bringing XLPE cables to India. Kohli holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and co-authored a book on Power Cable Technology.
Charles Bayless is a retired utility executive and lecturer on energy policy, climate change, and ocean acidification. His extensive career includes roles as Chairman, President, and CEO of Tucson Electric Power and Illinois Power, as well as SVP and CFO of PS New Hampshire. Bayless holds degrees in electrical engineering, law, and business administration. He serves on various boards, including the Climate Institute and West Virginia American Water Company, and is a consultant with Insigniam. Bayless is known for his expertise in both the technical and business aspects of the utility industry.
Terry Donnelly brings over 40 years of utility industry experience, including executive positions across engineering, construction, operations, and grid modernization. As former President and COO of ComEd, he led the company to record levels of reliability and customer satisfaction, improving reliability by 70% without increasing average residential bills. Under his leadership, ComEd was named the most reliable utility in the nation for 2023. Donnelly is known for his innovative approach to grid modernization and his focus on making new technologies work in the real world.
John (JD) Hammerly has dedicated his career to improving the design, economics, reliability, and public perception of the electricity industry. With expertise spanning generation, transmission, distribution, and end-use energy consumption, he has been at the forefront of technological and business changes in the industry. Hammerly co-founded The Glarus Group–providing strategy and technology advisory services to over a hundred electric utility industry clients–and was instrumental in founding the GridWise Alliance and Northwest Center for Electric Power Transmission.
Amory Lovins, physicist and co-founder of RMI, is renowned as the "Einstein of energy efficiency" and one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People. With a career spanning over 45 years, he has advised major firms and governments in 70+ countries on energy security, efficiency, and renewables. Lovins has authored 31 books and 700+ papers, receiving numerous prestigious awards including the Blue Planet and Volvo Prizes. He holds 12 honorary doctorates and is an Adjunct Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Stanford University.
Bob Thompson serves as Vice President at Preferred Sales Agency, LTD, the largest Representative Agency in the United States and the agent for TS Conductor across much of the country. His expertise spans organizational leadership, strategy development, and execution. He holds a BS in Finance from Salisbury University, a Juris Master from Liberty University School of Law, and an MBA from The Citadel. A United States Marine veteran, Bob brings a disciplined and results-oriented approach to every challenge.
Martin Travers retired from Black & Veatch Corporation after a 43-year tenure, where he served as an Executive Member of the Board of Directors. His roles included Business Unit President and Group President of Telecommunications, Management Consulting, Data Centers, Federal, and Environmental business units. Travers holds a BS in Civil Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and has extensive experience in managing engineering and construction projects. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the National Wireless Safety Alliance.