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John Sharpe

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Director, National Power Solutions at Generac Industrial Energy
📍 Asheville, North Carolina, United States

John Sharpe is the National Power Solutions Manager at Generac, leveraging over 30 years of experience in the emergency power industry. An expert in power design and energy solutions, he focuses on assisting the MEP design and construction community. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech.

He is a frequent speaker at national and regional engineering conferences, such as those for ASHE and NFPA, where he conducts technical training. His involvement in Circle K during college suggests a foundational interest in community service and engagement.

John is a Caterpillar-certified Six Sigma Black Belt, and in a previous role, his process improvement initiatives resulted in savings of over $400,000 annually.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Director, National Power Solutions
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Asheville, North Carolina, United States
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Priorities

Topics John cares about

Efficient Generator Sizing
Champions Generac's Power Design Pro software, which helps engineers accurately size generators to avoid unnecessary costs, a topic he has recently presented on.
Intelligent Energy Strategy
Discusses advanced topics like peak shaving, demand response, and curtailment programs, highlighting financial benefits for customers through smart energy management.
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Career

Work history

4-2024
Director, National Power Solutions
Generac Industrial Energy
4-2012 - 7-2020
Power Solutions Manager
Generac Power Systems
3-2006 - 3-2012
EPG Sales Operations Manager
Gregory Poole Equipment Company
3-2004 - 3-2006
Sales Operations Manager
Empire Machinery
2-2002 - 5-2003
Six Sigma Black Belt
Empire Machinery
In the press

Media appearances

John Sharpe, Generac Power Systems, Waukesha, Wis., Author at Consulting - Specifying Engineer. Featured in Consulting - Specifying Engineer (csemag.com)
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Standby Energy and Energy Strategy (w/John Sharpe from Generac Power Systems). Featured in YouTube
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Education
1986 - 1991
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Virginia Tech
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