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Our Team
Headwater Energy is headed by an experienced management team that brings decades of solar industry background and knowledge.
Mike Cohen
Chief Executive Officer
Mike originally co-founded Aspen Creek Power with the mission of accelerating the transition t…
Mike Cohen
Chief Executive Officer
Mike originally co-founded Aspen Creek Power with the mission of accelerating the transition to renewable energy. Mike stepped into the daily operations of Headwater as its CEO in 2024 has since been instrumental in focusing the pipeline and strategic direction. Previously, Mike was the co-founder and President of Cypress Creek Renewables, one of the nation’s largest renewable power companies. Mike has his J.D. from Georgetown Law and prior to entering the renewable space, was an energy transaction attorney at Kirkland & Ellis in Washington, DC.
Matt McGovern
President
A serial renewable energy entrepreneur, Matt has been focused on developing and fi…
Matt McGovern
President
A serial renewable energy entrepreneur, Matt has been focused on developing and financing solar projects in the US for the past 12 years. In addition to his role as President and co-founder of Aspen Creek Power, Matt co-founded Cypress Creek Renewables and led the company as CEO and board member through its growth into one of the country’s largest, privately-held developers of utility scale solar projects in the country. Matt is also a co-founder of Silver Creek Energy and Birch Creek Development.
Jay Nemeth
Chief Development Officer
Jay is currently the Chief Development Officer at Headwater Energy, but before his move t…
Jay Nemeth
Chief Development Officer
Jay is currently the Chief Development Officer at Headwater Energy, but before his move to renewable energy development as a co-founder of Oakhurst Energy, Jay’s entire career was in the electric utility industry. Working with utilities and corporations to structure innovative offtake products was the culmination of more than twenty years of varied utility experiences. Jay had roles leading long-term resource planning and then portfolio management for the North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation, where he also ran GreenCo Solutions and managed Renewable Portfolio Standard obligations on behalf of twenty-two electric cooperatives. Jay worked as a natural gas and emissions trader for Progress Energy (now part of Duke Energy), with additional roles during his tenure in wholesale power market forecasting, enterprise risk management, and supply chain strategy. Jay started his career working as a consultant and later as a product manager for a company whose software tools were widely used by utilities in the US and across the globe for forecasting and resource planning. His training as an engineer has served him well as he continues to seek solutions where risks are evaluated, and the needs of all stakeholders are met in the most effective and efficient manner. Jay graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in Electrical Engineering.
Daniel Raisin
Chief Legal Officer and Head of Transactions
Daniel oversees all legal related matters at the Company and leads the Company’s M&A activity….
Daniel Raisin
Chief Legal Officer and Head of Transactions at Headwater Energy
Daniel oversees all legal related matters at the Company and leads the Company’s M&A activity. Daniel was previously at CloudKitchens, a Los Angeles based real estate start-up company, where he was a founding member of the legal team, led the Company’s government relations team and served as a director on the real estate acquisitions and development team. At the start of his career, Daniel spent six years at a large international law firm, specializing in venture capital, M&A and real estate.
Jennifer Wang
Vice President of Project Finance
Jennifer Wang joined Headwater Energy in May 2025 as Vice President of Project Finance. Prior to joining Headwater, Jennife…
Jennifer Wang
Vice President of Project Finance
Jennifer Wang joined Headwater Energy in May 2025 as Vice President of Project Finance. Prior to joining Headwater, Jennifer was Vice President of Structured Finance and Investment Analytics at Pacifico Energy LLC, where she led the project finance function and capital raising efforts for Behind-the-Meter solar and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. During her tenure, she successfully closed over $150 million in construction debt, permanent loans, tax equity financing, and sale-leaseback transactions. Earlier in her career, Jennifer served as Director of Pricing and Investment Analytics at Wings Capital Partners. In that role, she was responsible for aircraft portfolio valuation, analytics, and capital markets strategy, and played a key role in the issuance of over $600 million in asset-backed securities. She began her career as an M&A advisor in the Strategic Planning group at Edison International (NYSE: EIX), where she focused on corporate development and strategic transactions. Jennifer is a CFA charter holder and holds an inactive CPA license.
Cullen Morris
Vice President of Development
Cullen is the Vice President of Development at Headwater Energy. Prior to its merger with Aspen Creek Power…
Cullen Morris
Vice President of Development
Cullen is the Vice President of Development at Headwater Energy. Prior to its merger with Aspen Creek Power, Cullen led the development team at Oakhurst Energy Development, drawing on over a decade of project management and utility-scale solar development experience gained as founder and partner at Cooperative Solar and, before that, as Vice President of Development at Strata Solar. At Strata, Cullen built and managed a pipeline of over 150 solar projects – more than 100 of which have been built in North Carolina to date. Cullen has managed projects in every stage of the development process and trained many others in the solar industry to do the same. Cullen is a former member of North Carolina Sustainability Energy Association’s Board of Directors and has taught graduate classes on renewable development at Duke University and North Carolina State University. Cullen holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Virginia Tech and a Master of Energy Management from Duke University. Cullen maintains work-life balance by blowing off steam on his mountain bike or racing his motorcycle at various racetracks in the Southeast US.
Brian Romero
Director of Development
Brian joined Headwater via Aspen Creek Power in November 2022 as Director of Development. Brian is responsible for leading al….
Brian Romero
Director of Development
Brian joined Headwater via Aspen Creek Power in November 2022 as Director of Development. Brian is responsible for leading all greenfield development efforts of Headwater’s renewable pipeline in the Southeast, as well as manage the due diligence associated with the company’s M&A strategy in numerous markets. Brian manages all daily development activities including strategic planning and site origination, permitting and interconnection activities, local public engagement, contract and permit compliance, and project financing. Prior to joining Aspen, Brian worked as Director of Development at Vitis Energy (formerly known as NTE Energy), and was responsible for renewable and thermal project development activities across the company’s 1 GW development portfolio, as well as lead consulting services for thermal project development. Regional development experience in various markets including ISO NE, ERCOT, SERC and WECC. He holds a BSBA with a concentration in Finance and Mathematics from the University of Central Florida.
Bill Tuxworth
Director of Accounting & Finance
Bill joined Headwater in August 2024 as their Director of Accounting. He leads the company’s Accounting, financia…
Bill Tuxworth
Director of Accounting & Finance
Bill joined Headwater in August 2024 as their Director of Accounting. He leads the company’s Accounting, financial reporting, cash management, and development capital functions. Prior to Headwater, Bill served as a controller at CloudKitchens where he led their finance & accounting function for the Americas region and at a global capacity during early international expansion. His experience also spans across corporate finance & international taxation. Born in Sydney, Australia, Bill holds a degree in applied Finance & Accounting, and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants ANZ.
Alexis Arellano
Senior Corporate Counsel
Alexis joined Headwater in February 2025 as Senior Corporate Counsel. Her role comprises various transactiona…
Alexis Arellano
Senior Corporate Counsel
Alexis joined Headwater in February 2025 as Senior Corporate Counsel. Her role comprises various transactional support across project acquisitions, financing matters, offtake arrangements, and real estate transactions. Prior to Headwater, Alexis launched her career in renewable energy at Standard Solar, Inc., a Brookfield renewable company, where she managed 150MW+ worth of DG project acquisitions. Before her move to the renewable energy space, Alexis had roles counseling venture capital investors and early-stage companies from idea stage to exit. Alexis received her AB in Religion from Princeton University and her JD from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State with a Certificate in Law, Science, and Technology. Outside of work you will likely find her swimming, biking, and running along the California coast.
Cooper Norris
Senior Real Estate Counsel
Cooper serves as Senior Real Estate Counsel in Headwater’s legal division. Cooper joined Headwater via Oakhurst Ener…
Cooper Norris
Senior Real Estate Counsel
Cooper serves as Senior Real Estate Counsel in Headwater’s legal division. Cooper joined Headwater via Oakhurst Energy Development in early 2023 and focuses on supporting Headwater through all stages project development – overseeing legal issues related to site specific real estate matters, land use, and regulatory compliance. Cooper also assists Headwater Energy’s project finance team in real estate diligence matters related to transactions. Before joining Headwater, Cooper served as a staff attorney at Legal Aid of North Carolina, assisting low-income residents with real property, land use, and regulatory matters related to hurricane recovery. Cooper received his BS from Florida State University in Economics, with a focus on sustainable development, and his JD from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is admitted to practice by both the North Carolina (2020) and South Carolina (2024) state bars. When not at his desk, you can likely find him near a body of water sailing or fly fishing.
Latham Grimes
Special Projects Advisor
Latham joined Headwater via Oakhurst Energy Development and serves as Special Projects Advisor…
Latham Grimes
Special Projects Advisor
Latham joined Headwater via Oakhurst Energy Development and serves as Special Projects Advisor, as well as on the Board. With a legal and real estate development background and over a decade in utility- scale solar, Latham gets to drill down on development strategies at Headwater, whether focusing on innovative projects (offtake or interconnection), new technologies or niche ideas with potential to scale. Prior to Headwater, from 2019-2023, Latham co-founded Oakhurst Energy and served as CEO, helping Oakhurst generate a development portfolio of 2 GW in the Southeast. Latham got his start in the solar industry in 2012 as the General Counsel of Strata Solar, where he was integrally involved in the development and finance of over 500 MW of solar projects totaling almost $1 billion. Latham is also a hands-on minority investor in solar companies with other areas of focus, including O&M, sheep grazing, C&I rooftop, energy storage software and community solar. He lives in Chapel Hill with his wife and two dogs, enjoying live music, travel, skiing, and the Tar Heels as much as he can (along with his two college age children whenever they can tag along).
Mark Scaer
Project Manager
Mark joined Headwaters via Oakhurst Energy Development in May of 2023 and currently serves as a Project Manager. He…
Mark Scaer
Project Manager
Mark joined Headwaters via Oakhurst Energy Development in May of 2023 and currently serves as a Project Manager. He oversees a diverse portfolio of projects through various stages of the development life cycle, ensuring successful execution from inception to completion. A key aspect of Mark’s role is providing Headwaters’ financial team and external stakeholders with accurate, project-specific insights to support informed decision-making and drive successful project development. Mark received his BA from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Economics. When not engaged in development work, Mark can likely be found biking and running.
David Vines
GIS and Project Manager
David joined Headwater via Oakhurst Energy as an Associate Project Manager in January 2023. In his current role, David focuses on origination and proje…
David Vines
GIS and Project Manager
David joined Headwater via Oakhurst Energy as an Associate Project Manager in January 2023. In his current role, David focuses on origination and project development. Before joining Headwater, David began his career working in the nonprofit sector focusing on western public lands conservation projects through his background in geospatial analysis, data management and cartography. At Headwater, David hopes to use these skills to push for a broader transition to renewable energy. David received his BA in Anthropology from North Carolina State University and his MA in Geography and GIS from Appalachian State University. When he’s not finding the next solar site you can likely find David paddling, skiing or biking.
Jack Major
Project Finance Analyst
Jack is a Project Finance Analyst specializing in renewable energy project financing. He supports deal structuring, due diligence, and financial modeling, helping as…
Jack Major
Project Finance Analyst
Jack is a Project Finance Analyst specializing in renewable energy project financing. He supports deal structuring, due diligence, and financial modeling, helping assess project feasibility and optimize financing strategies. Previously, a Financial Operations Analyst, he developed expertise in financial analysis, risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration. He works closely with development, legal, and operations teams to streamline transactions and secure funding. Additionally, he coordinates with lenders and investors to ensure comprehensive evaluation, assess project viability, and refine financing strategies. Jack holds a B.A. in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.
Anthony Garcia
Finance Associate
Anthony Garcia is a Finance Associate at Headwater Energy, focused on project finance for utility-scale solar. He leads efforts across debt and tax equity capit..
Anthony Garcia
Finance Associate
Anthony Garcia is a Finance Associate at Headwater Energy, focused on project finance for utility-scale solar. He leads efforts across debt and tax equity capital raises, financial modeling, and project valuation. With five years of experience in solar development and financing, he brings a cross-functional perspective to advancing projects from early-stage development through closing. He holds a degree in Energy Business and Finance from Penn State.
Siian Xie
Senior Accountant
Siian joined Headwater in April 2025 as a Senior Accountant. She supports the company’s accounting, financial reporting, cash manage….
Siian Xie
Senior Accountant
Siian joined Headwater in April 2025 as a Senior Accountant. She supports the company’s accounting, financial reporting, cash management, and development capital functions. Prior to joining the team, she held finance and accounting roles across private equity, venture capital, and fund administration, supporting lean teams in fast-paced environments. She began her career in public accounting, working with clients in real estate and investment management. Siian holds a Master of Accountancy from Golden Gate University and a B.S. in Business Administration from Boston University.
Gabriel Esler
Operations Associate
Operations Associate Gabriel is an Operations Associate at Headwater Energy, where he supports functions across Headwater’s operating portf…
Gabriel Esler
Operations Associate
Operations Associate Gabriel is an Operations Associate at Headwater Energy, where he supports functions across Headwater’s operating portfolio, including asset management, business intelligence, and reporting. Prior to joining Headwater, Gabriel directed Product at FUZE Technology, a mobile-charging and ad-tech start-up. At FUZE, he directed teams responsible for building the company’s hardware, software, and infrastructure, helping scale the business to over 1 million paid rentals. Gabriel holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern California, where he also minored in Product Design. Outside the office, he enjoys live music and spending time outdoors, whether on a trail, skis, or a surfboard. Siian Xie, Senior Accountmant
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