Building Leadership Strength for a Growing Community Solar Platform

CHALLENGE

A private equity firm focused on low-carbon solutions needed to hire a Managing Director for one of its community solar businesses. The company sought a leader capable of advancing the business model, strengthening operations, and supporting long-term strategic objectives.

The search required precision. The client’s preferred locations significantly narrowed the available talent pool, making it essential to reach every qualified leader in the market. At the same time, the role demanded a seasoned operator with deep sector experience, strong commercial instincts, and the ability to scale a business in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

ACTION

TRANSEARCH began with a detailed alignment process to clarify the business model, organizational goals, and the leadership competencies required for success. This groundwork shaped a national talent mapping effort spanning the community solar sector and adjacent low-carbon markets.

Our team conducted broad outreach to fully assess the national pool and ensure no qualified leader was overlooked. Real-time market conversations provided insight into candidate availability, location constraints, and competitive dynamics. Through this process, we identified a standout candidate whose background closely matched the desired profile. Timing aligned seamlessly due to the recent sale of her prior employer, creating a natural window for transition.

The team guided the client through each stage of evaluation and decision-making, balancing the urgency to hire with the need for a long-term organizational fit.

IMPACT

The search concluded with the appointment of a highly capable leader whose experience, timing, and strategic alignment made her an exceptional fit for the firm’s long-term goals. After one week of compensation and transition discussions, she accepted the offer.

Her leadership provides the depth, clarity, and forward momentum needed to strengthen the platform and advance the company’s position in the community solar market.