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About the Episode:

Sohan Das, Vice President at EVS, Inc., addresses the demand for(and gap in) skilled engineering labor in the renewable energy sector. EVS, Inc., a family-owned engineering firm, is pivotal in bridging this gap for specialized expertise in electrical, civil, structural, geotechnical, and land survey engineering, crucial for the transition of global energy grids towards renewable sources. Das’s extensive background in architecture and solar energy has been key to EVS’s evolution into an industry-leading engineering services provider in an entirely new category for themselves - Solar Energy. This discussion delves into the company’s approach to meeting the demands of the renewable energy market, highlighting their efficiency and effectiveness in project management. It also explores EVS's successful business model pivot through an intrepid young hire, and the intrapreneurial spirit driven by their core values and customer-centric approach.

Helpful RESOURCES:

Connect with Sohan Das:

• LinkedIn | X

Check out EVS, Inc.:

• Website | LinkedIn | X | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram

Episodes Referenced In this Conversation:

• Robert Piconi, Ep 642
• COP 28, Ep 660

Key Takeaways:

1. Strategic Market Evolution and Client-Centric Approach: EVS's successfully transitioned from a civil engineering firm to become a pioneer in community solar and storage.  Their commitment to a comprehensive 'one stop shop' engineering services helps clients accelerate project delivery without sacrificing quality, and builds long-term client relationships founded on trust, honesty, and reliability.
2. Internal Talent Cultivation: Core to EVS’s success is investing in the development and upskilling of employees to build a robust and diverse workforce capable of scaling the company in a demanding renewable energy environment while maintaining the core values of respect, humility, and integrity.
3. Navigating Leadership Challenges: embrace the responsibilities of leadership, including making difficult decisions and learning from mistakes, to foster a strong and empowered team.

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES:

“Every director is always looking for the best of EVS, not for just the best of their own department. And that’s what I think the Midwest values, the values that Dennis brought. And our core values are respect, humility, and integrity is really key to make that happen.”

— Sohan Das

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