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Our Team
James Fanning
Chief Executive Officer
Co-Founder
James (Jimmy) Fanning, our CEO is an entrepreneur, futurist, and ideation realist.
Jimmy started his business life young, and started working for himself at the age of 20. In 1986, with the breakup of the AT&T monopoly, he founded a private telecommunications company specializing in public telephones. By 1990, it was the third largest company of its type in Florida and 6th in the US. Highly successful in obtaining contracts which included major airports, the US Navy, and the two largest mall developers in the US as well as over 4000 independently owned locations afforded Jimmy the opportunity to sell the company.
He then went onto develop real estate and invest in several technology companies before getting involved in the foodservice industry where he built owned and operated 7 restaurants.
In 2004, he founded Global Energy Trading Company, GETCO. GETCO acquired lands in South America, primarily Colombia and Peru for the purpose of cultivating feedstock for bio-diesel production.
In 2013, Jimmy fulfilled his lifelong dream of life on a sailboat living and traveling for over 8 years.
The EV market has presented an opportunity exciting enough to bring him back on land and into the business world.
Co-Founder
James (Jimmy) Fanning, our CEO is an entrepreneur, futurist, and ideation realist.
Jimmy started his business life young, and started working for himself at the age of 20. In 1986, with the breakup of the AT&T monopoly, he founded a private telecommunications company specializing in public telephones. By 1990, it was the third largest company of its type in Florida and 6th in the US. Highly successful in obtaining contracts which included major airports, the US Navy, and the two largest mall developers in the US as well as over 4000 independently owned locations afforded Jimmy the opportunity to sell the company.
He then went onto develop real estate and invest in several technology companies before getting involved in the foodservice industry where he built owned and operated 7 restaurants.
In 2004, he founded Global Energy Trading Company, GETCO. GETCO acquired lands in South America, primarily Colombia and Peru for the purpose of cultivating feedstock for bio-diesel production.
In 2013, Jimmy fulfilled his lifelong dream of life on a sailboat living and traveling for over 8 years.
The EV market has presented an opportunity exciting enough to bring him back on land and into the business world.
Nick Ramirez
Chief Operating Officer
Co-Founder
Nick Ramirez is an entrepreneur with a compelling track record. In 2018, he co-founded Occitel Communications, a provider of internet services in Colombia, South America which delivered internet access to thousands of users while incorporating the use of solar energy to power rural communities. He currently has two ongoing businesses. One is a network of electric vehicle charging stations across the south eastern United States in roadside hotels (JUS Charging Systems). A chain of unique Airbnb accommodations using tiny houses and shipping containers for tourism services in popular regions of Colombia (Casa Santo Domingo).
Co-Founder
Nick Ramirez is an entrepreneur with a compelling track record. In 2018, he co-founded Occitel Communications, a provider of internet services in Colombia, South America which delivered internet access to thousands of users while incorporating the use of solar energy to power rural communities. He currently has two ongoing businesses. One is a network of electric vehicle charging stations across the south eastern United States in roadside hotels (JUS Charging Systems). A chain of unique Airbnb accommodations using tiny houses and shipping containers for tourism services in popular regions of Colombia (Casa Santo Domingo).
Danel Valero
Vice - President of Business Development
Danel Valero is a dynamic professional with a background in healthcare management and data science, originally from Venezuela and now thriving in the United States. With extensive experience in hospital administration, Danel seamlessly transitioned into data science, where he excels at deriving actionable insights from complex datasets. Additionally, leverages his expertise in business development, utilizing his data science knowledge to drive strategic initiatives and foster growth.
Danel Valero is a dynamic professional with a background in healthcare management and data science, originally from Venezuela and now thriving in the United States. With extensive experience in hospital administration, Danel seamlessly transitioned into data science, where he excels at deriving actionable insights from complex datasets. Additionally, leverages his expertise in business development, utilizing his data science knowledge to drive strategic initiatives and foster growth.
Shawn Weiker
Chief Technology Officer
Shawn Weiker is a technology executive with nearly two decades of experience in IT, specializing in Salesforce cloud solutions across industries such as health, manufacturing, travel, transportation, pharma, hi-tech, health insurance, and entertainment.
He leverages his expertise to drive innovation, streamline operations, and create scalable solutions that help businesses maximize their technology investments. His deep understanding of system architecture, automation, and integration enables companies to enhance efficiency and maintain a competitive edge in their markets.
Through Crave IT Arts, a registered Salesforce consulting firm, Shawn delivers customized implementations that enhance system usability and business performance. His hands-on approach ensures that clients receive tailored solutions designed to meet their unique needs, whether they are optimizing existing platforms or implementing new ones. By combining technical expertise with strategic insight, he helps organizations unlock the full potential of their Salesforce ecosystem.
Beyond his consulting work, Shawn is passionate about driving industry advancements and staying ahead of emerging trends in cloud technology. He actively collaborates with businesses to design future-ready solutions that align with their long-term goals. His commitment to excellence, problem-solving mindset, and ability to navigate complex technological landscapes make him a trusted advisor for organizations looking to scale and evolve in a digital-first world.
Shawn Weiker is a technology executive with nearly two decades of experience in IT, specializing in Salesforce cloud solutions across industries such as health, manufacturing, travel, transportation, pharma, hi-tech, health insurance, and entertainment.
He leverages his expertise to drive innovation, streamline operations, and create scalable solutions that help businesses maximize their technology investments. His deep understanding of system architecture, automation, and integration enables companies to enhance efficiency and maintain a competitive edge in their markets.
Through Crave IT Arts, a registered Salesforce consulting firm, Shawn delivers customized implementations that enhance system usability and business performance. His hands-on approach ensures that clients receive tailored solutions designed to meet their unique needs, whether they are optimizing existing platforms or implementing new ones. By combining technical expertise with strategic insight, he helps organizations unlock the full potential of their Salesforce ecosystem.
Beyond his consulting work, Shawn is passionate about driving industry advancements and staying ahead of emerging trends in cloud technology. He actively collaborates with businesses to design future-ready solutions that align with their long-term goals. His commitment to excellence, problem-solving mindset, and ability to navigate complex technological landscapes make him a trusted advisor for organizations looking to scale and evolve in a digital-first world.
Advisory Board
Mike Patel
Mike Patel is Vice president and a managing partner in DP Hotels, whose portfolio encompasses over 20 properties spanning brands across Wyndham, Hilton, Marriott, Choice and IHG …Mike has been a partner since 1995 and has been instrumentally involved in construction, procurement, design, build and management in the hospitality industry. He is highly regarded by his peers as being well informed, knowledgeable, and exemplifies those principles important to consistently return healthy profits to the bottom line, while understanding the value of delivering superior guest services. Mike has a keen sense of awareness of the trends in the market and is always at the forefront of adopting new amenities that are important to attract and improve occupancies and guest satisfaction. DP Hotels group is always looking ahead at the ever-changing arena of amenities that guests look for at their hotels. Mike has been married to his wife for 32 years and together have raised two boys who have matured into adulthood with excellent achievements in their chosen fields as a result of their education and upbringing.
Peter Rosen
Peter Rosen, the founder and CEO of ProSolar, is a dynamic entrepreneur with extensive experience in construction and finance across Florida and the Caribbean. Driven by a deep belief in the transformative power of solar energy, Rosen founded ProSolar in 2007 to make renewable energy more accessible in the region. Under his leadership, ProSolar has grown into a $150 million annual solar energy development company, operating in Florida, California, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Rosen’s professional journey spans nearly 30 years, starting with the establishment of Benchmark Construction, where he served as a general contractor and home builder, overseeing the construction of over 500 homes and renovating more than 1 million square feet of commercial property in Tallahassee, Florida. He also founded Cornerstone Realty, working as a real estate broker for nearly two decades, and served as the founding director of ProBank, a Florida-chartered bank. Rosen’s credentials reflect his diverse expertise. In Florida, he is a certified general, solar, building, and roofing contractor, as well as a licensed real estate broker. He also holds certification as a general contractor in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Additionally, Rosen is a certified private pilot with FAA certifications as an instrument-rated and multi-engine rated pilot. A 1990 graduate of Florida State University, Rosen holds a degree in real estate and risk management. He remains connected to his alma mater and takes pride in the projects he has completed in Tallahassee. Currently, Rosen resides in Fort Lauderdale with his husband, Andrew Jiménez, along with their two dogs and two cats. In his free time, he enjoys camping, snow skiing, and rafting in the great outdoors. Through ProSolar and his unwavering commitment to renewable energy, Peter Rosen continues to make a lasting impact on sustainable development in Florida and the Caribbean.
Brady Adams
Brady currently serves as Chief Operating Officer for Intermountain Infrastructure Group, LLC (IIG), Brady Adams leads the development of the company’s Digital Infrastructure platform. Prior to IIG, Adams served CEO of BAI Connect, CEO of Optic Access LLC, COO One Source Networks, CTO at 360 Networks and CTO at Grande Communications. Adams also Co-founded Unified Scale. Adams studied Electronic Engineering Technology and attended Texas State University. Adams is commonly found outdoors in his spare time enjoying time with his family. Adams has 6 children and 1 granddaughter.
Patrick Kerney
Patrick founded Kerney & associates specializing in HVAC, plumbing and electrical contracting services in large scale facilities. Patrick sold Kerney & Associates to a private equity firm where he now acts as the firm’s specialist in seeking new acquisition opportunities in this field.
Terri Patton
Terri Patton is an accomplished engineer with over 30 years of experience with industry leaders in Oil & Gas operations, design and construction. She was employed by Chevron, Atkins, Det Norske Veritas (DNV), and Kellogg Brown & Root (KBR), where she led teams to provide process safety design and risk management guidance on projects and operations spanning offshore, onshore, and subsea in Africa, Kazakhstan, Australia and Gulf of Mexico. She received a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Louisiana State University.
Yober Ramirez
Yober Ramírez Sánchez is an accomplished Electrical Engineer and Business Management Specialist with robust technical and managerial expertise, dedicated to optimizing and improving processes. Throughout his career, he has led high-performing teams, implemented innovative solutions, and analyzed strategic indicators to deliver exceptional results. Ramírez is distinguished by his sense of responsibility, proactivity, and leadership—qualities that enable him to address challenges efficiently and provide timely solutions. His commitment to quality and results-oriented approach has been pivotal in achieving success across all his projects. As the founder and CEO of Occitel Telecomunicaciones SAS, Ramírez has been leading efforts since 2017 to bring solar energy and internet connectivity to the most remote areas of Colombia through technologies such as radio links and fiber optics. He is also the founder of Casa Santo Domingo, a premium rural lodging venture located in two municipalities of Colombia. This project merges sustainability, tourism, and hospitality to offer unique experiences in natural settings. Ramírez's mission is to contribute to the development of efficient energy solutions and connectivity that drive the transition toward a cleaner, more connected future while supporting the sustainable growth of rural communities in Colombia. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with his dog, Odin.
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