Michigan Saves Staff
Michigan Saves is staffed by Public Sector Consultants (PSC), a nonpartisan research and consulting firm. To explore career opportunities, please visit PSC’s website.
Mac McCabe
Contractor Account Manager
517-371-7456
Julie Metty Bennett
Program Design and Innovation Manager
Patrick O’Boyle
Contractor Account Manager
517-816-8335
Todd O’Grady
Director of Outreach
517-331-9491
Todd Parker
Director of Programs
517-331-9464
Mary Templeton
President and CEO
517-331-9470
Kait Wyckoff
Director of Operations
517-331-9479
Public Sector Consultants (PSC), a nonpartisan research and consulting firm, was awarded a grant in 2009 to create an innovative energy efficiency and renewable energy financing system. The team moved quickly, securing input from stakeholders and performing valuable energy and financing research to generate the structures, processes, and policies that would form Michigan Saves. In that same year, Michigan Saves was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, led by a diverse board of directors. Once established, the board engaged PSC to staff the organization, leveraging PSC’s experience, expertise, and history with Michigan Saves. Currently, there are eight full-time PSC team members devoted to Michigan Saves, and several part-time resources who offer further support.
Board of Directors
Paul Schutt
President
Issue Media Group
Roselyn Tantraphol
Vice President
Moonsail North
David Wible
Treasurer
Comerica Bank
Pat Poli
Ex Officio (Special Advisor)
Michigan Public Service Commission
David Allen
Director
Midwest Energy Cooperative
Gregory Bergtold
Director
The Dow Chemical Company (Retired)
John Boladian
Director
DTE Energy
Amanda Godward
Director
Ecotelligent Homes
Julie Hales-Smith
Director
Michigan State Housing Development Authority (Retired)
Saunteel Jenkins
Director
The Heat And Warmth Fund
Doug Luciani
Director
Cunningham-Limp Development Company
Jason Matley
Director
TRUE Community Credit Union
Stephanie Minott
Director
MSU Federal Credit Union
Conan Smith
Director
Michigan Environmental Council
Shelley Sullivan
Director
Energy Sciences
Selma Tucker
Director
Michigan Municipal League
Teri Van Sumeren
Director
Consumers Energy Company
Alina Verdiyan
Director
UrsaLeo
James White
Director
Cinnaire
Operating as a green bank, Michigan Saves creates financing solutions that are designed for function and engineered for success. Our financing know-how and services enable energy consumers anywhere in the state to access the capital they need to invest in the power of clean energy and put it to work for them. Whenever and wherever money is needed for a clean energy project, we are there to help.
Our green bank model is made possible by partnerships with private-sector lenders and energy providers. We also authorize and monitor a network of contractors while providing technical assistance for customers and contractors alike. Our portfolio includes programs for residential, commercial, and municipal customers, and supports energy efficiency, geothermal, and solar photovoltaic projects. And we’re continually adding more features and programs, as well as growing our contractor base, so that even more Michiganders can benefit from safer, more comfortable spaces and smaller utility bills.
Our Mission
Our mission is to stimulate and support investment in energy efficiency and renewable energy systems and measures in Michigan homes, businesses, and public buildings. Working through our industry and with community partners, we:
How We Operate
Michigan Saves was established in 2009 through a grant from the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). The grant allowed a two-year period to establish the organization and develop an initial portfolio of programs to support energy installations. In September 2011, the organization became fully independent. Governed by an 18-member board of directors and a special policy advisor appointed by the MPSC. Michigan Saves has been awarded several grants by state agencies and the U.S. Department of Energy to expand and enhance our programs.
We work hard to be good stewards of taxpayer dollars and use them to appropriately leverage private investment.
Why Our Work Matters
Clean energy is our future. When it comes to greater energy independence and carbon reduction; major environmental and economic benefits; smaller bills; and improved health, safety, and comfort, no one should be excluded. We exist to help all Michiganders access these benefits.
