Staff

Jeff Ackermann - Director

Andy Caler - Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator

Andy is responsible for administering training and providing technical assistance for the weatherization program.

Contact: 303-866-2264

Andy Cordova - Weatherization Technical Program Manager

Andy’s years of experience in weatherization enable him to oversee all technical functions and quality assurance of the CEO Weatherization program.

Contact: 303-866-2497

Cabell Hodge - Policy, Regulatory, and Outreach Associate

Cabell works with the director of policy to analyze pieces of legislation and regulatory issues.

Contact:  303-866-2204

Christopher Worley - Regulatory Analyst

Chris provides economic analysis for the Policy Team, intervenes on electrical sector dockets at the Public Utilities Commission, and participates in regional transmission planning groups.

Contact: 303-866-2614

Denise Stepto - Communications Director

Denise is the Public Information Officer for the CEO and fields all public affairs issues. She also serves as the office’s communications lead and oversees the CEO website, newsletter, marketing, and special events.

Contact: 303-866-2262

Don Walker - Weatherization Senior QA Specialist

Don is responsible for field quality assurance inspections of the weatherization work performed in Colorado. He also provides program guidance to weatherization agencies around Colorado while updating and monitoring policies and procedures.

Contact: 303-866-2212

Hillary works with state agencies to reduce their environmental impact by running effective and efficient programs to reduce the state’s use of energy, water, petroleum and paper. Hillary also manages the Public side of the CEO's Energy Performance Contracting Program.

Joani Matranga - Market Development Manager

Joani works with businesses, communities and citizens of Western Colorado to create economic development opportunities within the energy sector.

Contact: 970-366-6036

Laurie King - IT Associate

Laurie works to develop, administer, design and report on both internal and external portals for both weatherization and the CEO as a whole.

Contact: 303-866-2064

Margie Carrasco - Weatherization Production Program Manager

With much of her time spent on the road, Margie manages and oversees the production and technical aspects of the weatherization program statewide.

Contact: 303-866-2084

Matthew Campagnoli - Contracts Associate

Matt sets up competitive solicitations, manages the performance of contracts and manages both quarterly and annual reporting.

Contact: 303-866-3964

Michele Davison - Commercial Buildings Program Associate

Michele acts as support and quality control for a busy commercial buildings program. In this role she provides logistical support and oversees program contracts.

Contact: 303-866-6665

Micahel McReynolds - Policy, Regulatory, Outreach Associate

Micahel works with the director of policy to analyze pieces of legislation and regulatory issues.

Contact: 303-866-3873

Nate Watters - Communications Associate | Intern Program Manager

Nate oversees the website and social media presence for the CEO, manages the intern program, and assists the Communication Director with internal and external communication, media and outreach services.

Contact: 303-866-6585

Paul Scharfenberger - Finance Manager

As Finance Manager for the CEO, Paul manages the Revolving Loan Fund, the Green Colorado Credit Reserve and the Qualified Energy Conservation Bond programs.

Contact: 303-866-2432

Pete Rusin - Residential Buildings Associate

Peter works programs and policies to increase the energy efficiency of residential buildings in Colorado. In this role he works to reduce the barriers to valuing energy efficiency in the home buying process, specifically on the Green MLS initiative, valuation case studies, and training.

Contact: 303-866-2343

Ryan Manzik - Weatherization Program Senior Management Associate

Along with administering the annual request for application process for state weatherization agencies, Ryan also manages various aspects of the low-income weatherization program.

Contact: 303-866-6472

Sara Graf - Contracts Manager

Sara oversees and manages the contract and procurement process for the CEO. She serves as the primary purchasing agent for the agency while developing applications and solicitations for grants and professional services to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Contact: 303-866-2326

Scott Morrissey - Senior Program Manager, Residential Buildings

Scott manages the CEO’s residential buildings program, working to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and appropriately value energy improvements in Colorado’s residential sector.

Contact: 303-866-2163

Stacey Proctor - Senior Weatherization Program Manager

Stacey manages the low-income weatherization program both internally and externally with agencies and utility partners within the state.

Contact: 303-866-2791

Tara Phillips - Senior Accounting Technician

As an integral member of the accounting team, Tara processes payments and assists the staff and accounting team in a myriad of daily tasks.

Contact: 303-866-2601

Tom Hunt - Policy Programs Manager

Tom works on market analysis, policy research, and development of the state’s strategy to promote a balanced transportation energy portfolio and innovation in the fuels sector

Contact: 303-866-2594

Tracee Bentley - Deputy Director, Policy & Legislative Affairs

Contact: 303-866-2259