Ilene started Rethinking Power Management with a vision of reducing the impacts of climate change by helping commercial clients turn an interest in energy conservation and sustainability into realities. Previously, Ilene worked with the Consortium for Energy Efficiency organizing utilities, government entities, manufacturers and other stakeholders in support of efficiency-related market-transformation initiatives across the U.S. and Canada. Ilene began her career with ten years in manufacturing and design engineering working for Vishay, a leading manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and passive components. Other business experience includes writing for the Sierra Club and managing organizations/programs including software training facilities, municipal recycling programs, and an orthopedic surgical practice. She holds a B.S. in Metallurgical Engineering from Lehigh University and an MBA from F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. Ilene is an AEE Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and Demand-side Manager (CDSM).

Dave has an extensive and intimate knowledge of buildings and building systems having started and managed an MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) company for more than 30 years. Dave also started a sheet metal fabrication company, a dehumidification company, and even an ice cream shop in St. Kitts before deciding to focus his attention on energy efficiency. Dave’s experience in institutional, commercial, industrial and residential energy efficiency coupled with his knowledge in LEED implementation and as a Certified Building Commissioning Professional afford him unique insight when evaluating over-all operating conditions of a variety of buildings.  Dave understands the advantages and pitfalls of advanced technologies and remains current in this ever-changing world. With his extensive experience and hands-on approach, Dave is able to develop solutions that are practical and effective.

Steve’s experience is well rounded having worked in various industries, with large and small companies, in the private and public sectors, as an in-house engineer and a consulting engineer. Specific strengths include electrical power factor and power quality, lighting, and control systems. The common thread throughout his career has been a passion for sustainability. Prior to joining RPM, Steve managed multi-million dollar projects at Commercial Construction Consulting, served as District Facilities Manager for the Old Rochester Regional School District of Mattapoisett, MA, was Director of Engineering at Johnson & Wales University, worked on the Central Artery Tunnel project as a Senior Electrical Engineer at Bechtel, and started his career as an Engineer at National Grid. Steve holds a BS in Marine Engineering from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy and an MS in Management from Lesley College.

Fritzi joined Rethinking Power Management with a desire to help clients develop and integrate sustainability and energy efficiency goals into their everyday operations. Building on strong interpersonal, planning, and organizational skills, Fritzi’s focus at RPM is supporting client and other business relationships as well as overseeing strategic initiatives in areas such as water conservation and training. Fritzi brings additional lighting expertise to RPM, having worked as the Strategic Engagements Manager at the DesignLights Consortium (DLC), a third-party qualification program for commercial LED lighting and Networked Lighting Controls technologies. In addition to assisting with business planning, Fritzi oversaw the DLC's organization-wide engagement and brand strategies and managed relationships with new and existing utility members, partners, and funding organizations. Fritzi holds a BA in Anthropology and Environmental Studies and a MS in Engineering Management from Tufts University. Fritzi also accomplished a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.