From military discipline to clean energy leadership — Adam Mecham brings a story that’s as inspiring as it is instructive. 🇺🇸⚡

In this episode, we dive into Adam’s journey from serving in the armed forces to becoming a standout leader in the renewable energy space. He shares how the “crawl, walk, run” mindset—built during his time in the military—became a powerful framework for learning, leading, and thriving in an industry that never stands still. 🏃‍♂️💨🔋

We also tackle the big question: How do you become someone others want to follow? Adam opens up about the leadership values that earned him trust, respect, and results on and off the field.

💬 Whether you're a technician, team leader, or just curious about the transition from military to renewables, this one’s packed with real talk, hard-earned wisdom, and serious inspiration.

Watch this episode now!

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✨ On today’s episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we welcome Patrick Betzel — a true believer in the power of people behind the renewable energy movement.

From hiring based on character over credentials 👤📄, to recognizing how your field techs represent your brand every single day 🔧🌟, Patrick reminds us that the future of energy isn’t just about innovation — it’s about intention. 💡

We also get into: 💬 The hidden cost of chasing money 🤝 Why company culture makes or breaks growth ⚡ The role of mission-driven leadership in sustainability

🔔 Tune in, subscribe, and get inspired by the humans powering the clean energy transition.

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In this powerful episode, we're joined by Ian Steele with Here to Serve Workforce Solutions, a seasoned leader in the renewables industry, for an insightful and energizing conversation you won't want to miss! ⚡️

We dive into:

🦺 The critical importance of safety culture – and why Stop Work Responsibility is more than just a policy, it's a mindset.

👥 Believing in your people – how trust and empowerment can transform your team’s performance.

🧠 What makes a truly great manager – real talk on leadership, accountability, and building strong teams from the ground up.

🚫 How to create a work environment where anyone can speak up when something feels off – no ego, just safety first.

💬 And so much more – from real-world experiences to leadership philosophies that drive results.

Whether you're a team lead, site tech, HSE specialist, or just passionate about renewables and people-first leadership, this episode is packed with value, honesty, and inspiration. 🔥

👇 TUNE IN NOW and discover how great leaders in renewables are creating safer, stronger, and more resilient teams.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your biggest takeaway!

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💡 Watt’s Up Renewables brings you an inspiring conversation with EJ Bistline, co-founder of Velociwrapper! 🛠️ He shares his story of creating a successful cable wrapping business, his philosophy on working with a positive outlook, and valuable life lessons that will motivate you to stay focused and resilient. 🌟 Plus, we discuss Velociwrapper's future goals and how they plan to revolutionize cable management for a cleaner world! 🌍

In this episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we sit down with Ross Bowman, a boots-on-the-ground leader in the wind energy industry, to explore what true technician culture looks like. Ross shares insights from his cross-country journey to support wind turbine sites, including high-risk repairs, rope access jobs, and the importance of developing a versatile, safety-first team.

We dive deep into: ✅ The reality of site support and field troubleshooting ✅ Training the next generation of wind tech leaders ✅ Why clean trucks = clean turbines (and what that says about your team) ✅ Creating transparent, supportive manager-tech relationships ✅ Why great leadership means calling the quiet ones ✅ Military mindset meets renewable fieldwork ✅ How to prepare future managers with intention—not assumption

This episode is a must-watch for current and aspiring wind techs, field managers, and anyone passionate about growing technician culture the right way.

📍 Whether you're in the nacelle or in the office, there’s a lesson here for every leader in renewables.

🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more real-talk episodes with the people powering the renewable energy movement. 👍 Like, comment, and share to support technician-first leadership in the wind industry!

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22 years in renewables covering wind, solar and energy storage in my span. Following in the footsteps of many before us including my father. In 20+ years in renewables I have found it to be rewarding, fulfilling, challenging and sometimes extremely frustrating. I would not change a thing about my time in renewable energy.

"With over 25 years in renewable field service and operations, I’ve learned that the right tools, mindset, and relationships are essential to success. At our company, we believe in more than just technical excellence; we value the friendships, networks, and connections built throughout our careers. These relationships are key to fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth." - Aaron Boles Our mission is simple: to provide quality service, deliver top-tier products, and build lasting relationships that add value for our customers and suppliers. By aligning our goals with theirs, we create partnerships that drive success today and into the future.

Join us in our conversation with Joe from Padge Engineering. We talk about frequency drives, safety in the industry, and electrical hazard mitigation. Don't miss this insightful and knowledge filled episode!