Michael Henry serves as CEO and Founder of Gridmaster Solar One. It is perhaps the role that all of the many years of his business history has prepared him for. Gridmaster Solar One is a business venture that is very near and dear to Michael’s heart because he leads by serving others and Gridmaster Solar One is a timely opportunity to accomplish his goal of leading 2000 successful franchisees to share in the historic transition to solar energy. Although that is quite a significant goal, Michael has played a leading role in the molding of other business leaders for over 44 years.

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Maheteme Selassie, also known as Art Edwards, serves as the Executive Trustee at GRID MASTER SOLAR, a leading player in the clean energy sector. With over 38+ years of comprehensive experience in the generation, transmission, distribution of electricity, as well as a deep understanding of communications and business principles. Selassie is a seasoned professional in the energy industry and a graduate of elite prestigious apprentice & technical educational institutional systems. He is a specialist and his experience and educational background provides a solid foundation for his role in the solar energy engineering field. 

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Dr. Vida Harley has over 30 years of expertise in community and capacity building, Dr. Vida Harley stands at the forefront of social and entrepreneurial leadership as the President and Founder of Women Entrepreneurs Matter, Inc. Under her guidance, the organization has become a beacon for fostering growth, networking, and empowerment among women in business. Dr. Harley's visionary leadership is rooted in a deep commitment to nurturing and expanding opportunities for women entrepreneurs, leveraging her extensive experience to build sustainable, inclusive communities. A seasoned professional, mentor, and passionate advocate, Dr. Harley also brings to the table significant expertise in marketing, media, and public relations, enhancing her ability to shape public narratives and promote business initiatives effectively. She continues to inspire and propel the entrepreneurial spirit, ensuring that women's contributions to business and community are recognized and valued.

Patricia Whitlow earned a BA in Business Management and an MBA which served to prepare her for a solid business background that spans both the non-profit and for-profit sectors. Patricia served for 11 years as Director of Operations of a non-profit agency aimed at providing guidance to emerging entrepreneurs and managing commercial and residential real estate. Her experience extends to the retail and manufacturing arenas. During the course of 18 years, Patricia amassed a personal portfolio of over 5 million dollars in residential real estate. Patricia’s hobby is reading and conducting research on topics of interest. She has come out of semi-retirement to join GridMaster Solar One as Chief Financial Officer.