OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

A lifelong advocate of smart energy management and sustainability, Jim Madej leverages his years of energy industry experience to lead Franklin Energy as CEO. He oversees strategy and direction, business development and sales, and helps drive a company culture of innovation and inclusivity. Jim’s insights into customer energy use are informed by the senior leadership roles he held at GE, Hess Corp., National Grid, and the Vermont Energy Investment Corporation. Jim currently sits on the Board of Vermont Public Broadcast System and is an advisory board member of Custom Essence. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from St. Michael’s College and was a graduate of GE’s Management Development Program at its Crotonville, NY campus.

With exceptional expertise in growth strategy and market development, Marisa leads Franklin Energy by driving new business opportunities and ensuring effective retention and fulfillment of existing business. Leveraging more than 23 years of experience within the energy, consumer high-tech and automotive industries at companies ranging from global Fortune 50 to start-ups, she excels in leading teams, managing regulatory and legislative affairs, and fostering strategic communications, programs, and partnerships.

Marisa holds a B.A. in Government from Wesleyan University and obtained her MBA from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. She serves on the Board of Directors of Groundswell, an organization that makes community solar accessible to low income residents.

In her role as Chief Technology Officer, Sushma Annareddy oversees management of Franklin Energy’s employee- and client-facing technology solutions while establishing and investing in the organization’s long-term technology vision. With more than two decades of service in technology and engineering across both national and global companies, Sushma’s record of success has proven her leadership and product management expertise.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in electronics and in telecommunications engineering from Osmania University, an M.S. in computer science engineering from the University of Louisville, a certificate in advanced management from Babson College, and multiple technology certifications.

With over 20 years of experience in the energy sector and a passion for energy, climate solutions and people, Adja Ba drives a people-centric HR strategy and oversees all human resource activities to meet the company’s growth plans, including strategic organizational planning, workforce development, talent management, and performance management. Adja leverages leadership skills and insights from over a decade’s experience in leadership roles for both national and international companies.

Adja believes that if a single secret to organizational success existed, it would be recruiting, training, and retaining talent. As a transformational HR leader with expertise designing innovative, strategic processes and continuous improvement initiatives, Adja has maintained her commitments to an employee-focused culture, to foster diverse and inclusive cultures of excellence, and to achieve impactful changes.

She earned her Bachelor of Arts in political science from Denison University in Ohio and acquired advanced degrees from Johns Hopkins University and the HEC School of Management. She earned her Senior HR Certification from the Society for Human Resource Management.

As a dynamic Fortune 100 corporate affairs executive, Jim Gould’s expertise lies in managing C-suite and enterprise communication and policy strategies. As Director of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Leadership, Jim serves as an advocate for the company’s brand and reputation as well as its growing sustainability, leadership and stakeholder engagement across the United States. Jim holds an MFA in Writing from Columbia University, an MA in English from the University of Delaware, a BA in English from SUNY Fredonia and a Certificate in Climate Change and Energy Policy from Harvard Kennedy School. 

With over 20 years of experience in energy and finance, Terry Sobolewski brings a breadth of knowledge to our organization having held leadership roles in operations, customer delivery, sales, business planning, and enterprise-wide process and performance improvement. As General Manager of Services, he holds financial responsibility and oversees divisional operations across our client programs. Terry holds both a BSE in mechanical engineering as well as an MBA in marketing and leadership from Duke University. In his spare time, he volunteers as a director of United Way for Rhode Island and an advisory board member for Duke’s Center for Energy, Development and the Global Environment (EDGE).

As President of AM Conservation, John is responsible for overall strategy and execution of the product company’s goals and priorities. He’s been with the company for over 13 years. Throughout that time, John continues to say that the recipe for success is developing and maintaining long-term relationships with our clients and employees.  Prior to joining AM Conservation, John worked for a Fortune 500 company in financial services, and he also owned and sold a successful advertising business. John graduated from the Moore School of Business at The University of South Carolina.