OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

A lifelong supporter of sustainability and energy efficiency, Jim Madej leverages his years of industry experience to lead Franklin Energy as CEO. He oversees and guides strategy and direction, business development and sales, and helps drive a company culture of diversity and inclusivity. Jim currently sits on the Board of Vermont Public Broadcast System (VT PBS) and is an advisory board member of Custom Essence. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from St. Michael’s College and completed a comprehensive series of business education courses at GE’s Crotonville Management Development Center.

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.

Colin leads corporate strategy for Franklin Energy while overseeing the companies' internal and external legal teams. With more than 16 years in the utility industry and over 25 years practicing law in both the public and private sectors, he brings an extensive background and strategic perspective in state and federal energy regulatory matters, ethics and compliance, corporate governance, commercial transactions and litigation. Colin is a graduate of the University of Michigan Law School, Yale University, and Yale College, and holds an executive leadership certificate from Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business. He serves on the Board of Trustees of Champlain College where he is Chair of the Finance Committee, Vice Chair of the Committee on Trusteeship and a member of the Executive Committee.

With over 30 years of experience and an exceptional record of delivering results, Eileen Cavanaugh is an inclusive and influential business partner known for building outstanding teams and developing best-in-class finance leaders through clear-sighted leadership and straightforward communication. As Chief Financial Officer, she drives business strategy to transform processes, realizes strategic cost reduction and guides the organization through transition and growth. Eileen holds an MBA in International Business from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a B.A. in Economics and Political Science from Fairfield University, where she graduated Cum Laude, and is Lean Six Sigma-Green Belt certified. Active in her community, she is a McGivney Community Center Board Member, Special Olympics-Unified Sports Board of Control Member, and mentor for Fairfield University Business School students.

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.

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.