The people of Bella Energy have been empowering communities around the world with renewable energy since 1982. Over the years we’ve built a national and international network of solar energy professionals to help your organization save money with solar energy.  Our expert team is passionate about bringing clean, renewable energy to businesses, non-profits and government organizations.

Bella Energy Management Team

Jim Welch, Chief Executive Officer

Jim Welch is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Bella Energy. A leader in the renewable energy industry for 30 years, Welch was recognized by the US Department of Energy and honored with the Green Pioneer Award in 2004 for his efforts to bring wind power to Colorado and to the City of Fort Collins. Welch holds a Masters degree in Environmental Planning & Solar Design from Arizona State University. In 1982, Welch founded Remote Power Inc. which under his vision and direction has evolved into one of the leading solar contractors in the Rocky Mountain region. Welch served also for two years as President of the Board of CoSEIA, the Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association (2008 – 2009).

Andrew McKenna, Executive Vice President
Andrew McKenna is Executive Vice President where he is responsible for large-scale project development, financial deal structuring, contracting, and corporate finance and governance. McKenna’s roots in solar and renewable energy date back to 1982 when he was a co-owner and project manager for solar thermal installation companies in both Boston and the US Virgin Islands. His career includes working as the Director of Weatherization Assistance Program for the City of New York, and owning and operating several businesses implementing energy conservation technologies for commercial and industrial customers. He graduated Cum Laude with a BA in Environmental Science from Wesleyan University and holds the following certifications from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE): Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Sustainable Development Professional (CSDP), and Certified Energy Auditor (CEA).

Pierre Cousin, Chief Operating Officer
Pierre Cousin is a seasoned senior executive with 25 years of experience transforming worldwide high-tech organizations into operational centers of excellence and sales powerhouses. Based on his general management and international background, Cousin has a proven ability to produce quantifiable improvements in quality, market positioning, and financial performance. Also, Cousin was President and CEO at Atlantic Wind Solar, a publicly traded renewable energy company, based in Toronto, Ontario. Before he was Corporate Vice President and Officer of StorageTek, a $2.2B company in the data storage industry. Cousin played a major role in the recovery of the company. Last, in Europe, amongst different executive positions with Bull, a French IT integrator, Cousin led large sales and system integration organizations throughout various industries such as manufacturing, utilities, banking and telecom. He holds a Master in Computer Engineering ESE University, France.

Dana Mosman, Director of Operations
As Director of Operations, Dana has overseen the design and installation of over 450 solar energy installations and 5 MW of installations. Having worked as a member of the Bella Energy installation team, Dana has immense hands on knowledge of PV installation and best practices for successful integration. Dana is also NABCEP certified, National American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners, which is the highest certification for Solar Electric industry professionals.