About Karpel Associates
Driving the clean energy transition by connecting visionary organizations with exceptional leadership.
Decades of Expertise, Dedicated to the Future
Founded by Stacey Karpel, Karpel Associates was built on a singular vision: to accelerate the shift to renewable energy by ensuring the industry has the leadership it needs to thrive.
With over 20 years of executive search experience, and more than 15 years solely dedicated to the renewable energy sector, Stacey and her team have cultivated a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within this rapidly evolving market.
We don't just fill roles; we act as strategic partners to our clients, helping them build cohesive, high-performing teams that drive innovation and measurable growth.
- Renewable Candidates
- 40,000+
- Candidate Retention
- 94%
- Offer Acceptance Rate
- 98%
- Average Search Time
- <28 Days
Meet Stacey Karpel
Stacey Karpel, President of Karpel Associates, has been in executive search for over 20 years, with the last 15 years solely in renewable energy recruitment.
Stacey received her MBA from the Haas School of Business, where many successful graduates have become CEOs of renewable energy companies and are repeat clients of Karpel Associates. Her network includes over 30,000 LinkedIn connections and a proprietary database of more than 40,000 renewable energy candidates, built from 15 years of daily networking in the industry.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide our search process, our client partnerships, and our commitment to the renewable energy sector.
Integrity Above All
We operate with complete transparency, ensuring both clients and candidates have the honest insights they need to make career-defining decisions.
Deep Industry Insight
We are students of the renewable sector. Our specialized focus means we understand the technical nuances and market dynamics that generalist firms miss.
Long-Term Partnerships
We measure our success not by the number of placements, but by the long-term impact our candidates have on our clients' organizations.
Long-term client relationships include
- Schneider Electric
- SunPower
- American Water
- Engie
- GDF Suez
- Energy Foundation
- David and Lucile Packard Foundation
Industries We Serve
Our expertise spans the entire spectrum of the renewable energy sector, connecting specialized talent with pioneering organizations.
Solar Energy
Utility-scale, C&I, and residential solar leadership.
Solar Energy recruitingWind Power
Onshore and offshore wind development and operations.
Wind Power recruitingEnergy Storage
Battery technology and grid-scale storage solutions.
Energy Storage recruitingBiofuels & Beyond
Geothermal, waste-to-energy, and emerging tech.
Biofuels & Beyond recruitingHow We Run a Search
A proven, step-by-step methodology designed to identify and secure the perfect fit for your organization.
- 01
Discovery Call
Deep dive into your company culture, role requirements, and strategic goals.
- 02
Candidate Search
Targeted outreach to our exclusive network and passive candidate mapping.
- 03
Curated Shortlist
Rigorous vetting and presentation of the top 3-5 highly qualified candidates.
- 04
Placement & Follow-up
Offer negotiation, onboarding support, and long-term retention check-ins.
Why Karpel Associates
What sets us apart in the highly competitive renewable energy executive search landscape.
Exclusive Renewable Focus
100% dedicated to clean energy. We understand the nuances, technologies, and market dynamics.
15 Years Deep Network
Decades of relationship building gives us access to industry leaders you won't find on job boards.
Access to Passive Candidates
80% of our placed candidates have never been on a job board. We find those who aren't actively looking.
Speed of Search
Our established network allows us to present a curated shortlist in weeks, not months.
Quality of Fit
We don't just match resumes to job descriptions; we align candidate motivations with your company culture.
Long-Term Retention
Our 94% retention rate proves our commitment to making placements that last and drive long-term value.
Our Capabilities
Dive deeper into our methodology, track record, and the specific ways we can partner with your organization to build a world-class renewable energy team.
Karpel Associates Deck
View our comprehensive capabilities presentation: Stacey's background, the clients we partner with, the results our placements deliver and the divisions we recruit for. Six pages, PDF.
Divisions We Recruit
We recruit across all key functional areas to build cohesive, high-performing organizations.
- Leadership
- Finance & Accounting
- Operations
- Technology
- Sales
- Marketing
- Business Dev
- Legal
- Engineering
Ready to build your dream team?
Whether you're looking to build your renewable energy team or find your next step in your career, we are ready to help.
- Access to exclusive, passive candidate networks
- Confidential search execution by industry experts
- Strategic partnership to build your leadership team
Contact Us
Prefer to talk? Call 415-916-5617 or email Stacey@KarpelAssoc.com.