Solar
Energy Storage
Business Growth
Workforce & Learning
Live Webinar: Future Proof Your Solar Business
1 hour
to complete
Last updated 06/2025
About this course
***This is a live webinar on July 10, 2-3:30 ET. Obtain the link to access the event by selecting "Take This Course."***
The solar and storage industry is navigating uncharted waters, and uncertainty about policy and other market drivers makes it challenging to plan for success. There is good news. We are used to weathering ‘ups and downs’ and have learned a few things. This dynamic exchange between the solar and storage community and strategists from all corners of the industry will shed light on the state of the market, and offer concrete tactics to foster growth. Come prepared to share what you are observing, both challenges and especially solutions that work.
The solar and storage industry is navigating uncharted waters, and uncertainty about policy and other market drivers makes it challenging to plan for success. There is good news. We are used to weathering ‘ups and downs’ and have learned a few things. This dynamic exchange between the solar and storage community and strategists from all corners of the industry will shed light on the state of the market, and offer concrete tactics to foster growth. Come prepared to share what you are observing, both challenges and especially solutions that work.
You and our panelists will discuss opportunities, including:
- rethinking marketing strategies
- leveraging utility and state/local partnerships
- upskilling yourself and your workers
- including O&M and electrification in your business
Panel: Barrie Hanlon, Managing Director and Brand Strategist, Mayo Designs
Brandon Herman, Senior Director of Field Operations, Renu Energy
Amanda Bybee, CEO, Amicus O&M Cooperative
JJ Sawicki, Project Manger, TRC Companies
Brian Hayden, Managing Partner, HeatSpring
Facilitator: Laure-Jeanne Davignon, Workforce Partnerships, HeatSpring
Brian Hayden, Managing Partner, HeatSpring
Facilitator: Laure-Jeanne Davignon, Workforce Partnerships, HeatSpring
Course outline
2 modules
1 hour to complete
Welcome • 1 assignments
Orientation Materials
Welcome • 1 assignments
Orientation Materials
This is a free course. We take pride in our free courses, but keep in mind that this is only a taste of what we do in a full HeatSpring course. You can get started immediately after you enroll.
- Use this link to access the July 10, 2-3:30 Live Webinar
Conclusion • 2 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
Conclusion • 2 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources
This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!
- Feedback: 2-minute Exit Survey
- Certificate of Completion: Request a Certificate (members only)
Authors
Laure-Jeanne Davignon
Director of Workforce Partnerships, HeatSpring
I focus on accelerating the just transition to a carbon-free economy through national and international efforts to cultivate a diverse, highly skilled workforce. My inspiration is ensuring that the clean energy transition 'shifts the paradigm' to help address historic inequities. My strategy is helping to build effective workforce systems focused on empowering people,...
Brian Hayden
Co-Founder, HeatSpring
Co-founder and Managing Partner at HeatSpring. Brian teaches entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan College of Engineering. Brian has business degrees from the University of Michigan (BBA) and Babson College (MBA). He loves education, clean energy, and entrepreneurship.
Amanda Bybee
CEO , Amicus O&M Cooperative
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
This is a free course. Pre-order today to access the link to the live event on July 10, 2-3:30 ET
How long do I have access to the materials?
For free courses there is no guarantee for how long the course materials will be available.
Will the instructor really answer my questions during this course?
Yes! This is an instructor-led online course. Our expert panelists will be on hand to answer your specific questions. And, we want to hear from you! Please come prepared to share the challenges and especially solutions you see in the market right now.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Certificates of completion are only provided to HeatSpring Membership subscribers. This course has not been approved by any credentialing organizations (NABCEP, AIA, USGBC etc) for Continuing Education Credits (CEUs). This course is for self education purposes only and completion does not indicate a level of professional expertise or credential.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes, this is a free course so you can share this page with other people from your team.