Vice President of Sales, Renewables | Spark Power


Sam Delisio

Sam Delisio is the Vice President of Business Development – Renewables at Spark Power. With over 15 years of experience in the energy sector, Sam has built a career advancing commercial growth strategies across the solar, battery storage, wind, and oil & gas industries. He has held senior roles at National Oilwell Varco, NovaSource, and Powin, where he led sales, investor relations, and market expansion initiatives across North America and internationally.
 
Known for his customer-focused approach and strong commercial acumen, Sam is driving Spark’s renewable energy growth strategy—focused on building long-term partnerships and delivering innovative, sustainable energy solutions. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and an MBA from Rice University.

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Cody Zaitsoff, Chief Financial Officer

Cody is Spark Power’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Cody is an experienced leader with a background in field engineering and system design services, Cody is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the organization, including planning, risk management, and reporting.

Nadia Fortino, Vice President of Human Resources

Nadia Fortino is the Vice President of Human Resources at Spark Power. With a solid background in Employee Relations and Performance Management, she developed and led the HR department for North and South America at Winoa North America. Nadia holds the Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation in Canada and the Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) designation in the United States. She earned her BA in Political Science from Brock University and her MA in Politics from the University of Sheffield in the UK.

Brad Nichols, Vice President, EHS & Operational Excellence

Brad Nichols brings over 25 years of experience in industrial safety, environmental management, and quality systems. At Spark Power, he leads the company’s EHS and Operational Excellence programs, driving a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Ali Assaf, Chief Commercial Officer

Ali is the Chief Commercial Officer, Technical Services at Spark Power. With global expertise in power generation, transmission, and decarbonization, he excels in project execution and stakeholder engagement. Ali is a results driven leader, responsible for driving commercial exellence in our Technical Services division.

Bill Richardson, Vice President of Renewables

Bill Richardson is the Vice President of Renewables at Spark Power, bringing over 16 years of extensive experience in the solar industry, distinguished by his ability to grow strong businesses and build dynamic teams. He most recently served as the CEO of Sounder Solutions, where he provided consulting services to the renewable energy sector, specializing in engineering, design, troubleshooting, and QA/QC services.

Curtis Brandt, Vice President of Technical Services

Curtis is Spark Power’s Vice President of Technical Services. Curtis brings 28 years of unparalleled expertise in the electrical services industry, having served in key operational and business development roles at industry leaders such as Magna Electric Corporation and Shermco Industries. His vast experience encompasses the full spectrum of North American heavy industrial power systems, including high voltage (HV), medium voltage (MV), and low voltage (LV) systems, from maintenance and commissioning to comprehensive turnkey services.

Deeksha Sharma, Director of Strategy and Corporate Development

Deeksha Sharma is the Director of Strategy and Corporate Development at Spark Power, bringing over a decade of global experience across multiple industries. Since 2017, she has played a key role in Spark’s growth, guiding the company through its go-private transaction and leading strategic initiatives. With a strong background in M&A within the electrical sector, Deeksha has also driven transformative projects for top-tier organizations like American Express, Exp Services Inc., and General Motors. She holds a BBA in Finance and Economics from Brock University.

Paul Demarco, Director of Risk Compliance, and Legal

Paul Demarco is the Director of Risk, Compliance, and Legal at Spark Power, offering solutions-oriented legal advice to teams across the company. Before joining Spark Power, Paul practiced law, focusing on corporate mergers and acquisitions, business risk management, and commercial real estate. He holds a Juris Doctor from Western University and is a Barrister & Solicitor in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

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