Merlin Solar Appoints Kendall Combs As Chief Executive Officer and Ian Van Reepinghen As Chief Financial Officer

Apr 14, 2025•4 months ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

Merlin Solar

Ian VanReepinghen

San JoseSolarRenewable EnergyEnergy

Description

Merlin Solar has appointed Kendall Combs as Chief Executive Officer and Ian VanReepinghen as Chief Financial Officer. This leadership change comes at a significant time for the company, with strong demand and accelerated growth anticipated in the renewable energy sector.

Company Information

Company

Merlin Solar

Location

San Jose, California, United States

About

Merlin Solar is a leader in revolutionizing solar renewable energy for mobile environments and rooftops. The company has nearly doubled its revenue over the past two years and achieved significant growth in the transportation segment. It launched its Microgrid Solutions Offering in 2024, expanding its product line beyond solar panels. With a robust pipeline, Merlin Solar is poised for substantial size growth in the coming years.

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