Management Team

Scott Maskin co-founded SUNation Solar Systems in 2003. As the company operations leader, his hands-on approach has driven SUNation’s growth and branding. Scott has a PhD from the School of Hard knocks. From 1980-1987 Scott traveled as an electrician and pyrotechnician for large touring musical, theatrical and industrial tours. Post 1987, Scott worked as a traditional electrician and obtained his Master Electrician’s license in 1994 and went out on his own. The next 18 years were filled with countless electrical and general contracting projects including hotels, large retail box stores, restaurants and thousands of residential installations.

Jim is a military veteran, experienced entrepreneur and investment banker with a strong record of results-driven business execution and deal making, which includes twenty-five years of experience in strategy, corporate / business development, sales and marketing management and international business. Jim has successfully led three turn-around projects; founded several companies; and led the acquisition or sale of numerous companies. He earned a MBA (Finance) degree from New York University, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University, and an Associate degree in Engineering Science from Farmingdale University.

Kristin A. Hlavka was appointed corporate controller of Pineapple Energy in March 2022.  Previously, she served as corporate controller of Communications Systems, Inc. May 2011 to its merger with Pineapple Energy in March 2022. From July 2008 to April 2011, she served as the assistant corporate controller of Communications Systems. Prior to July 2008, she was an auditor for Deloitte and Touche LLP.

John Mucci, SUNation’s General Manager of New York Operations, brings with him over 30 years of experience of leadership, executing strategic initiatives and establishing key alliances and relationships. Previously at SUNation, he worked as the company’s Chief Operating Officer and General Manager of Commercial Solar.

Prior to SUNation, he worked as the Chief Operating Officer for Rochem International, Inc. for 11 years where he specialized in new business development, strategic planning, automation during their growth from $3MM to $88MM in revenue. In addition, John was an executive at Festo for 10 years and helped them grow from $18MM to $1.5B in revenue.

Chris DeBone co-founded Hawaii Energy Connection in 2007 and E-Gear in 2015. He has previously served as President of Distributed Energy Resources Council of Hawaii (DERC) and of Hawaii Solar Energy Association (HSEA). Chris is a nationally recognized subject matter expert in energy management software and hardware technology.

Mitch Sommer received his BBA in Public Accounting from Hofstra University. He brings to SUNation Energy over 20 years of experience in the accounting field. He spent 4 years in the U.S. Army Reserve, Army Medical Corps and works as a Nassau County Auxiliary Police Officer. He is married and has a daughter. As a musician, he plays keyboards, guitar, and drums.