Richard Stovall
Del Valle,TX
Summary
Renewable energy and semiconductor professional with experience working with high functioning technical teams. Contributed to developing renewable energy workforce through solar PV installation training, inspection, quality control, and software/hardware development. Skilled in developing and implementing standardized policies and procedures in renewable energy and semiconductor manufacturing environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
SolPowerPeople, Inc.
11.2011 - 10.2025
- Strategic planning, scheduling, and general managerial duties.
- Develop technology plan for internal systems, website hosting, and other cloud-based software platforms to support company operations.
- Design, configure, order, test, and troubleshoot all solar PV equipment for hands on installation labs. Design instructional materials for all PV installation labs, and advanced curriculum.
- Develop and execute O&M (Operations and Maintenance) plans for large scale private PV installations (2MW+).
- Delivered solar PV training to over 2000 firefighters, electricians, code officials and others in the Iowa market.
- Since 2013 have executed nearly 10,000 residential PV inspection reports.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
Senior Production Supervisor
Infineon
12.2021 - 06.2024
- Increased production efficiency by implementing new scheduling strategies and workflow processes.
- Managed day-to-day operations for optimal productivity, ensuring a high-quality output and timely delivery of products.
- Streamlined production processes through the introduction of Lean Manufacturing techniques, leading to reduced waste and improved efficiency.
- Mentored technicians, facilitating their professional growth and development within the company.
- Contributed significantly to continuous improvement programs by identifying inefficiencies in existing systems and recommending actionable solutions.
- Provided regular performance feedback to over 30 employees, fostering an environment that encouraged open communication and continuous learning opportunities.
- Conducted root cause analyses for any deviations from standard operating procedures, taking corrective action as necessary to prevent future incidents.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Developed an electronic passdown system to facilitate and archive communications between shifts with a goal of minimizing communication overhead and provide transparency within the department of the information being shared.
ImagineSolar LLC
Director Of Operations
03.2009 - 11.2011
- Manage the day-to-day operational functions of the ImagineSolar PV Installation Company.
- PV system design and installation instructor.
- Designed, scheduled, and delivered NABCEP PV courses to IBEW members in a 5 state territory training over 1000 electricians in NABCEP PV Entry Level and Advanced solar concepts through a DOL Training Partnership Grant.
Production Shift Supervisor
AMD/Spansion/Cypress
03.1996 - 03.2009
- Progressed from an Operator Trainee to a Production Shift Supervisor during my tenure.
- Managed a 12-member team of engineers and technicians.
- Provide daily face-to-face reporting to the engineering and module management team regarding the state of the fab as it relates to tool/process defectivity and excursions.
- Implemented and monitored quality control program.
- Established procedures and trained employees in proper quality assessment techniques and skills.
Education
MBA - Technology Management
University of Phoenix
Austin, TX06.2006
BBA - Business Administration
Saint Edwards University
Austin06.2001
Skills
Clean Rooms Expertise
Company Quality Standards
Monitor Production
Performance Logging
Employee Motivation and Performance
Program Leadership
Quality Control Requirements
Dashboarding and Data Visualization
Certification
- NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional™ (091209- 173)
- LEED AP (Legacy)
- Institutional Certificate in Renewable Energy, Austin Community College
Timeline
Senior Production Supervisor
Infineon
12.2021 - 06.2024
Chief Executive Officer
SolPowerPeople, Inc.
11.2011 - 10.2025
ImagineSolar LLC
Director Of Operations
03.2009 - 11.2011
Production Shift Supervisor
AMD/Spansion/Cypress
03.1996 - 03.2009
MBA - Technology Management
University of Phoenix
BBA - Business Administration
Saint Edwards University
Professional OneWheel Racer
OneWheel professional racer in the ORL (OneWheel Racing League). Participate in races all over the country. In 2025 met goal of becoming the national season champion in the "Legends" (50+) class.