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Solar Surge

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The Solar Surge Podcast is the place for solar professionals and industry leaders to join the conversation about renewable energy, solar, battery storage, and emergency preparedness.
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The Solar SUBPRIME Crisis of 2025 Has Begun

Solar Surge will teach you all about being energy independent and how to set up your home to run off-the-grid during an emergency. We empower families to take control of their energy generation and storage so that they will never be left in the dark without electricity.In this video, Joe interviews Chris Cucci, EVP and Chief Strategy Officer of @climatefirstbank and we are discussing the ongoing meltdown of the residential solar financing sector. This was in response to a @wsj article from 2 wee...

Jul 28, 202544 minSeason 1Ep. 53

You Must TRANSITION Now (Residential to Commercial Solar)

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.netFree Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEjThe Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space.In this episode, Joe interviews Tim Montague, host of the Clean Power Hour, and we are discussing how to transition from residential to commercial solar for contractors.

Feb 22, 202537 minSeason 1Ep. 49

This Will CHANGE Solar Installation Forever | Ep 48

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Samuel Truthseeker, CEO of Solvari, and we are discussing the impact of the new Solvari SR integrated solar module on solar installation. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

Feb 01, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 48

John Ahlman - Solar Surge Podcast 47

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode Joe is joined by John Ahlman, the CMO of SolarEdge, to discuss the state of the solar industry and how they are adapting.

Nov 02, 202443 min

2024 Solar Technology and Market Trends with Ben Zientara - Solar Surge Podcast 46

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Ben Zientara from @SolarReviews and we are discussing solar industry technology and market trends in 2024.

Sep 28, 202419 minSeason 1Ep. 46

40 Years of Solar Innovation with Ed Murray - Solar Surge Podcast 45

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Dan interviews Ed Murray, CEO of @aztecsolar8496 and we are discussing Ed's 40+ years of experience with solar and storage innovation. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge...

Sep 21, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 45

Solar Is A Service Business - Solar Surge Podcast 44

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj EnergyAid: https://energyaid.net/solar-energy-services-repairs/ The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Nick Sherman, CEO of EnergyAid, and we are discussing why the solar business of the future will look more like today's HVAC service businesses. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here...

Sep 08, 202451 minSeason 1Ep. 44

2024 Solar Market Trends - Full Panel Discussion (Podcast 43)

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe is joined by Joe Marhamati of Sunvoy, Nora Lardner of ConnectDER, and Chris Sparadeo of Catamount Solar. The overall topic is how solar companies are finding success in 2024. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

Sep 08, 202430 minSeason 1Ep. 43

Sales Sucks - Solar Surge Podcast 42

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj Sales Sucks Book: https://www.salespatter.io/salessucks The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Mike Latch (CEO of Patter AI) and Gregg Murphy, co-authors of the new book entitled Sales Sucks. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

Aug 24, 202457 minSeason 1Ep. 42

The Future of the US Solar Market with Keith Gough - Solar Surge Podcast 41

The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Keith Gough of Sun Sync and we are discussing the potential for the US solar and battery market. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge Listen To The Solar Surge Podcast On Spotify: https://shorturl.at/nxCEJ Listen To The Solar Surge Podcast On Apple: https://shorturl.at/sAKN7

Aug 03, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 41

From Solar Installer to Software Exec - Solar Surge Podcast 40

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Joe Marhamati, co-founder of SunVoy, as we discuss his journey from bring a solar installer/EPC to now running a solar software company. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge Listen To The Solar Surge Podcast On Spotify: https://sho...

Jul 27, 202447 minSeason 1Ep. 40

Brian Kim - Solar Surge Podcast 39

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://bit.ly/3VwJKbM Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode Joe is joined by Brian Kim, Director of Channel Marketing at Qcells. They discuss solar trends and where the industry is changing and growing. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

Jun 22, 202429 min

Martin Feinberg - Solar Surge Podcast 38

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode Joe meets with Martin Feinberg, consultant manager for Solar CEOs. Martin has worked with dozens of solar business owners across the country. Joe and Martin discuss how the solar business has changed over time and what it takes to grow your solar business. Check Out The...

Jun 15, 202452 min

Energyscape Renewables - Solar Surge Podcast 37

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://bit.ly/3yMIh9r Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://bit.ly/3VgyLEj The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode Joe is joined by Parker Schram, Co-Founder of EnergyScape Renewables, at Solar & Storage Live. They discuss how solar companies are finding success in todays more challenging environment. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

Jun 08, 202414 min

How to Install Batteries Profitably - Solar Surge Podcast 36

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://www.solarsurge.net/media The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode Joe interviews David Inda, the CEO of Indaspec. They walk through the sales process from an installation perspective. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

May 25, 202436 min

Lumin CEO Kelly Warner- Solar Surge Podcast 35

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://www.solarsurge.net/media The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode Joe interviews Kelly Warner, CEO of Lumin. They discuss Lumin's smart panel and intelligent load management. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

May 25, 202433 min

Banks Bypass EPC? With Jake Hess - Solar Surge Podcast 34

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://www.solarsurge.net/media The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode Joe interviews the founder and owner of SolarCon, Jake Hess. They discuss the banks involvement in the installation process. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

Apr 13, 202435 min

Staying Competitive in the post-NEM World - Solar Surge Podcast 32

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://www.solarsurge.net/media The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Andrew Krause, CEO of Northern Pacific Power System. They discuss how to run a successful solar company in the post net metering world. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

Apr 06, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 32

How Solar & Storage Got a Black Eye - Solar Surge Podcast 31

Free No-Obligation Solar Quote: https://www.solarsurge.net Free Marketing Strategy Call: https://www.solarsurge.net/media The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Justin Hopkins, Sr. Director of Strategic Accounts at FranklinWH, and we are discussing how the solar industry got a black eye in 2023. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge

Mar 30, 202439 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Build Your Solar Dealership with Dan Freshley - Solar Surge Podcast 27

Become a Solar Surge Dealer: https://www.solarsurge.pro/newdealer FREE Download - 3-Step Sales Process: https://www.solarsurge.pro/3steps The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Dan Freshley, CEO of Radiant Solar and we are talking about how to build a successful solar sales dealership. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge Listen To The Solar Surge Podcast On Spotify: https://shor...

Dec 02, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Introducing ConveYour - Solar Surge Podcast 26

Become a Solar Surge Dealer: https://www.solarsurge.pro/newdealer FREE Download - 3-Step Sales Process: https://www.solarsurge.pro/3steps The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Stephen Rhyne, CEO of ConveYour, and we are discussing intelligent methods to scale up your sales team. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge Listen To The Solar Surge Podcast On Spotify: https://shorturl.a...

Nov 24, 202339 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Homegrid: Made in USA LFP Batteries - Solar Surge Podcast 25

Become a Solar Surge Dealer: https://www.solarsurge.pro/newdealer FREE Download - 3-Step Sales Process: https://www.solarsurge.pro/3steps The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Jonah Small, co-Founder of Homegrid battery, and we are discussing Homegrid's plans for 2024. Check Out The Solar Surge Youtube Channel Here: @SolarSurge Listen To The Solar Surge Podcast On Spotify: https://shorturl.at/nxCEJ Li...

Nov 24, 202313 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Buy or Sell Your Solar Business - Solar Surge Podcast 24

M&A Business Advisors: https://mabusinessadvisors.com/sanjose/ Become a Solar Surge Dealer: https://www.solarsurge.pro/newdealer FREE Download - 3-Step Sales Process: https://www.solarsurge.pro/3steps The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews Kris Moe of M&A Business Advisors and we are discussing how to buy or sell a solar business.

Nov 03, 202338 minSeason 1Ep. 24

The Mainstreaming of Solar + Storage - Solar Surge Podcast 23

Become a Solar Surge Dealer: https://www.solarsurge.pro/newdealer FREE Download - 3-Step Sales Process: https://www.solarsurge.pro/3steps Get Featured on Solar Surge: https://solarsurge.net/media The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe and Dan sit down with Chris Thompson, Vice President of Product and Technical Marketing at SolarEdge, and we are discussing solar market trends in 2023, Bidirectional EV charging, a...

Nov 03, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Enphase 2024 Product Lineup with Andy Newbold - Solar Surge Podcast 22

The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Dan Freshley interviews Andy Newbold, Sr. Director of Corporate Communications for Enphase and we are looking at the Enphase product lineup going into 2024.

Oct 01, 202330 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Canadian Solar Enters Residential Storage Market - Solar Surge Podcast 21

The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe interviews George Kuo, Sr. Director of Product Management at Canadian Solar, and we are discussion Canadian Solar's entry into the US residential energy storage market.

Oct 01, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 21

The Future of Electrification with Raghu Belur - Solar Surge Podcast 20

The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe sits down with Enphase co-Founder Raghu Belur to discuss the future of the electrified home and how Enphase technology is enabling the transition.

Sep 29, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Meet the Man Behind SolarReviews - Solar Surge Podcast 19

The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe is joined by Andy Sendy, CEO of SolarReviews. We discuss the solar market landscape in 2023 with a particular focus on digital marketing and solar finance. Andy is a solar industry veteran with a wealth of knowledge. Be sure to watch till the end.

Sep 29, 20231 hr 14 min

Meet the Solar Power Couple - Solar Surge Podcast 18

The Solar Surge Podcast hosts discussions with the top industry leaders in the solar + storage space. In this episode, Joe talks to Jimmy and Deborah Lee, the Solar Power Couple, about how to find success in the solar business and in marriage.

Sep 29, 202340 min
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