Piclo Reinforces Executive Team to Accelerate Global Decarbonization Efforts

Piclo is poised for a dynamic future with exciting changes to its executive lineup, illustrating the company’s adaptability in the fast-evolving energy sector. Recognizing the urgent need for flexibility in the face of growing distributed energy resources and the complexities of market interoperability, Piclo is enhancing its organizational structure to better meet these challenges and foster sustainable growth.

John Bayard, previously serving as the Chief Commercial Officer, will now embrace the role of Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In his new capacity, Bayard will concentrate on aiding grid operators in the establishment and management of flexibility markets, in addition to broadening Piclo’s influence across the globe. This shift underscores Piclo’s commitment to improving grid efficiency and expanding its reach to new markets.

Simultaneously, Piclo welcomes Mike Strahlman into the executive team as the Chief Growth Officer (CGO). Strahlman’s focus will be on amplifying market liquidity and outcomes, uncovering new business ventures, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. His appointment is crucial for Piclo as it navigates the intricacies of a rapidly changing energy landscape, aiming to maximize the potential of distributed energy resources.

Together with co-founders James Johnston (CEO), Alice Tyler (CPO), and Andy Kilner (CTO), Bayard and Strahlman will constitute Piclo’s executive leadership team, driving the company towards its ambitious goal of decarbonizing the world’s grids.

Piclo stands at the forefront of making energy networks smarter, more flexible, and sustainable through innovative software solutions. Its flagship products, Piclo Max and Piclo Flex, streamline the process for flex sellers, such as EV and battery owners, to access electricity markets and enable flex buyers (system operators) to source electricity flexibly during critical periods.

Operating across six global markets, including a strong presence in the UK with four Distribution System Operators and the Transmission System Operator, Piclo is also expanding its footprint in Europe and the United States. With a solid base in Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Lithuania, and a burgeoning presence in New York State (National Grid), Piclo is not just a leader in the UK but is rapidly becoming a significant player on the international stage.

These strategic enhancements to the executive team are designed to propel Piclo into its next phase of growth, focusing on the dual objectives of market expansion and the advancement of grid decarbonization efforts worldwide. As the energy sector continues to evolve, Piclo’s leadership and innovative solutions will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in shaping a more flexible and sustainable energy future.