Meet our North American leadership:
Constantin Lindenmeyer
Constantin Lindenmeyer is the CEO of GOLDBECK SOLAR NA. Constantin started in 2019 as a trainee in the Collèges des Ingénieurs’ graduate program. Subsequently, he built up the Business Development and Strategy department. In 2021 he was appointed Head of Business Development and Strategy in charge of the development of the battery and Agri PV activities, further advancing GOLDBECK SOLAR’s transition from an EPC company to an integrated solar energy player, as well as new acquisitions.
After leading the negotiations for the acquisition of GP Joule NA, he was appointed COO of the newly acquired companies in Canada and the US. Since January 2024 he’s the CEO of GOLDBECK SOLAR North America. Constantin holds an MBA from the Collège des Ingénieurs and an M.Sc. in Sustainable Energy Supply from the RWTH Aachen University with semesters abroad at Harvard University and Stanford University. He speaks German and English.
Michael Kendon
As Vice President Engineering and Project Operations, Michael has responsibility for GOLDBECK SOLAR’s contract management, working with clients and key suppliers and partners to negotiate EPC and supply chain agreements, overseeing the delivery of contracts on behalf of customers, the internal financial tracking and performance of projects, as well as being closely involved with customers throughout. Michael brings over 16 years of national and international experience gained within the renewable energy and cleantech sectors of North America and Europe.
Brennan Orr
Brennan Orr, the Director of Project Operations at GOLDBECK SOLAR, is an accomplished project manager with over 8 years of experience managing wind turbine assets. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and an Executive MBA specializing in Human Resource Management, Brennan excels in organizing and leading multi-disciplinary teams. In his role, Brennan strategically coordinates various facets of project operations, such as planning, procurement, scheduling, and resource allocation, ensuring efficient and timely project delivery. He plays a crucial role in upholding quality standards, adhering to safety protocols, and fostering effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
Beniamino Giolitti
Beniamino Giolitti serves as the Director of Engineering at GOLDBECK SOLAR, bringing over 14 years of international experience in the solar energy sector. Holding both a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, majoring in Energy Systems, Beniamino combines his academic background with practical expertise on all engineering disciplines.
In his pivotal role, Beniamino manages Goldbeck Solar’s engineering team, ensuring the successful planning, design, and execution of our solar projects. This involves providing technical leadership, assessing innovative solutions, overseeing quality assurance processes, and fostering collaboration across diverse departments to achieve project goals. His technical and leadership skills facilitate seamless teamwork among multidisciplinary teams, encompassing consultants, developers, owners, lenders, investors, contractors, and suppliers at GOLDBECK SOLAR.
Sarah Varaschin
Sarah Varaschin, the Director of Accounting & Finance at GOLDBECK SOLAR, brings a decade of experience assisting the financial landscapes of dynamic, high-growth companies across diverse industries. Having earned their CPA, CA designation at Deloitte, Sarah brings a large blend of expertise to their role. Sarah’s focus on people as well as process inspires an emphasis on streamlined operations, strong controls, and continuous improvement and innovation. With curiosity and collaboration, Sarah has a track record of leading the evolution of finance, accounting, and audit teams into true, strategic business partners that support organizational strategy and growth.