Date: Monday, August 30, 2006
Trading Symbol:OTCBB:BBSE
Open Energy Corporation Expands Sales Team with the appointment of Mark Bettis as Western Regional Sales Manager
- New addition brings industry experience in photovoltaic sales
August 30, 2006 (Solana Beach, Calif.) – Open Energy Corp. (OTCBB: OEGY), a renewable energy company focused on the design and manufacturing of solar energy products, today announced the appointment of Mark Bettis to the position of Western Regional Sales Manager.
Mr. Bettis brings to Open Energy a strong background in solar energy sales. He spent the past four years working with Schott Solar, where he held the consecutive roles of national channel sales manager and regional sales manager.
“Mark has significant experience working with photovoltaics on both the residential and commercial side of the business and has worked with many solar dealers and integrators nationwide,” commented David Saltman, President and CEO of Open Energy. “We expect his understanding of the solar energy marketplace to have a positive impact on our sales and we look forward to his contribution to the Open Energy team.”
Mr. Bettis received his MBA from San Francisco State University and is a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Accredited Green Building Professional.
About Open Energy
Open Energy Corporation (OTCBB: OEGY) focuses on the development and commercialization of renewable energy products and technologies for a wide range of applications including electrical and thermal power production and water desalination. The Company pursues these objectives through technology innovation, acquisitions, strategic partnerships and other business strategies. The company's mission is to enhance life by harnessing the power of the sun.
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