Transforming Vision into Results for Energy-Tech Founders, CXOs, and Investors From Startup Through Hypergrowth

Dax Kepshire

Founder & CEO

Building and scaling energy-tech ventures is incredibly challenging. Founders, executives, and investors face unique and complex obstacles—whether it’s developing innovative new technologies, selling in highly competitive markets, delivering mega-projects, or scaling operations during periods of explosive growth.

After nearly two decades in the energy storage industry, I’ve learned that success depends on more than just expertise—it requires the ability to execute. That’s why I launched Energy Operating Partners, a company dedicated to helping leaders overcome roadblocks, seize opportunities, and drive transformational growth.

My journey began in 2007 when I co-founded one of the first grid-scale energy storage startups, SustainX. As a young CEO, I raised capital from blue-chip investors, led cross-functional teams through product development, and negotiated strategic partnerships before merging the business with a competitor. From there, I joined AES Energy Storage, where I built the sales engineering function and sold some of the world’s first lithium-ion energy storage systems.

When AES and Siemens merged their energy storage divisions to create Fluence, I was tasked with leading global technical sales and project execution. In this role, I grew the business from $50 million to $500 million in revenue within two years, ultimately positioning Fluence for a $4.7 billion IPO (NASDAQ: FLNC).

Throughout my career, I’ve led teams to sell and deliver 100+ energy storage projects across 15 countries, scaling revenue under my responsibility from $50M to more than $1.6 billion annually. These experiences gave me a rare, end-to-end understanding of the global energy storage industry.

I understand how difficult it is to scale a business in a competitive and rapidly evolving space. Success in energy-tech isn’t just about great ideas—it’s about execution. With Energy Operating Partners, I’m here to help you bridge the gap between vision and results, empowering your venture to achieve its full potential.

Let’s connect to discuss how I can help turn your ambition into action and drive transformational growth.