Sandra Kwak

Founder, CEO at 10Power

Sandra Kwak has extensive experience in various industries, with a focus on sustainability and social impact. Sandra is the Founder and CEO of 10Power, a certified Benefit Corporation that provides project development and finance for solar energy in underserved markets, with a gender empowerment lens. Under their leadership, 10Power has successfully completed projects such as a solar-powered water desalination system in Haiti, benefiting 35,000 people.

In addition to their role at 10Power, Kwak serves as a Board Member for the Foundation for Climate Restoration, where they work towards restoring a safe and healthy climate. Sandra is also the Co-Founder of Infinite Humanity, a platform dedicated to preserving and sharing stories and memories.

Prior to these ventures, Kwak held the position of VP of Business Development at The UX Department, where they played a key role in driving growth and partnerships. Sandra has also served as a Professor at San Francisco State University, teaching a course on race, activism, and climate justice.

Kwak's previous experience includes roles such as Director of Marketing and Ecosystem Partnerships at AutoGrid Systems, where they utilized big-data analytics to optimize energy consumption, and Founder, President, and COO of Powerzoa, Inc, a company focused on energy efficiency.

Sandra has also contributed to education as a member of the teaching team for Finance, Strategic Management, and Culture, Values & Ethics courses at Presidio Graduate School. Additionally, Kwak has served as the CEO of BitJazz, a manufacturer of a lossless video compression codec used in widely recognized TV shows.

Throughout their career, Kwak has demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainability, social impact, and climate restoration. Sandra'sdiverse experiences have equipped their with a multidimensional perspective and skills in finance, marketing, business development, and teaching.

Sandra Kwak pursued their higher education with dedication and focus. Sandra began their journey in 2000 by enrolling at Emory University, where they studied Political Science & Visual Arts. Sandra completed their undergraduate studies in this field in 2004. Continuing their quest for knowledge, Sandra then attended Presidio Graduate School from 2007 to 2009. It was here that they obtained their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, specializing in Sustainable Business. While additional information about Sandra's educational experiences is not provided, it is worth noting that they may have engaged in further education at Alliant International University-San Francisco Bay. However, specific details regarding their time and field of study at this institution are unavailable.

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  • Founder, CEO

    December, 2015 - present