John Cerveny is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the energy and technology sectors. Currently serving as Sr. Director and Program Manager for the New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology Consortium (NY-BEST), John leads initiatives to enhance the supply chain for batteries and energy storage systems within New York State. Formerly, John held the position of President at New Energy Resources, a consulting firm that successfully secured over $15 million in funding for clients in the alternative energy sector. John's prior roles include key positions in business development, government relations, and regulatory affairs at various organizations, including Lilliputian Systems Inc. and Plug Power, where significant funding and regulatory achievements were realized. John holds an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Product Development and a BS in Industrial Engineering, both from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology Consortium (NY-BEST)
The New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology (NY-BEST™) Consortium was created in 2010 to position New York State as a global leader in energy storage technology, including applications in transportation, grid storage, and power electronics.NY-BEST currently has more than 130 members. The Consortium's membership is diverse andincludes manufacturers, academic institutions, utilities, technology and materials developers, start-ups, government entities, engineering firms, systems integrators, and end-users. The majority of its members are New York State based entities.NY-BEST serves as an expert resource to energy storage-related companies and organizations seeking assistance to grow their businesses in New York State. This includes access to financing, research capabilities, potential partners, technology developers, manufacturers, and other private sector and government resources. NY-BEST serves as an important connector in establishing a strong energy storage “ecosystem” encompassing all stages of energy storage product development and use.