Damian Veling
About Damian Veling
Damian Veling is the Co-Founder and CTO of Okra Solar, where he focuses on scalable energy solutions for off-grid communities. He has a background in software engineering and accounting, with previous roles at Adslot, Lawler Financial Services, and Servcorp.
Work at Okra Solar
Damian Veling serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Okra Solar, a position he has held since 2016. Under his leadership, Okra Solar focuses on providing accessible and affordable energy solutions to off-grid communities. The company has developed plug and play, distributed micro-grid technology, which has been deployed in remote areas across Cambodia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Veling's work emphasizes the importance of sustainability and scalability in energy solutions.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before co-founding Okra Solar, Damian Veling gained extensive experience in software development. He worked as a .Net Developer at Adslot for nine months in 2014, followed by a role as a Software Engineer at BUENO Systems, where he worked for six months in 2014 and then again from 2015 to 2018 for three years. His background in software engineering has contributed to his expertise in developing technology solutions for energy access.
Background in Accounting
Damian Veling has a background in accounting, having worked as an Accountant at Lawler Financial Services from 2011 to 2013 for two years. This experience provided him with a solid understanding of financial principles, which complements his technical skills in software development and energy solutions.
Education and Expertise
Damian Veling studied at Australian Catholic University, where he earned two Bachelor's Degrees. He completed a degree in Information Systems and another in Business with a focus on Accounting, both from 2009 to 2012. His educational background equips him with a diverse skill set that spans technology and finance, supporting his roles in software development and energy innovation.
Role as Quality Analyst
Damian Veling also has experience in quality assurance, having worked as a Quality Analyst at Servcorp from 2013 to 2014 for eleven months. This role involved ensuring the quality and reliability of software products, further enhancing his technical expertise and attention to detail in software development.