T.J. Kanczuzewski
About T.J. Kanczuzewski
T.J. Kanczuzewski is the founder and board member of Brilliant Capital and serves as CEO of the Mamoni Valley Preserve, focusing on conservation in a critical biodiversity hotspot. He has held various leadership roles in the solar energy sector and has been recognized for his contributions to business and sustainability.
Work at Inovateus Solar
T.J. Kanczuzewski has held multiple roles at Inovateus Solar, including President from 2011 to 2017, Founder and CEO from 2017 to 2022, and Chairman from 2017 to 2019. His leadership contributed to the company's recognition as one of the 'Best Places to Work in Indiana' by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. He also served as Executive Vice President from 2007 to 2011, playing a significant role in the company's growth and development in the solar energy sector.
Education and Expertise
T.J. Kanczuzewski studied at Columbia College Chicago, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management, with additional studies in Music Business and Instrumental Performance from 1999 to 2003. He also attended St. Joseph's High School. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic development and management within the renewable energy and conservation sectors.
Background
Before his extensive work in the solar industry, T.J. Kanczuzewski worked at General Growth Properties in Strategic Partnerships from 2004 to 2007. He has also been involved with various organizations, including serving as a trustee for The Nature Conservancy in Indiana and participating in ownership teams at Logistick and the Mamoni 100. His commitment to sustainability is evident through his roles in conservation efforts, particularly at the Mamoni Valley Preserve.
Achievements
T.J. Kanczuzewski has received recognition for his contributions to business and community leadership. He was honored as a 'Forty Under 40' recipient in 2013 for northern Indiana and southwest Michigan and received the 'Outstanding Young Business Leader' award from the St. Joseph County Chamber of Commerce in 2016. His involvement in various podcasts has allowed him to share insights on solar energy, sustainability, and best practices in the industry.
Current Roles and Contributions
Currently, T.J. Kanczuzewski serves as the Founder and Board Member at Brilliant Capital since 2020, and he is a Board Member at the Mamoni Valley Preserve and the Solar Energy Industries Association. He also holds an Advisory Board Member position at Crossroads Solar. His work focuses on inviting investors and companies to engage with biodiversity conservation and sustainable solar development.