Who We Are
Founded by leaders from the U.S. Military, Federal Government, and Intelligence Community, Sol Donum designs every solution for reliability, security, and long-term performance—so you can focus on the mission. Sol Donum engineers American-made power systems you can trust.
At Sol Donum, quality comes first. Unlike systems built with imported components from the PRC(China), we use premium U.S. and European parts—and design our own power packs—to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions.
List of Services
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Clift Briscoe — Chief Products EngineerList Item 1
Clift has designed, developed, and implemented both software and hardware systems for the U.S. Department of War and Intelligence Communities. A seasoned electrical engineer, he co-founded several successful IT companies and has led the development of power supply and power management technologies for computing platforms designed to operate in diverse and challenging environments.
In his downtime, Clift is an avid road racing cyclist—and by "avid," we mean he owns a lot of bicycles.
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Larry Chang – Chief Operating OfficerList Item 2
Larry has a proven track record of starting, growing, and selling technology and government services companies that serve both commercial industries and the U.S. Department of War. He holds an MBA from George Mason University and a degree in Aerospace Engineering from Virginia Tech, and has held senior leadership roles as CEO and COO at startup and mid-sized companies. Before leading Sol Donum’s operations, Larry also consulted for healthcare companies navigating significant technology development initiatives.
When he’s not advancing energy solutions, Larry is an accomplished violinist and has jammed with legends like Ray Charles, The Moody Blues, and Tony Bennett.
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Sean Curry — Chief Sales & Marketing OfficerList Item 4
Sean has led software development, hardware engineering, professional services, and sales teams for companies serving the U.S. Federal Government, Department of War, and Intelligence Communities. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Sean has hands-on experience directing the construction, operation, and maintenance of nuclear and electrical systems on submarines.
Outside of his technical expertise, Sean is passionate about CrossFit and enjoys the art of baking sourdough bread.
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Ed Willhide — Software Development Manager
Ed is a seasoned executive and technology expert with extensive experience in software product applications development. As CTO of a software company, he helped deploy products to Fortune 100 companies supporting large-scale IT and security operations. Later, as Vice President of product development at a cybersecurity company, he led initiatives for numerous Fortune 500 clients. At Sol Donum, Ed leverages his vast experience to help shape and deliver software and cloud-based services for the company's product line.
Outside of his work, Ed is an avid adventurer who cherishes every opportunity to explore new places with his family.
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Brandon Frederick — Manufacturing Manager
Brandon leads the manufacturing of Sol Donum’s battery energy storage systems, coordinates shipping logistics, and supports on-site deliveries and system installations. He collaborates closely with the Chief Products Engineer on the design and development of new products.
Brandon holds a Bachelor’s degree from Radford University and enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and their dog, Frankie.
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Lewis Hopkins - Sales Executive
Lewis brings a strong background in industrial material handling design and sales, including working with manufacturers to develop specialized equipment that streamlines production and product flow. After a successful career in industrial equipment sales, he transitioned into business and real estate brokerage, applying his operational and sales expertise to help clients navigate business transitions. He later founded The Hopkins Group, a thriving brokerage firm that continues to guide clients through strategic business sales and succession planning.
Our Mission:
At Sol Donum, our mission is simple: provide reliable, secure, and American-made power solutions that keep critical operations running without compromise.
Our Vision:
- Grow American Engineering & Manufacturing: Expand our capabilities to design and build more solutions in the USA.
- Ensure Energy Resiliency: Deliver products with unmatched reliability and security for critical operations.
- Trusted by Customers: Provide power solutions that customers depend on for their most vital energy needs.
- Strong, Secure Supply Chain: Maintain consistent quality and secure supply chain.
- American-Made Performance & Security: Performance, trust, and security that comes from American made products.
Why Sol Donum?
- Rugged, Reliable Solutions: Designed to perform in the most demanding environments, our power systems are engineered to last.
- Tailored to Your Needs: From microgrids to customized energy storage, we design solutions that meet your specific operational requirements.
- Unmatched Expertise: With decades of experience in defense, government, and commercial sectors, our engineers bring deep knowledge to every project.
- Seamless Integration: Our advanced systems integrate smoothly with your existing infrastructure, ensuring a smooth transition for long-term reliability.
- Security & Compliance: Built with the highest security standards, our systems are designed to safeguard your operations and meet industry regulations.
- Sustainability & Efficiency: Harness clean, renewable energy with solutions designed to reduce your energy costs and carbon footprint.
DUNS: 122232337 | CAGE: 93ML5 | NAICS: 335999, 335910, 541690, 541715 | PSC: 6117, 6130, 6140, 7A20, AC11, AC12, AG13, AG33, DA10
