meet the staff
 Peter Richards Peter is the elder son of Frank. He began working with Frank in the dining room from day one helping to overcome technological hurdles on a part-time basis. He earned a B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering from York College of PA and worked for RV Industries doing engineering design and detailing. After spending a month backpacking solo through Europe, Pete joined forces full time with REG and delved into technology driven projects in Information Technology, Real Time Metering, Energy Audits, Sales Tax Audits, and Demand Side Response. Peter now heads up the Lighting and Technology Division where he and his team help customers transition seamlessly from older inefficient systems to energy efficient ones, sometimes overnight! Outside of work, Pete shares a passion for the arts and music with his partner Lindsey, and they can often be found performing in and around York or at their studio, the Sign of the Wagon. Peter holds an EIT in PA and the following AEE certificates: CEM, CEA, CSDP, BEP. |
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 Tara Quigley Tara received her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a minor in Mathematics from York College of Pennsylvania in 2000. She has over ten years of management experience with AllscriptsMisys and Genesis Systems, Inc. As REG’s general manager, her primary role is to promote and maintain the company’s mission. In cooperation with the company President and the Core Leadership Team, Tara is charged with the task of achieving operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing processes to improve efficiencies, quality, and customer-service standards; and resolving problems. |
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Power Procurement |
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 Mike Frey As Richards Energy’s Procurement Manager, Mike’s primary function is to evaluate competitive supplier offers and secure favorable electric supply contracts for members of our electric purchasing consortium – REAP (Richards Energy Affinity Program). With a focus on customer service and strong analytical skills, Mike helps our customers to understand supplier options and manage electric costs. He monitors energy market prices, negotiates electric supply contracts, and audits electric bills to ensure accurate billing from the utility companies and electric suppliers. Mike has +10 years of service with Richards Energy and he is credentialed in energy purchasing, having earned the designation of CEP (Certified Energy Procurement Professional) through the Association of Energy Engineers. Mike graduated with honors from York College of Pennsylvania with a degree in economics and finance. |
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 Stephanie Baylor Stephanie works in the procurement department where she helps to secure favorable electric supply contracts for REAP members, maintain our customer database, intake new clients, and provide customer care support. Stephanie is very systems and process oriented and is known in the procurement department as the “silent wheel” that keeps things rolling. During her eight years at Richards Energy, Stephanie has provided crucial support and administrative assistance in almost all areas of the company. |
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 Julia Smith Julia is a technical assistant in the electric procurement department where she helps to secure favorable electric supply contracts for REAP (Richards Energy Affinity Program) members. Julia uses her background in data management and analysis to help evaluate pricing offers and options, perform account analyses, and summarize savings. She also reviews bills for accuracy, and works with customers and electric suppliers to resolve problems and answer questions. Julia has a master’s degree in wildlife biology from Frostburg State University and a bachelor’s in biology from Penn State University. |
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 Linda Ulmer Linda is the administrative assistant for REG and does all the invoicing for the company. She also assists the sales and marketing department in multiple marketing campaigns, research projects, mailings, and events. Linda has been with REG for two years. |
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 Scott Richards As a Billing Analyst, Scott audits both utility and supplier bills for all REAP members. Scott routinely recovers dollars for members by identifying and resolving billing mistakes both retroactively and into the future. Richards Energy has achieved millions of dollars in refunds and credits for many customers over the years. The amounts can be substantial depending on the nature of the billing error. Scott’s department is growing as Richards Energy’s Bill Auditing service is now available to all industrial and commercial businesses. Scott is the younger son of Frank, president of Richards Energy. |
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Lighting |
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 Andrew Fritz As part of the lighting team at REG, Andrew conducts lighting audits and develops proposals. He is also responsible for lighting project management which includes processing invoices and purchase orders, dealing with product suppliers and working with the installation crews. Upon project completion, Andrew also works with utilities to secure rebates for our clients. Andrew has been with Richards Energy Group for five years and holds a degree in Economics from Millersville University of Pennsylvania. As a hobby, Andrew enjoys playing guitar in his church praise band. |
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 Don Hornung Don has a 20 year background in commercial / industrial energy management and purchasing. He is a Certified Energy Manager, Certified Energy Purchasing Professional, and a Certified Energy Auditor. He has conducted nearly 30 facility audits in various industries over the last 5 years for the Richards Energy Group. Don also has 17 years of overlapping experience in environmental compliance and industrial hygiene after receiving his B.A. degree in the natural sciences. |
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 Lisa Treible Lisa received her Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Bucknell University. She has over 20 years of relevant energy industry experience working directly with industrial and commercial clients. Her background includes four years with Centerpoint Energy Services, eight years with Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania, and nine years with Pennsylvania Power & Light. Lisa is a Certified Industrial Gas Consultant, and also holds a degree in Animal Behavior from Bucknell University. |
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