The Media Category celebrates the storytellers and educators who illuminate the solar industry through compelling narratives, insightful analysis, and engaging content. These media professionals play a crucial role in shaping public perception and understanding of solar energy, using various platforms to highlight innovations, challenges, and the environmental impact of solar solutions.

This award recognizes those who excel in conveying the importance of solar energy and its benefits, ensuring that accurate and motivating information reaches a broad audience. Join us in celebrating the journalists, filmmakers, and content creators whose work not only informs but also inspires action towards a sustainable energy future.

Excellence In Media Awards

Excellence in Branding

This prestigious award is designed to honor and recognize brands within the solar industry that stand out for their remarkable consistency in branding, theming, and use of colors, as well as for delivering a unified and compelling message across all platforms. It's not just about visual aesthetics; it's about weaving a compelling narrative that aligns with measurable marketing successes, demonstrating how strategic branding can lead to tangible outcomes. This accolade seeks to spotlight brands that have not only crafted a distinct and recognizable identity but have also anchored their branding in a deep-seated brand meaning and culture. This culture should not only resonate with their target audience but also engender a sense of belonging and loyalty, creating a community of advocates and followers. In essence, this award celebrates brands that have successfully merged aesthetics, storytelling, and purpose to build a strong, cohesive, and impactful presence in the solar industry, thereby setting a benchmark for excellence in brand strategy and execution.

Excellence in Podcasting

This award is presented to a solar industry podcast that stands as a beacon of excellence, seamlessly blending impeccable technical quality with deep audience engagement and content that both educates and empowers. Celebrating the art of storytelling, these podcasts shine for their consistent delivery of insightful episodes that explore new angles and innovations in the solar sector. Recognized for captivating listeners with both the richness of information and the creativity of presentation, this accolade honors a podcast that consistently sets the industry standard, maintaining a strong connection with its audience through regular, impactful releases.

Excellence in Original Video

This award honors original video content that marries creativity with innovation, setting new benchmarks in visual and auditory storytelling within the solar industry. Celebrated for their superior production quality and the ability to convey compelling narratives, these videos excel in engaging and educating their audience while remaining true to brand integrity. This accolade is a tribute to creators who skillfully craft stories that resonate on a profound level, fostering a meaningful connection between the brand and its audience, and pushing the envelope in digital storytelling to inspire, inform, and entertain.

Creator of the Year

The Creator of the Year Award salutes an individual whose extraordinary creativity and innovation have significantly advanced their brand and the solar industry. Acknowledging visionaries who bring forth new technologies and solutions, this award appreciates those who challenge the status quo, driving the solar sector towards sustainability and efficiency. Celebrated for transforming innovative ideas into impactful realities, the recipients of this award inspire industry-wide progress and exemplify leadership that motivates others to contribute to the collective advancement of solar energy.

Most Educational/Informational

This accolade recognizes brands that excel in delivering consistently engaging and enlightening content, positioning themselves as educational pillars within the solar community. By demystifying complex concepts and showcasing best practices, these brands play a crucial role in fostering professional growth and industry advancement. This award celebrates the commitment to creating a foundation for continuous learning, significantly contributing to the sector's growth and ensuring stakeholders are well-equipped with the knowledge to drive innovation, thereby championing a future where solar energy is a key player in the global energy landscape.

Top Influencer

The Top Influencer Award is bestowed upon individuals who redefine authentic engagement in the solar industry, masterfully blending expertise with content that deeply resonates with a broad audience. These influencers are lauded for sparking action and fostering a sense of community, significantly impacting the industry from the grassroots to the global level. Recognized for their authentic connection with followers and their pivotal role in promoting solar energy adoption, these influencers embody the transformative power of informed advocacy, making them true beacons of progress in the sustainable energy transition.

Excellence in Entertainment

The Excellence in Entertainment Award shines a spotlight on entertainment content within the solar industry that surpasses conventional expectations, blending intelligence with allure in a way that captivates and educates its audience. This award is reserved for content that not only entertains but also enriches, offering a unique blend of humor, insight, and innovation that challenges and expands the viewer's perspective on solar energy and sustainability. Recognized for its ability to hold an audience's attention while subtly imparting valuable knowledge, this content stands out for being exceptionally well-crafted, thought-provoking, and memorable, setting a high bar for creativity and impact in the realm of solar industry entertainment.

Media Committee

David Mousa, owner of Rocwel Studio, is a fierce voice in the media sphere. David began his studio while living in Queens, NY and brought his talent to the west coast when he moved to California in 2012.

Positioning himself as an all-star in the wedding sector early on, David found a knack for bringing special moments to life through his videography. He expanded into live events to broaden his media portfolio, and today is SolarCon and The Morning Energy Show’s beloved cameraman. David lives in Sacramento with his wife and kids, and he is known for always rocking a trendy pair of shoes.

Mathew Beeler is a visionary marketing strategist and social media maestro known for his innovative approach to marketing and adept storytelling in business. Beginning his entrepreneurial endeavors at just 14, Mathew quickly developed a profound understanding of marketing's power, setting the stage for a career distinguished by creativity and strategic influence. As the co-founder of Snapper Academy, he dedicates himself to educating sales professionals in the solar industry, imparting essential skills for enduring success. His role as Vice President of Branding at Nivo Solar showcases his ability to meld renewable energy narratives with captivating marketing strategies, fostering industry growth and community engagement.

With a rich background that spans beyond the solar sector, Mathew has significantly impacted the music industry, creating influential media content for global stars like T-pain and Rob Zombie. These experiences have sharpened his storytelling prowess and highlighted the universal appeal of adept marketing. At the heart of his work, Mathew aspires to inspire individuals to share their stories and knowledge, driving collective advancement in the solar field. His commitment extends beyond business metrics, focusing on building a community where innovation, learning, and collaboration illuminate the path to a brighter, sustainable future.

Zane O'Gwin is a talented filmmaker from Utah with over a decade of experience in writing and directing. After obtaining his bachelor's degree in digital media, specializing in film from Utah Valley University, Zane has collaborated with prominent industry names like Disney, History Channel, Lego, and Cisco, significantly through his work on the Devinsupertramp YouTube channel. He is also a pivotal figure at Wonder Rush, his own production company, where he melds his passion for film with his entrepreneurial spirit.

At the heart of Zane's life is his family, serving as his ultimate inspiration and grounding force. Time spent with his wife and children is most precious to him, influencing his storytelling and bringing depth to his artistic vision. In both his professional endeavors and personal life, Zane O'Gwin exemplifies a commitment to excellence and a profound appreciation for the meaningful connections that shape his work and purpose.

Bryan Baucom started his solar career back in 2016 when he was contracted to design a logo and website for his friend’s new start up solar company. After being hired on full-time as their Head of Marketing, he soon mastered how to generate solar leads and interest online as a means of getting reps off the doors. He has since ventured off on his own, starting Storm Marketing, which has generated over one million qualified solar leads in the last 4 years.

Storm Marketing is completely built on results based, word-of-mouth referrals. People around the solar industry might not be familiar with his name because he has built his entire business without ever running ads for himself. He continues to generate interest in solar through educational, compliance-focused ads for the biggest names in the solar industry.

Michael O’Donnell stands out as the preeminent sales force in the solar industry, where his unparalleled success and influential strategies have earned him the nickname "Godfather of Sales." As a key partner and Vice President at SunSolar Solutions, Michael has played a pivotal role in elevating the company to its status as a Top 10 rated solar contractor in the US, renowned especially for being voted the #1 Solar Contractor for Customer Experience. His deep understanding of the sales landscape and commitment to excellence not only drives the company's success but also sets industry standards for customer satisfaction and service quality.

Beyond his remarkable sales achievements, Michael is also the author of the bestselling book "No Matter Watt!" Through this publication and his MOD Sales Academy, he shares his wealth of knowledge and experience, guiding many aspiring professionals to reach the coveted 7-figure income milestone in their sales careers. Michael's leadership extends into daily sessions with his MOD MOB, a mastermind group through which he fosters a visionary approach to sales, aiming for a 9-figure future for its members. His recent accolade as the Most Influential Leader in the Door-to-Door (D2D) industry underscores his significant impact and the respect he commands across the sales domain.