Management Team
John Yan - President & CEO
William Carey - Director of Electrical Control
John Yan - President & CEO
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (1983)
John, a distinguished entrepreneur and inventor, brings a wealth of expertise to the global wind energy industry. Having recently immigrated to the USA, he is a renowned authority focusing on wind turbine technology, excelling in research and development, customer solutions, pro
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (1983)
John, a distinguished entrepreneur and inventor, brings a wealth of expertise to the global wind energy industry. Having recently immigrated to the USA, he is a renowned authority focusing on wind turbine technology, excelling in research and development, customer solutions, production, and supply chain management.
With over 20 years of specialized experience in system design within the Vertical Axis Wind Turbine (VAWT) industry, John has made significant contributions to the field, holding esteemed positions with widely recognized contributions and accolades that include winning the National Silver Award of the China Machinery Industry Science and Technology Award in 2016.
Innovating in the field, John introduced the ground-breaking "multi-disk theory" and spearheaded the development of the revolutionary "active real-time attack angle regulation" technology. His inventive contributions extend to pioneering technologies such as the Super Turbine, Air-Water Turbine, Wind-Ship Power package, a unique aircraft model, grid-independent Electrolyser, and the latest Wave Power Station technology.
John holds over 40 patents across the United States, China, Europe, and South Korea, solidifying his position as a visionary trailblazer in wind energy.
As the founder and president of both SAWT Corporation and its successor, TALOS Industry Corporation, he has overseen the successful installation of over 3,000 small VAWT systems across 60 countries. Notably, his ground-breaking invention of the Super Turbine in 2014 marked a revolutionary leap in wind power generation technology.
Michael G. Shen - VP
William Carey - Director of Electrical Control
John Yan - President & CEO
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Math (1982); Masters degree in EE (1988); MBA (1995)
Michael has an extensive and diverse professional background. His career began as an assistant teacher at Chengdu University of Technology from 1982 to 1985. Following this, he obtained his Master’s degree from Beijing Jiaotong University in Beijing, China.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Math (1982); Masters degree in EE (1988); MBA (1995)
Michael has an extensive and diverse professional background. His career began as an assistant teacher at Chengdu University of Technology from 1982 to 1985. Following this, he obtained his Master’s degree from Beijing Jiaotong University in Beijing, China. Later, he completed his MBA program at Saint Michael’s College in Vermont, USA.
From 1996 to 2007, Michael held key roles at Lucent Technology and Axiowave Networks, serving as a principal software engineer specializing in network communication and IP security.
In 2007, Michael transitioned to Raytheon Company, a major government contractor. Here, he has focused on Air Traffic Control (ATC) system design and integration.
With over 15 years of experience, Michael has been a valuable representative of Raytheon Company, providing ATC system support and customer services to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Defense (DOD).
William Carey - Director of Electrical Control
William Carey - Director of Electrical Control
William Carey - Director of Electrical Control
EDUCATION:
B.S.E.E. and M.S.E.E. from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1990 and 1993
William is the founder and CEO of ARC Technology LLC, and an expert in high-power electronics, high-current systems, and short-pulse technology. He received his credentials from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1990 and 1993 while investigatin
EDUCATION:
B.S.E.E. and M.S.E.E. from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1990 and 1993
William is the founder and CEO of ARC Technology LLC, and an expert in high-power electronics, high-current systems, and short-pulse technology. He received his credentials from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1990 and 1993 while investigating the mechanisms limiting the achievable velocities of railguns (electrically fired guns) at the Applied Physical Electronics Research Centre, which was co-located at the university.
He received a National Small Business Administration Tibbetts Award for the state of Kanas due to his work in the Small Business Innovation Research program (SBIR) for a separate company that he co-founded.
Carey has been actively researching radio frequency-directed energy weapons and high-power microwave systems for the Missile Defense Agency and the Army. This research has developed a variety of high voltage, short pulse generators and antenna systems that operate in the range of several hundred thousand volts over a range of one to tens of nanoseconds.
He has actively pursued spin-off research and commercial sales directly related to these technologies, including designing custom short pulse generators for other companies and one of the national laboratories.
Carey has also consulted for small technology businesses since 2017 in various areas including technical feasibility, system control, business management, grant selection, and writing assistance. His extensive knowledge contributes significantly to the team's capabilities.
Paul Vukson - Director of Sales (North America)
Peter Campbell - Director of Media and Marketing
Peter Campbell - Director of Media and Marketing
EDUCATION:
Graduated Flight School (1977)
Paul is a recently retired Airline Captain with Air Canada Jazz having flown over 35 years. He was Senior Pilot in a management position developing policies for Logistics in Transportation and developing procedures as a Safety Officer prior to employment with Jazz Aviation. He realized the need for
EDUCATION:
Graduated Flight School (1977)
Paul is a recently retired Airline Captain with Air Canada Jazz having flown over 35 years. He was Senior Pilot in a management position developing policies for Logistics in Transportation and developing procedures as a Safety Officer prior to employment with Jazz Aviation. He realized the need for alternative energy in isolated locations. Paul formed a company Wind Sail Energy Inc. with the intent of marketing a VAWT (Vertical Axis Wind Turbine) produced by Talos Industries Corporation. Wind Sail Energy is responsible for importing, logistics, construction and managing specialty contractors in Ontario, Canada. The 1 kw, 3 kw and 10 kw Vertical Axis Wind Turbine were the first to be certified up to Canadian Standards Association CSA with the initial windmill being approved for an on-grid connection in Ontario. Wind Sail Energy Inc. is headquartered in Brantford, Ontario and is responsible for Canadian marketing and distribution.
Peter Campbell - Director of Media and Marketing
Peter Campbell - Director of Media and Marketing
Peter Campbell - Director of Media and Marketing
EDUCATION:
Monash University - Dip. Graphic Art & Design, Hong Kong Management Association – Dip. Business Management, Victoria University - Executive Producer, E-Business Institute – Dip. Online Business
Peter was the founder and chairman of Multimedia Communications Limited and its subsidiary companies, Asia’s largest and most respected
EDUCATION:
Monash University - Dip. Graphic Art & Design, Hong Kong Management Association – Dip. Business Management, Victoria University - Executive Producer, E-Business Institute – Dip. Online Business
Peter was the founder and chairman of Multimedia Communications Limited and its subsidiary companies, Asia’s largest and most respected business-to-business communications group.
A veteran of Asia’s economic growth during his 20-year tenure in Hong Kong from 1977-1997, and a global pioneer of DVD, digital and new media technology since its inception, his clients included the Who’s Who of Asia’s leading business conglomerates and international financial and banking institutions. Peter’s international experience spans business communications, media and entertainment creation, production, content fulfillment, and distribution across traditional and online global platforms.
With an entrepreneurial career spanning over 40 years, he excels in identifying business opportunities, crafting strategies, and developing products to effectively motivate and engage staff, investors, communities, government entities, and the public.
Zhong Ding - Director of Production & Craft
Peter Campbell - Director of Media and Marketing
Zhong Ding - Director of Production & Craft
EDUCATION:
Graduated from Xi-An Petroleum University in 1992
With 30 years of experience in mechanical manufacturing, Mr. Ding successfully established Yang-Zhou Rui-Shang Mechanical Manufacturing Co. Ltd. in early 2006. The company specializes in providing solutions for complex mechanical problems. Mr Ding is recognized as a top-level expe
EDUCATION:
Graduated from Xi-An Petroleum University in 1992
With 30 years of experience in mechanical manufacturing, Mr. Ding successfully established Yang-Zhou Rui-Shang Mechanical Manufacturing Co. Ltd. in early 2006. The company specializes in providing solutions for complex mechanical problems. Mr Ding is recognized as a top-level expert in the Chinese Manufacturing industry.
Mr.Ding Zhong has developed the first large alumina blender, high-precision rotary compressor, and fully automatic folding machine of the wheel in China.
Peggy Zhang – HR and Admin
Ashley Gao - Legal Assistant
Zhong Ding - Director of Production & Craft
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in English Literature; MBA from the University of Surrey, UK
Peggy brings over 15 years of extensive experience in human resources and administrative management from her tenure at large multinational companies like Compaq, and General Motors, and leading financial institutions such as PingAn Group. She has furt
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in English Literature; MBA from the University of Surrey, UK
Peggy brings over 15 years of extensive experience in human resources and administrative management from her tenure at large multinational companies like Compaq, and General Motors, and leading financial institutions such as PingAn Group. She has further honed her skills with a decade of proficiency in procurement within the realm of highly advanced wind turbines at Shanghai Aeolus Wind Technology Company.
Peggy integrates her linguistic expertise with a profound comprehension of innovative, cutting-edge wind turbine technologies. Her adept communication abilities facilitate clear and concise exchanges and foster enhanced team cohesion and collaboration.
Ashley Gao - Legal Assistant
Ashley Gao - Legal Assistant
Ashley Gao - Legal Assistant
EDUCATION
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY LAW CENTER Washington, D.C., USA
Master of Laws, Branch: International Business and Economic Law, Advanced International Commercial Arbitration.
SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS Shanghai, China
Bachelor of Laws, Branch: International Economic Law, International Financial Law, Interna
EDUCATION
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY LAW CENTER Washington, D.C., USA
Master of Laws, Branch: International Business and Economic Law, Advanced International Commercial Arbitration.
SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS Shanghai, China
Bachelor of Laws, Branch: International Economic Law, International Financial Law, International Economic Law; International Investment Law.
Ashley XinYao Gao is an accomplished legal professional with a Master of Law in International Business and Economic Law from Georgetown University Law Center, where she earned a prestigious Merit Scholarship. She excelled in courses such as International Commercial Arbitration and Corporations and was an active member of the 2023 LL.M. Committee. Ashley can sit for the New York State Bar Examination in July 2024.
Ashley also holds a Bachelor of Laws in International Economic Laws from Shanghai University of International Business and Economics (SUIBE), graduating in the top 10% of her class with a GPA of 3.65. Her achievements include multiple merit scholarships and awards, such as Champion and “The Best Memo” at the 2022 China International Law of the Sea Moot Court Competition. She co-chaired the Debate Association of the Law School at SUIBE and is a licensed attorney in Mainland China.
Her professional experience includes internships at Baker & McKenzie, where she developed expertise in the TMT sector and researched legal risks related to algorithms and data privacy. At King & Wood Mallesons, she negotiated mortgage registrations and drafted relevant documents in Chinese and English. Ashley also gained prosecutorial experience as the People's Prosecutor of Xuhui District, assisting in legal decision preparation and research.
Ashley’s moot court achievements underscore her exceptional research and advocacy skills, leading her team to a national championship. She is fluent in Chinese and English, with an IELTS score of 8.0.