Meet The Team
Arch Management
Team


MINDY ZINTHEFER

ED ZINTHEFER

JOLYNN VAN GINKEL

MIKE CORNELL

JEFF RAY

RYAN PUNZENBERGER

JUSTIN “JD” SMITH

AMANDA SCHILLINGOWSKI

BRI DOBIESZ

EMILY GRUNEWALD

REBECCA NICHOLSON

DAN STEINHARDT

JUSTIN VAN CAMP

JOSH WALL

LUKE ZINTHEFER

OWNER & CEO
MINDY ZINTHEFER
Mindy has been with Arch Electric Solar since its inception in 2003. She encouraged Ed to take a giant leap of faith, and follow their vision for a company with the utmost regard to quality, service, and environmental stewardship.

PRESIDENT
ED ZINTHEFER
Ed holds the unique credentials of the first International Renewable Energy Consultants (IREC) specializing in Photo Voltaic Engineering in the US, as well as the curriculum writer for the Midwest Renewable Energy Associationâs (MREA) classes on solar. He is a Master Electrician with vast experience in all types of high voltage, large and safe industrial systems. Ed has been referred to as the grandfather of Solar in Wisconsin, where he and Mindy are parents to 4 great kids.

Vice President
JOLYNN VAN GINKEL
Jolynn grew up in the family business and is the second-generation preparing to continue to lead the company toward it’s ambition of serving the underserved solar market in Wisconsin and surrounding areas. She is intrinsically engaged with all aspects of the business and has done everything from driving a forklift while unloading semis, to managing the parts and pieces of inventory, to creating Arch’s digital presence. She shares her mom and dad’s love of horses and is also a Master Certified Equine Massage Therapist.

CIO
MIKE CORNELL
Mike began his renewable energy career in 2015 as a solar experience consultant and marketing manager and is now the CIO of Arch Electric.
Mike is a NABCEP associate, MREA certified site assessor, holds a MIT Information Technology for Executives Certificate, and is currently a board member of ReNew Wisconsin (2019-present). His previous work experience was in the Automotive and Powersports world for 30+ years with Vespa, Ford, Harley-Davidson, Mazda Motors, Brammo, Tesla, and General Motors. When he isnât working he likes to do anything outside including sailing, snorkeling, flying, bicycling, paddle boarding, XC skiing, and golfing.
Mike has a 7.3kW 22 panel 2 array system with 3 Tesla PowerWalls installed in his home in Hartland and also drives a Tesla Model Y.
Fun Fact about Mike: His first home was an earth home.

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
JEFF RAY
Jeff joined Arch late in 2017, bringing with him over 25yrs of comprehensive financial and accounting experience along with financial experience in both public and private industry. He graduated from The Ohio State University with an accounting degree in 1988 and achieved his MBA in 2004. Prior to Joining our team, he founded a company specializing in enhancing business value and identifying strategic ownership transition opportunities. Jeff enjoys working at Arch because the renewables industry is making a significant difference with respect to carbon offsets as well as creating strong career paths at every level of our organization.
Email:Jeff@archelec.com
Phone:920-893-8388

Head of Estimating & Leasing
RYAN PUNZENBERGER

Head of Business Development
JUSTIN “JD” SMITH
JD joined the Marketing and Business Development team at Arch Electric in 2020. JD Has a Bachelors from UW-Whitewater and a Master’s in Global Studies of the Middle East from Marquette. JD Previously worked as Graduate Teaching Assistant for Marquette, Communications Manager for Kaitlin Woods, and Associate Director for CCS Fundraising. What excites him most about working at Arch Electric is the chance to be a part of a great change like renewable energy that is benefiting not just Wisconsin, but the whole world. His goal at Arch Electric is to constantly push Arch to stay at the cutting edge of the solar industry in Wisconsin while keeping our ethics of service and craftsmanship at the forefront.
When not working JD loves reading, playing guitar, and watching international soccer. His favorite accomplishment is climbing the Zugspitze, the tallest mountain in Germany.

Business Operations Manager
AMANDA SCHILLINGOWSKI
Amanda joined the Arch Electric accounting team in 2018 and then transitioned to Business Operations Coordinator. Amanda loves to make people feel appreciated for everything they do which makes her a perfect fit and a key team member. She holds a BS in Accounting and her previous work experience consists of Customer Service & Estimating; Accounting, and Business Operations. Amanda loves to be involved with her community through Glendbulah Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary. In her spare time, she loves to play softball, craft, and spend time with her family.
Amanda says that when she first started at Arch her main goal was to make a positive difference in a small family-owned organization. She goes on to say that throughout her time at Arch she has stumbled upon many other instances in which she has been able to make a difference, and has witnessed how the company is and continues to change the world.
âAll in all I am excited to work at Arch, because not only can we help each other and feel good about our choices, but do this while making a difference in our everyday lives.â
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Marketing Content Coordinator
BRI DOBIESZ

Operations and Leasing Support
EMILY GRUNEWALD
Emily became a part of our Business Operations team in January 2020. She currently focuses on Coordinator our Operations and Maintenance team and Accounts Payable. Emily holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Lakeland University and has completed the classes for NABCEP.  Previous to her time at Arch she worked at Rogerâs Memorial Hospital as a Patient Care Associate for the Child/ Adolescent Inpatient Unit for a year and a half. Emily says, âI found myself not only learning a new role but learning about a field I really hadnât explored before that I am now passionate about. I get to learn new things every day, experience and solve challenges, and work with the most amazing people.â
When Emily is not working, she loves to play softball, craft, paint, and spend time with her family and cat. Emily also became a trained member of the Glenbeulah Fire Department at the age of 16 and even though she is no longer in the department, she continues to help at events.

Engineering Support / Drone Pilot
REBECCA NICHOLSON
Rebecca has been a part of Arch Electric since 2019 as our Engineering & Operations specialist. Assisting sales with preliminary designs for systems. In 2018 she graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville with a B.S. in Sustainable and Renewable Energy Systems (SRES). Her vast experience in engineering, home sustainability, & efficiency has proven valuable in her position here. In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys being outdoors hiking with her dog, horseback riding, camping as well as painting. She is excited to be contributing to a more sustainable future while pursuing her passion for renewable energy.
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Fun Fact about Rebecca: She knows an absurd amount of random LOR trivia and has a horse name Gimli

Solar Developer
DAN STEINHARDT
Dan began his career as a project developer with Arch in 2017.  He is a Master Electrician and Certified Energy Manager. Dan enjoys working in project development because he enjoys seeing our customerâs commitment to renewable energy in Wisconsin. Dan is an active member of the Plymouth Community and is involved in coaching youth soccer, football, and baseball. He is also currently a Plymouth School District Board Member and a Board Member of the Family Resource Center of Sheboygan County. When Dan isnât working he enjoys camping, fishing, and attending sporting events with his wife and five sons.

LEAD SOLAR PV DESIGNER
JUSTIN VAN CAMP
Justin began his career at Arch in 2019 as a Solar Designer / Engineer. He graduated from UW-Oshkosh with a BS in Environmental Engineering and has also received his NABCEP PV Design Specialist degree and FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Certification. He loves that he can come to work and make the world a better, cleaner, more sustainable place and fight against climate change. When he is not working, he enjoys golfing, hiking/backpacking/camping, and playing video games.
Fun Fact about Justin: His favorite animal is the leatherback sea turtle and he is one of only two NABCEP certified PV designers in WI per the National Office of NABCEP.Â

Warehouse Coordinator for Arch
JOSH WALL

Solar Installer
LUKE ZINTHEFER
Arch Solar
Team


ANGIE KOCHANSKI

JODI DAANE

STANLEY MINNICK

KEITH CONWAY

MICHAEL KAMINSKI

JENNIFER LARSON

DEXTER PEIRCE

SAMANTHA HOWK

KYLE POCKEY

LAURA SCHNEIDER

TYLER WEBER

MIKE GIETMAN

CIERRA NIEMAN

VANESSA GRIMM

LINDSEY HANSEN

NATHAN SUTTER

DENNIS WELLS

RORY BRAUN

DAVE HAKALA

TOM GLOWINSKI

JESSE FIEBELKORN

JUSTIN BINDER

CASEY CALLAHAN

JOSH (JD) DREW

BRANDEN FITZHUGH

ALEC JAKUBOWSKI

SEBASTIAN PICHARDO

DAVID PIPKORN

TJ PUHL

NEIL SCHLESSINGER

Director of Residential Solar for Arch Solar
ANGIE KOCHANSKI
Angie received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Global Studies-Environmental Security from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2008. Shortly thereafter she began her career in the solar industry in 2012 working at a panel manufacturing company for four years until coming to work for Arch Electric in 2016. She takes pride in being a resource for homeowners and businesses as they make a commitment to invest in solar and ensures that they feel confident through each step of the process. She is also one of few nationally to hold a NABCEP PV Technical Sales Certification.
She has a passion for people which shows in her volunteer work. She spent two years in Ameri-corps doing service work that ranged from disaster relief in New Orleans to work with disabled adults in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Back home in Milwaukee, she has volunteered in community gardens, food co-ops, and public schools, and is currently volunteering with a dog rescue organization and serves on the board of Legacy Solar Co-op.
Angieâs favorite part about working for Arch Electric is witnessing the growth of solar and the jobs created for Wisconsinites in renewable energy. She states, âCreating opportunities for more people to be employed in an industry I love is exciting!â
When Angie isnât working, she enjoys traveling, camping, cooking, going on walks with her dog, and occasionally bartending at her husbandâs polka bar, Kochanskiâs Concertina Beer Hall in Milwaukee.
Fun fact about Angie: Â She is on a ladies bowling league that bowls at the oldest sanctioned bowling lanes in US!
Email:angie@archelec.com

Head of Business Operations for Arch Solar
JODI DAANE
Jodi became a part of our Residential Business Operations team in 2020. Jodi handles scheduling and communicating with our install teams and customers. Jodi has a BS in Community Health Education and a Certification in elementary school substitute teaching. Her previous work experience includes Clinic Management in Healthcare, Sales and Marketing in Orthopedic Rehab, HR at Kohler Hospitality, Substitute Teaching, Middle School Office Staff, and Real Estate Office Manager. When Jodi isnât working, she enjoys being with family and friends, playing volleyball, waterskiing/boating, and spending time outside. She also has a passion for her community and currently works for her church teaching Sunday School, leading kids music, coordinating the Kids Hope mission, leading workgroups, and singing. She is excited that by working at Arch she has become a part of world conservation and helping her neighbors work toward energy independence and to work in a field thatâs so in tune with the future!
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Fun fact about Jodi: She was the first person from her high school to ever go to state in gymnastics.Â

Head of Sales Operations for Arch Solar
STANLEY MINNICK

Solar Energy Consultant for Arch Solar
KEITH CONWAY
Keithâs interest in renewable energy technologies and concern for the environment inspired him to earn a B.S. in Sustainable Management from UW-Parkside. Soon after graduating, in 2012, he was given the opportunity to join the Arch Electric Solar team as an energy consultant. Keith has experience utilizing grant programs and Focus on Energy incentives while developing the most economical path for small businesses, churches, schools, farms, and homeowners to lower energy demands, resulting in reduced utility costs. He is proud that his work at Arch Electric helps others save money, as well as benefit the environment. When Keith isnât working, he enjoys playing, watching, and coaching sports and is the head coach of the girlsâ basketball program at Sheboygan North High School. In addition, he loves to travel with family and friends.

Solar Energy Consultant for Arch Solar
MICHAEL KAMINSKI

Residential Solar Energy Consultant for Arch Solar
JENNIFER LARSON
Jennifer joined the residential team with Arch Electric shortly after becoming a NABCEP associate the summer of 2021. Sheâs thrilled to contribute her time and talents to the growth of renewable energy, while also putting her home state Wisconsin on the map as a leader in solar. Jennifer earned a BFA at MIAD, where she honed and continues to cultivate her creative problem solving and entrepreneurial skills. Jennifer also loves to garden, play Super Mario with her kids, camp, knit, paint and draw, and bake.
Fun fact about Jennifer: She and her husband have been attending the MREA energy fairs for fun since 2009.

Solar Energy Consultant for Arch Solar
DEXTER PEIRCE

Lead Solar Project Facilitator for Arch Solar
SAMANTHA HOWK

Solar Project Facilitator for Arch Solar
KYLE POCKEY

Solar Project Facilitator for Arch Solar
LAURA SCHNEIDER

Solar Project Facilitator for Arch Solar
TYLER WEBER

Solar PV Designer for Arch Solar
MIKE GIETMAN

Solar PV Designer
CIERRA NIEMAN

BUSINESS OPERATIONS SUPPORT
VANESSA GRIMM

Residential Business Operations for Arch Solar
LINDSEY HANSEN
Lindsey joined Arch Electric in March 2021 as a Business Operations Specialist in the Residential department. She assists the Business Operations Coordinator with duties ranging from Focus on Energy rebates, warranty submissions, permitting and inspections, invoicing, and accounts payable/receivable, and much more! She enjoys working at Arch Electric and everyone has made her feel right at home. She has an Associateâs Degree in Criminal Justice-Corrections and has most of her credits for a Bachelorâs in Accounting. Her previous work experience includes work in banking and law as a Legal Assistant, Member Services Coordinator, and Financial Account Clerk. She has volunteered at Project Youth and Summerservâ, held a private security permit, and has 6 years of high school Spanish experience. When Lindsey isnât working, she enjoys being a mom and wife, having a Beagle and a Great Dane, riding the 4 wheeler, swimming, biking, skating, scrapbooking, cooking, playing softball, and gardening. She is glad to be part of the Arch Electric family.
Fun fact about Lindsey: She played on an all-girls hockey team for many years and once scored 4 goals in one game. Â Â

Accountant for Arch Solar
NATHAN SUTTER

Foreman & Journeyman Electrician for Arch Solar
DENNIS WELLS
Dennis A Wells II was born on October 8, 1984, and raised in Milwaukee, WI. Dennis was raised by a father who was an LTC in the Army and his mother who was a Human Resource Director came from a family who believes education comes first and pushed Dennis to succeed in his studies. Dennis went on to excel at math and science in school which sparked his interest in electrical engineering. Graduating from Custer HS in 2004, Dennis was accepted into MSOE to pursue his passion for electrical engineering. At that time he chose to pursue other career opportunities such as the trades like carpentry, welding, plumbing, and home improvement he rediscovered his passion for electrical work. After taking time out to raise his daughter Dennis went on to enroll at WCTC to pursue his passion and gain employment with Arch Electric Management where he hopes to continue to work upon completion of graduation. In his free time, Dennis enjoys doing home improvement jobs throughout the city of Milwaukee, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Field Operations Specialist for Arch Solar
RORY BRAUN

Master Electrician for Arch Solar
DAVE HAKALA

Master Electrician for Arch Solar
TOM GLOWINSKI

Electrical Apprentice
JESSE FIEBELKORN

Solar Installer for Arch Solar
JUSTIN BINDER

Solar Installer for Arch Solar
CASEY CALLAHAN

Solar Installer for Arch Solar
JOSH (JD) DREW

Solar Installer for Arch Solar
BRANDEN FITZHUGH

Solar Installer for Arch Solar
ALEC JAKUBOWSKI

Solar Installer for Arch Solar
SEBASTIAN PICHARDO

Solar Installer for Arch Solar
DAVID PIPKORN

Solar Installer for Arch Solar
TJ PUHL

Solar Installer for Arch Solar
NEIL SCHLESSINGER
Arch Solar C&I
Team


RYAN HAKALA

ANDREW HOLMSTROM

JILLIAN ROOKER

ERIK SUMMERS

ERIC LUECKE

JOSE ROMERO

MEMPHIS HAVERSACK

RILEY STROHMENGER

MATT OTZELBERGER

MICHELLE GONZALEZ

BRIAN FANDRY

JJ JENSEN

COLIN LARSEN

NATHAN MELESKI

NATALIE PIERSON

PETER SCHMID

JACK SEIFERT

Head of Technical Operations for Arch Solar C&I
RYAN HAKALA

Commercial and Industrial Solar Energy for Arch Solar C&I
ANDREW HOLMSTROM
Andrew joined Arch Electric in 2020 as a Commercial Solar Energy consultant. Before joining Arch, Andrew worked as a Wind Turbine Tech & Engineer, holding technical degrees in Solar & Wind Energy, as well as his Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification. Andrew is excited to be working at Arch and pursuing his passion for renewable energy while being in a positive & collaborative atmosphere. When Andrew is not working, he enjoys spending time in the great outdoors hiking, camping, and enjoying nature with his family.
Fun Facts about Andrew: He built a solar-powered margarita wagon, has ventured North of the Arctic Circle, and has hiked to the summit of an active volcano!

Head of Business Operations for Arch Solar C&I
JILLIAN ROOKER

Commercial & Industrial Solar Facilitator
ERIK SUMMERS

Field Superintendent for Arch Solar C&I
ERIC LUECKE

Electrician for Arch Solar C&I
JOSE ROMERO

Electrical Apprentice for Arch Solar C&I
MEMPHIS HAVERSACK

Electrical Apprentice for Arch Solar C&I
RILEY STROHMENGER

Electrical Apprentice for Arch Solar C&I
MATT OTZELBERGER

DC Foreman for Arch Solar C&I
MICHELLE GONZALEZ

Solar Installer for Arch Solar C&I
BRIAN FANDRY

Solar Installer for Arch Solar C&I
JJ JENSEN

Solar Installer for Arch Solar C&I
COLIN LARSEN

Solar Installer for Arch Solar C&I
NATHAN MELESKI

Solar Installer for Arch Solar C&I
NATALIE PIERSON

Solar Installer for Arch Solar C&I
PETER SCHMID

Solar Installer for Arch Solar C&I
JACK SEIFERT
Arch Electric
Team


EVAN NORDBY

CODY VAN GINKEL

ALEC WEGGEMAN

BRUCE BARTMESS

CHADD BREIT

MICHAEL MOORE

RAFAEL PARRA

RAMIRO GONZALEZ

TODD HASSELBRING

ANDREW ZINTHEFER

BLAINE NIELSEN

MARKUS CATLIN

ROBBIE VAN GINKEL

TYRONE MOUNGEY

CAMERON BALDWIN

JEREMY BENNINGHOVEN

DAKOTA BURROUGHS

SAMUAL DELLE DONNE JR.

JON ELSNER

JACK FETTERER

CARSON HARTER

PEDRO HERNANDEZ

BRAYDON HOTTENSTEIN

BRENT JOHNSON

JACOB KIBBONS

ZACHARY PLOUT

PHILLIP SCHMIDT

AUSTIN WOOSLEY

Head of Business Operations for Arch Electric
EVAN NORDBY
Evan started his career at Arch in early 2021, He graduated Lakeland University Magna Cum Laude in 2017 with Degrees in Accounting & Business Management. Evan works with our field crews to maintain records of equipment and vehicles as well as balancing accounts & statements. His previous work experience includes roughly 4 years in the cost accounting industry at Feldmann Engineering & Mfg. (Jiffy Ice Drills). Then working for a year as the General manager of a local restaurant before opening his own LLC business. His time at Feldmann included working regularly with E-Commerce and online sales. This experience with E-Commerce led him to open his own business in the E-Commerce field. Evan currently runs and operates 3 separate sales websites under his business, EBN Innovative Marketing LLC.
In his free time, Evan enjoys doing anything outdoors. Camping, swimming, hiking, water sports, frisbee golfing, bicycling & snowboarding in Winter. He also really enjoys watching football games in Fall and spending free time with family and friends.
Evan said that âThe main reason I was drawn to Arch Electric was the feeling like I was making a difference in the world. Solar energy is the future of renewable energy, and I am very excited to be getting into the business at a period of growth and excitement.â
Fun Fact about Evan: He is a huge Minnesota Vikings fan.

Project Manager for Arch Electric
CODY VAN GINKEL

Operations Analyst for Arch Electric
ALEC WEGGEMAN

Solar Installer/Electrician for Arch Electric
BRUCE BARTMESS

Apprentice Electrician & Field Operations
CHADD BREIT

Site Foreman/Electrician for Arch Electric
MICHAEL MOORE

Electrician for Arch Electric
RAFAEL PARRA

Electrician for Arch Electric
RAMIRO GONZALEZ

Mechanical Lead for Arch Electric
TODD HASSELBRING

Solar Installer/Equipment Operator for Arch Electric
ANDREW ZINTHEFER

Equipment Operator for Arch Electric
BLAINE NIELSEN

Equipment Operator for Arch Electric
MARKUS CATLIN

Lead Equipment Operator for Arch Electric
ROBBIE VAN GINKEL

Equipment Operator for Arch Electric
TYRONE MOUNGEY

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
CAMERON BALDWIN

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
JEREMY BENNINGHOVEN

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
DAKOTA BURROUGHS

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
SAMUAL DELLE DONNE JR.

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
JON ELSNER

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
JACK FETTERER

Solar Installer for Arch Solar C&I
CARSON HARTER

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
PEDRO HERNANDEZ

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
BRAYDON HOTTENSTEIN

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
BRENT JOHNSON

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
JACOB KIBBONS

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
ZACHARY PLOUT

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
PHILLIP SCHMIDT

Solar Installer for Arch Electric
AUSTIN WOOSLEY
Arch o&M
Team


TERRY HAMER

ERIC TREMPE

JON KOEPSELL

ERIC LANGUM

MATTHEW SIMONSON

DAN STRANDHOLM

Business Operations
TERRY HAMER

Head of Technical Operations for Arch O&M
ERIC TREMPE

O&M Technician for Arch O&M
JON KOEPSELL

O&M Technician
ERIC LANGUM

Electrical Apprentice / O&M Technician
MATTHEW SIMONSON
