XEROGRID - Key Persons


Chris Sparkes

Job Titles:
  • Project Manager
Chris changed from a career in Science teaching back in 2021 to begin afresh in the solar industry, due to a long-fostered passion for renewables and climate change mitigation. He is responsible for coordinating projects to ensure they achieve the best outcomes for all our clients. He is a full member of the Renewable Energy Institute and is currently studying Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Outside of work, you might catch him learning Mandarin, playing drums or adventuring in his self-build campervan.

David Groom

Job Titles:
  • Logistics Manager
David is responsible for procurement, stock management and shipments. It's safe to say that he runs a tight ship! Ordering from us gives you peace of mind that he has checked every single bolt and cable to ensure that your project will go as smoothly as possible. If he's not packing up solar panels or counting stock, he'll be shooting round Leeds on his bike or working hard at the gym.

Grace Thomas

Job Titles:
  • Accounts
Grace is in charge of handling our payments and accounts and ensures every invoice and payment is absolutely perfect. She is a recent convert to solar energy herself, with an amazing ground-mounted system at her beautiful self-converted church home.

Ian Emberton

Job Titles:
  • Director
  • Managing Director & Sales
  • Managing Director, Techincal Director & Sales

Josh Williams

Job Titles:
  • Solar Technician
Josh is a self-professed solar nerd who is passionate about all things electrical. He is well-qualified, with a Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations, as well as an HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. If he's not tinkering with an inverter or wind turbine, you'll catch him learning to code or moshing at a local punk gig.