Our Team
Scott Hawken
Managing Director
As Managing Director, Scott oversees all development efforts across the nation. This includes, but is not limited to strategy, operations, and execution of projects from prospecting phase all the way to COD. Scott holds an MBA from Troy University and a B.S. in Marketing from Miami University of Ohio. He is also a Veteran of the United States Air Force.
Prior to heading up the Enerfin team, Scott spent almost two decades gaining experience at some of the leading energy development firms in the nation: NextEra Energy, Duke Energy, and Apex Clean Energy. At these companies, Scott gained expertise in project development, business development, and mergers & acquisitions.
When Scott is not leading the Enerfin team, he can be found spending time with his family exploring Charlottesville and its surrounding areas.
Nick Schwager
Senior Transmission Manager
As Senior Transmission Manager, Nick is responsible for overseeing the transmission strategy and implementation for the team. This includes, but is not limited to grid interconnection assessment, LMP pricing, transmission impacts, and tariff review. Nick holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Southern Illinois University. He is also a Veteran of the United States Air Force.
Prior to joining the Enerfin team, Nick had spent the past two decades working in and around the energy industry. He worked for MISO, Dynergy, and Vistra on their transmission and engineering teams. Nick brings a wealth of experience and knowledge about the interconnection process, engineering tools, and ISOs, which aids the team in each phase of the project. When Nick is not running transmission analyses, he can be found relaxing on the beaches of Florida.
Patrick Hedger
Development Manager
As a Development Manager, Patrick is responsible for overseeing all phases of our development projects. This includes, but is not limited to land acquisition, environmental studies, resource studies, market analysis, interconnection, community outreach, and permitting. Patrick holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech and a A.S. in Engineering from Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC). During his undergraduate studies in Blacksburg, Patrick took an interest in rocketry and was on Virginia Tech’s Propulsion Sub Team.
Prior to joining the Enerfin team, Patrick worked at Siemens in their Building Automation and Controls division where he improved efficiency and energy usage for companies all over the Commonwealth. At Siemens, Patrick furthered his technical expertise through conducting mechanical design drawings and utilizing control sensors for programming efforts to optimize operational services. When Patrick is not working on renewable energy development projects, he enjoys swimming, biking, running, and hiking all over the Shenandoah Valley.
Austin Beale
Operations Support & Development Analyst
As Operations Support & Development Analyst, Austin is responsible for managing the office and supporting development efforts. This includes but is not limited to project/office schedules and budgets, market and policy research, prospecting screening, and marketing materials. Austin holds a B.A. in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia. At UVA, Austin also received a Business Fundamentals Certificate from the McIntire Business Institute.
Prior to joining the Enerfin team, Austin worked at Turner Group, a Charlottesville-based commercial real estate development firm. While at Turner, Austin furthered his sales and marketing skills by honing the forward-facing voice and messaging of the firm to increase client engagement. When Austin is not assisting the Enerfin development team in their endeavors, he can be found playing soccer in a local recreational league.
Jade Cessna
Associate Development Manager
As an Associate Development Manager, Jade is responsible for overseeing all phases of our development projects. This includes, but is not limited to land acquisition, environmental studies, resource studies, market analysis, interconnection, community outreach, and permitting. Jade holds a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies and a B.A. in Sustainability from Miami University of Ohio.
At Miami University she received Miami’s President’s Distinguished Service Award and the Senior Leadership Service Award. During her undergraduate studies, Jade served on the Miami University Sustainability Committee and the Dean of Students’ Advisory Board.
When Jade is not working on developing renewable energy projects, she enjoys listening to several different podcasts and has even begun her own with a friend.