Leadership Team

Endeavour is on a mission to bring disruptive innovation to global infrastructure. We’re partnering with cloud companies and heavy industries to prove that rapid growth and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand—and can drive a large-scale shift to a low-carbon economy.

Our family of companies was founded by industry veteran Jakob Carnemark and is led by a group of experts who believe that  infrastructure can catalyze sustainable development around the world.

The future is being built now, let’s build it better.

Endeavour Business Operations

Jake Carnemark
Chief Executive Officer/Founder, Endeavour
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakob-carnemark-b93b079/
Jakob is the founder and CEO of Endeavour, a sustainable infrastructure company building a global network of zero-carbon data centers, microgrids, and EV charging facilities. A seasoned entrepreneur, Jake founded Skanska Mission Critical in 2001 and later launched Aligned Energy, which grew into a multi-billion-dollar company. In 2019, he established Endeavour to scale decentralized technologies that provide clean energy and water access worldwide.
Leila Marrash
Chief of Staff
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-a-marrash-4117ab28/
Leila brings a systems-thinking approach to challenges, leveraging her broad skill set and passion for empowering people. Her C-Suite understanding enables her to translate strategic vision into actionable plans. She collaborates with business operations to implement essential processes and with marketing to align messaging. Leila contributes to employee engagement, company culture, and strategic development. She sees Endeavour as a leader in reshaping global consumption patterns, an evolution she's excited to be part of.
Steve Bollerman
Chief Financial Officer
Steve is a CPA with 40 years of expertise in accounting, finance, and real estate, including Big 4 public accounting experience and leadership roles as Controller and CFO for multiple privately held real estate firms. He also managed the family office for a prominent real estate family and served as the founding CFO for both Aligned Energy and Endeavour. Steve is at Endeavour to help scale the team and refine processes, ensuring the company is well-positioned to meet the demands of its rapid growth.
Brian Dougherty
Chief Marketing Officer
Brian is a designer dedicated to scaling sustainable solutions. He oversees marketing, brand strategy, and visual communications across Endeavour, collaborating closely with scientists and engineers. With over 25 years of experience, he has advised Fortune 500 companies, clean tech firms, and nonprofits on expanding their reach and impact. Before Endeavour, Brian co-founded Celery Design Collaborative, advised the Biomimicry Institute, authored Green Graphic Design, and frequently spoke on design as a force for positive change.
Lara Landmesser
Senior Director of Human Resources
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolechnowicz/
Lara is a seasoned HR professional with over a decade of experience driving strategic human resources initiatives. At Citi, she held global HR Advisor roles for technology and front-office businesses, along with specialized positions in Learning & Development and Campus Programs. Recognized for her expertise in performance management, organizational effectiveness, and diversity, Lara now serves as Sr. Director of Human Resources at Endeavour, partnering with senior leadership to design HR programs that align with and advance business objectives.
Tarek Soubra
Senior Director of Corporate Development
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tareksoubra/
Tarek oversees infrastructure, energy, and real estate initiatives, with a focus on sustainable data center development. A skilled strategist in capital partnerships and complex transactions, he structures flexible, tailored solutions to meet diverse needs. As Sr. Director of Investments, Tarek establishes and scales global platforms, driving strategic growth and delivering innovative, scalable solutions.
Christian Blomdahl
Director of Operational Excellence
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianblomdahl/
Christian is a strategic leader with a proven track record in construction management and lean practices. As Director of the Operational Excellence Program (OEP), he drives strategic initiatives to enable companies across the Endeavour ecosystem achieve their business goals. By implementing and scaling processes, technologies, and software, Christian aligns technical and operational teams to deliver rapid progress and impactful results.
Jacob Wintheiser
Director of Information Technology
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-wintheiser-02a1bb1b6/
Jacob is a dynamic IT leader with expertise in cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and enterprise IT operations. As Director of Information Technology at Endeavour, he drives IT strategy, empowers support teams, and ensures seamless operations across Microsoft 365 and SaaS environments. With a strong track record in compliance, security, and IT support, Jacob plays a pivotal role in strengthening Endeavour’s security posture while optimizing support services. His deep knowledge of cloud technologies, infrastructure management, and security best practices fosters efficiency, resilience, and innovation across the organization.
Elda Bruza
Director of Program Management and Operational Excellence at Edged & EWIT President
https://www.linkedin.com/in/elda-bruza-6bb9374b/
Elda is a seasoned program manager with over 20 years of experience in the data center industry. She expertly manages platforms across land acquisition, procurement and operations, ensuring budgets and design adjustments are handled with precision. Recognized for her strategic vision, leadership, and technical expertise, she drives seamless collaboration with clients and partners while ensuring alignment with internal objectives. Passionate about sustainability, Elda is dedicated to developing smart data centers that generate clean power and water, driving positive transformation in communities worldwide.

Edged Data Center Platform

Edged Infrastructure

Bryant Farland
Chief Executive Officer, Edged (North America)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryant-farland-7a7065a/
Bryant is a senior executive with more than two decades of experience in the critical infrastructure industry. As CEO of Edged Data Centers, Bryant oversees the rapid North American rollout of the Edged sustainable data center platform and its supporting technologies. Bryant is a proven leader with experience across the full project lifecycle, from design to delivery to successful operations.
Laurence Potter
Director of Platform Delivery, Edged (EMEA)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurence-potter-293a7746/
Laurence Potter is a data center construction expert with nearly 40 years of experience. At Edged, he oversees construction, ensuring safety, quality, and cost efficiency. He manages design, collaborates with partners, and builds self-sustaining teams. Known for meticulous problem-solving, Laurence seeks optimal solutions. He envisions a sustainable future for data, power, and water systems, aiming to create repeatable infrastructure blueprints that leave a lasting legacy for generations.
Chris Ellis
Chief Executive Officer, Edged Infrastructure
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-ellis-2b3b5036/
Chris leads the commercial development and global rollout of Endeavour’s solutions through its Edged Infrastructure division. Prior to his current role as CEO of Edged Infrastructure, Chris served as COO at PowerSecure, the U.S. market leader in distributed power and microgrid systems. Chris began his career in the U.S. Marine Corps, later transitioning to the commercial sector with Caterpillar. Passionate about grid resiliency and sustainability, he is dedicated to advancing microgrid innovation and deployment worldwide.

Edged Data Center Platform

Bryant Farland
Chief Executive Officer, Edged (North America)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryant-farland-7a7065a/
Bryant is a senior executive with more than two decades of experience in the critical infrastructure industry. As CEO of Edged Data Centers, Bryant oversees the rapid North American rollout of the Edged sustainable data center platform and its supporting technologies. Bryant is a proven leader with experience across the full project lifecycle, from design to delivery to successful operations.
Laurence Potter
Director of Platform Delivery, Edged (EMEA)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurence-potter-293a7746/
Laurence Potter is a data center construction expert with nearly 40 years of experience. At Edged, he oversees construction, ensuring safety, quality, and cost efficiency. He manages design, collaborates with partners, and builds self-sustaining teams. Known for meticulous problem-solving, Laurence seeks optimal solutions. He envisions a sustainable future for data, power, and water systems, aiming to create repeatable infrastructure blueprints that leave a lasting legacy for generations.

Edged Infrastructure

Chris Ellis
Chief Executive Officer, Edged Infrastructure
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-ellis-2b3b5036/
Chris leads the commercial development and global rollout of Endeavour’s solutions through its Edged Infrastructure division. Prior to his current role as CEO of Edged Infrastructure, Chris served as COO at PowerSecure, the U.S. market leader in distributed power and microgrid systems. Chris began his career in the U.S. Marine Corps, later transitioning to the commercial sector with Caterpillar. Passionate about grid resiliency and sustainability, he is dedicated to advancing microgrid innovation and deployment worldwide.

Endeavour  Technology Platform

John Costakis
Chief Executive Officer, ThermalWorks
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-costakis-46b72a52/
John brings over 30 years of expertise in cooling systems, particularly for data centers. As CEO of ThermalWorks, he leads teams in designing, developing, and deploying innovative cooling solutions. Known for his problem-solving skills and attention to detail, John ensures seamless collaboration across all project phases. His vision is to equip Endeavour’s data centers with ThermalWorks products, driving industry innovation and environmental progress.
Jennifer Lobdell
Chief Operating Officer, ThermalWorks
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-lobdell-5b74404a/
Jennifer is the Chief Operating Officer for ThermalWorks, leveraging her expertise in compliance, quality control, and supply chain management to ensure seamless operations. With a passion for data and meticulous attention to detail, she manages budgets, schedules, and supplier communications while navigating regulatory requirements. Jennifer thrives on the dynamic challenges of manufacturing critical cooling equipment for data centers, finding purpose in leading a motivated team to tackle complex projects with efficiency and adaptability.
Ming Zhang
Chief Innovation Officer, ThermalWorks
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ming-zhang-a1596636/
Ming is a leading innovator in heat transfer and cooling systems, with decades of experience solving complex engineering challenges. As Chief Innovation Officer at ThermalWorks, he drives the development of cutting-edge cooling solutions for Endeavour’s state-of-the-art data centers, from design and prototyping to manufacturing. Passionate about disruptive technologies, Ming explores new ways to reduce energy use, lower carbon footprints, and create value across industries.
Juzer Jangbarwala
Chief Executive Officer, Voltek | Chief Technology Officer, Pact
https://www.linkedin.com/in/juzer-jangbarwala-77b8b78/
Juzer is a renowned chemical process expert and entrepreneur specializing in waste-to-fuels, catalysis, water treatment, and nanomaterials. With multiple patents and founded companies, he has authored numerous industry articles and delivered keynote speeches at conferences. As CTO, he leads innovative solutions for water and waste-to-energy systems, combining technical feasibility with economic viability. His team of experts develop prototypes for commercialization, achieving breakthroughs like converting cow manure and plastic waste into fuels, zero-discharge wastewater systems, and patented nanomaterials.
Mickael Mauger
Director of Engineering, GridBlock
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickael-mauger-2aa27658/
Mickael is an accomplished electrical and computer engineer specializing in power electronics. At Georgia Tech, he developed the first multiport energy router using Soft-Switching Solid-State Transformer technology. At Endeavour, he leads GridBlock’s development, a modular power infrastructure for EV charging and distributed generation. Mickael designs power electronics, manages software, and guides a team to bring GridBlock to market. He envisions a future where this modular energy router supports the grid, renewables, data centers, and more, creating scalable solutions across industries.
Shreyas Kulkarni
Director of Engineering & Technology, GigaGrid
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreyasbkulkarni/
Shreyas is a results-driven Engineering Director specializing in hardware electronics, system design, and product development. He co-founded and leads GigaGrid, an Endeavour company, overseeing the product, engineering, manufacturing ramp up, and business development. During his doctoral research at Georgia Tech, he developed the “GAMMA” grid monitoring platform, the foundation for Endeavour’s GigaGrid Technology. Prior to that, he led the team behind India’s first passively stabilized communication cube-satellite. Shreyas holds multiple patents in sensors, robotics, and energy management systems.

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A veteran entrepreneur and builder in the data center industry, Jake focuses on new approaches to improve infrastructure deployment for IT and sustainable energy. Jake has over 30 years of experience building and operating data centers and mission critical infrastructure for companies such as Skanska, IBM, Telus, Goldman Sacs and other industry leaders. As Founder and CEO of Endeavour, Jake is overseeing the rollout of a new generation of grid-interactive edge infrastructure.