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SMA Australia appoints Tallaesen Fleming as VP of Large Scale & Project Solutions
Wed, 19th Jul 2023

SMA Australia, the acclaimed manufacturer of premium solar and battery inverter solutions, has proudly announced the appointment of Tallaesen Fleming as the Vice President of Large Scale and Project Solutions. A Chartered Professional Engineer with an exceptional 20-year track record in the construction industry, Tallaesen brings his passion for renewables to this new role.

"Tallaesen is a highly accomplished professional with an inclusive leadership style that challenges teams to excel," states SMA Australia's Managing Director, Doris Spielthenner. "We are thrilled to welcome Tallaesen to our management team. He is the ideal candidate to continue to drive our large-scale business forward."

In his new capacity, Tallaesen will champion growth and strategic partnerships within the large-scale segment. "Innovations from SMA have shaped the success of the energy transition for over 40 years,” says Tallaesen. “I look forward to being part of SMA’s journey to make renewable energy accessible to everyone.”

SMA Australia also announced the promotion of Josh Birmingham, the previous Vice President of Large Scale and Project Solutions, to the role of Senior Vice President of Sales and Markets globally. Birmingham, whose leadership and extensive experience in the solar industry have been praised, will now be responsible for SMA Solar Technology's sales and market expansion worldwide.

“I am thrilled to start working with the wider global SMA community, taking the experience I’ve acquired within the Australian team and applying it to an international context,” expresses Birmingham.

Doris Spielthenner adds, "Whether it’s in the home, across the commercial sector or supporting large-scale and industrial projects, SMA continues to support the planet’s race to net zero. These strategic appointments reinforce SMA's commitment to becoming a global leader in the renewable energy sector. With a focus on urgent topics within the industry including grid-forming and cybersecurity, SMA Australia is committed to delivering innovative solutions that enable a brighter and more sustainable future for all.”