A decade of purpose, growth and impact in clean energy talent This year marks ten years of Piper Maddox, one of LHi Group’s fastest growing specialist brands, built with a clear purpose, to support the global clean energy transition and help protect the future of our planet through exceptional talent solutions.Founded in 2015 by Alex Cohen under the LHi Group, Piper Maddox was created with a belief that recruitment could be more than a commercial service, it could be a platform for positive change. From the outset, the brand committed fully to renewable energy and cleantech, stepping away from fossil fuels entirely and aligning its growth with the industries actively decarbonising the world. Over the past decade, Piper Maddox has become a trusted partner to some of the world’s most innovative clean energy organisations across the US and Europe, helping them build the teams shaping how energy is generated, stored and consumed. Its rapid growth reflects not only market demand, but the strength of its mission, culture and people, proof that purpose-led businesses scale with impact. At its core, Piper Maddox is driven by the belief that recruitment can be a force for good, contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable future, one hire, one partnership and one business at a time. From Vision to Global Brand As the energy sector began shifting towards renewables, it became clear that traditional recruitment models were struggling to keep pace with the urgency of change. The clean energy transition demanded specialist knowledge, speed and long-term thinking, not legacy approaches. Recognising this opportunity, Alex Cohen and LHi Group Founder, Tom Glanfield aligned on a shared ambition to build a recruitment brand dedicated entirely to clean energy and sustainability. Combining entrepreneurial platform, leadership and a strong cultural foundation, Piper Maddox was born as a values-led business designed to create long-term impact. From those early beginnings, the brand has expanded rapidly across Europe and North America, building leadership teams united by a shared purpose to accelerate the energy transition and support companies working to decarbonise the planet. “The success of Piper Maddox reflects what’s possible when purpose, people and platform align. It’s been incredible to watch the brand grow into a true global leader in clean energy and cleantech recruitment.” ~ Alex Cohen, US Brand Leader Specialist Expertise at Scale Today, Piper Maddox is home to more than 80 specialist consultants delivering talent solutions across: Renewable Energy Energy Storage eMobility Clean Fuels Nuclear Power Energy Trading Sustainability Energy Management and Grid Resiliency Sustainable Aviation Operating with a specialist, quality-first mindset, the brand combines deep market expertise, proactive headhunting and extensive global networks to deliver consistently high-quality outcomes for clients operating in highly competitive markets. With offices in New York, Los Angeles, Austin, Miami, London, Bristol, Berlin and Munich, Piper Maddox provides global reach supported by strong local market expertise across North America and Europe, including the UK, DACH, Benelux and Southern Europe. Evolving into a Talent Solutions Partner In line with LHi Group’s wider evolution, Piper Maddox has grown beyond traditional recruitment into a full talent solutions partner, supporting clients at every stage of scale and maturity through: Permanent and contract recruitment Executive search Subscription hiring models Embedded talent solutions Consulting services through Expert Project Solutions (XPS) This integrated approach enables clients to scale efficiently while maintaining quality, consistency and long-term workforce planning. “Over the past decade, Piper Maddox has matured into a true strategic partner for our clients. The next phase is about continuing to innovate and scaling our impact globally.” ~ Tom Clarke, UK & Europe Brand Leader Looking Ahead: Building a Lasting Legacy As Piper Maddox celebrates its ten-year anniversary, the brand continues to play a critical role in supporting the organisations building a cleaner, more resilient energy future. As one of LHi Group’s fastest growing brands, its success reflects the power of aligning commercial performance with meaningful purpose. By supporting companies whose missions centre on decarbonisation, sustainability and innovation, Piper Maddox is helping shape the legacy LHi aims to leave, protecting the future, enabling progress and proving that business can be a force for positive change. Interested in partnering with Piper Maddox?👉 Discover how their talent solutions can support your organisation’s growth by emailing info@pipermaddox.com Thinking about joining the journey?👉 Explore current opportunities across the Piper Maddox brand and become part of a business making real-world impact. Click here!

Last week, some of our Piper Maddox team had the honor of speaking at the WRISE Women in Leadership Breakfast in San Francisco - an event that brings together industry leaders and innovators from across the renewable energy and clean tech sectors. In this conversation, Imogen Simpkin, Ella Slinn, Megan Drake, and Charlotte Fagan reflect on their experience, share insights from their talk, and discuss the evolving role of women in the industry, the importance of collaboration, and how initiatives like Piper Maddox’s iAM Program are helping to empower the next generation of female leaders in energy and sustainability. 1.What was it like speaking at the WRISE Women in Leadership Breakfast in San Francisco? It was an absolute honor to speak at the event and share insights on the emerging trends shaping the Renewable Energy and Clean Tech sectors. Engaging in meaningful discussions with such accomplished and inspiring women across the industry made the experience truly rewarding. 2. What message did you hope to share with attendees during your talk? My goal was to emphasize that while the industry is undergoing significant change, with change comes opportunity. I wanted to provide a transparent perspective on the current market landscape, particularly around new roles and hiring trends within the Renewable Energy and Clean Tech sectors. 3. From your perspective, how have you seen the role of women evolve within the renewable energy and sustainability sectors? Over the past several years, I’ve seen the role of women in the renewable energy and sustainability sectors evolve from being underrepresented voices to becoming key decision-makers and innovators shaping the direction of the industry. There’s been a noticeable increase in women stepping into leadership, technical, and policy roles, driving both inclusion and impact. While there’s still progress to be made, the growing visibility and influence of women are helping to redefine what leadership looks like across the clean energy landscape. 4. What advice would you give to organisations looking to attract and retain more female leaders in the energy space? Attracting and retaining female leaders starts with creating a culture where diverse perspectives are genuinely valued. Organizations should prioritize equitable hiring practices, transparent career pathways, and flexible work models that support balance. Just as importantly, investing in mentorship, leadership development, and visible role models helps women see a long-term future in the industry. Inclusion shouldn’t be an initiative, it should be built into the company’s DNA. This is one of the reasons we launched the iAM Program to provide not only development but also retention opportunities across the board. 5. How does collaboration across the industry, between companies, networks, and individuals, help accelerate progress for women in leadership? Collaboration is essential to creating lasting change. When companies, networks, and individuals share knowledge, opportunities, and best practices, it amplifies visibility and access for women across the sector. Industry-wide partnerships and mentorship networks help break down silos, build confidence, and open doors to leadership pathways that might not exist within a single organization. Collective action is what turns progress into momentum. 6. Why do you think events like the WRISE breakfast are important for empowering women and building community within the sector? Events like the WRISE Breakfast create a valuable space for women to connect, share experiences, and engage in conversations that might not always happen within their own organizations. These opportunities for networking and collaboration foster personal and professional growth, ultimately strengthening both individual careers and the broader clean energy community. 7. What advice would you give to women at earlier stages of their careers who aspire to leadership roles in sustainability and energy? Be curious, build your network, and don’t be afraid to take risks and ask questions. Seek mentors who inspire you and advocate for your growth, but also invest in mentoring others along the way. The energy and sustainability sectors are evolving rapidly—so embrace learning, stay adaptable, and trust that your perspective adds real value. Leadership isn’t a destination; it’s built through consistency, confidence, and connection. 8. Looking ahead, what excites you most about the future of women’s leadership and the role Piper Maddox can play in supporting that? I’m inspired by the growing visibility and influence of women across the energy and sustainability sectors. The pace of industry change is creating new opportunities for leadership at all levels, and I'm excited to see the role that Piper Maddox can play by connecting talent, fostering development, and championing diverse voices. Supporting women to step into these roles through the iAM Program, not only strengthens the industry but also helps shape a more inclusive and innovative future. At Piper Maddox, we’re proud to be part of the conversation driving equity and empowerment in clean energy. Through initiatives like the iAM Program and partnerships with networks such as WRISE, we remain committed to building a future where diverse leadership thrives and innovation knows no boundaries.

At Piper Maddox, we are proud to be part of LHi Group, a global specialist in talent solutions, and even prouder to share that our parent company has just released its first-ever Impact & Sustainability Report, an exciting milestone that reflects our collective commitment to a more sustainable future. A Year of Progress: Sustainability and Social Responsibility in 2024 For those of us working in clean energy and clean tech recruitment, sustainability is more than just a corporate initiative, it’s at the heart of everything we do. That’s why LHi’s 2024 Impact & Sustainability Report is particularly meaningful. It showcases the group’s outstanding achievements across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments, diversity and inclusion efforts, and responsible business growth. Key highlights from the report include: Record-breaking fundraising efforts: LHi Group raised an incredible £26,894 for charitable causes, reinforcing our culture of giving back and driving social impact. Strengthening diversity & inclusion: LHi-IN, our dedicated DEI initiative, expanded to include eight thriving communities, providing a platform for employees to engage, learn, and drive meaningful change. A focus on sustainability: LHi continues to integrate ESG into business decisions, from internal policies to industry partnerships, ensuring we contribute to a cleaner, greener future. Empowering women in leadership: The launch of the Women’s Sales Board marked a major step toward achieving 50/50 gender representation in leadership within five years. Technology-driven impact: AI-powered recruitment solutions enhance our ability to connect top talent with organisations making a difference in clean energy and beyond. What this means for Clean Energy talent solutions For us at Piper Maddox, this report reaffirms our mission: To power the clean energy transition by connecting the best talent with the companies leading the charge. With LHi doubling down on ESG commitments and sustainable recruitment, we are better positioned than ever to support clients and candidates who share our passion for a net-zero future. As we step into 2025, we are excited to align with LHi’s key strategic goals: Expanding sustainable recruitment practices to ensure we place candidates in roles that drive real environmental impact. Enhancing AI-driven hiring solutions to streamline the recruitment process and deliver even greater value to clients and candidates. Growing our presence in high-demand clean energy and clean tech markets, particularly in North America, where investment in renewables and grid transformation is accelerating. Looking Ahead The release of LHi Group’s Impact Report is more than just a reflection on the past, it’s a commitment to the future. At Piper Maddox, we are proud to be part of an organisation that prioritises sustainability, DEI, and responsible business practices. We invite our clients, candidates, and industry partners to explore the full LHi Group Impact & Sustainability Report.

The last time I wrote a post about moving offices was back in September 2020 (three years ago to the day). At that time, with the support of LHi, I made the decision to move from our New York office to Austin to establish our Piper Maddox division. This week, I find myself reflecting on the past three years as our LHi Austin office makes the transition from our shared workspace to our brand-new office in downtown Austin. This new space has the capacity for up to 60 consultants. The saying "blink, and you'll miss it" couldn't be more relevant in this situation. These past three years have been some of the best of my life, but they've flown by. There have been plenty of exhilarating highs and a few rough patches to navigate. All in all, I wouldn't change a thing. When I first moved to Austin, I had a small team of two, and we faced the enormous task of building a market and client base from scratch. The Relocation. My move coincided with the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, making things even more challenging. I'm a determined person, but this experience pushed me far outside my comfort zone and truly tested my resilience. After many long days (and nights), we managed to grow our pipeline of clients and began expanding our team. As things stand now, we have an Energy Storage division led by Lauren Fotta, a Business Development/Delivery team led by Lauren Jones, a Solar team (currently in the process of hiring a manager for this unit), and a Hydrogen/Clean Fuels division led by Oliver Buck. I'm incredibly proud of this team and how far we've come together. I can't wait to see us scale from 12 to 24 people! Piper Maddox experienced impressive growth, with a 53% year-on-year increase in 2022, and we've had an outstanding start to 2023, achieving over 162% of our target. We have strong plans to finish the year on a high note. What I'm even prouder of is what Austin represents within LHi Group across our leadership group and anyone who has visited the office and spent time with us. The feedback has always been that Austin feels like a real family, where everyone cares about each other's successes and offers support during tougher times. Jack Eldridge (our fearless leader), Ross Lewis (Head of Lawrence Harvey), Michael Tobin (Head of Harper Harrison), and I have worked incredibly hard to hire individuals who embody our LHi philosophy of 'family,' and you can genuinely feel it when you spend time here. Our office values. Our office values are incredibly important to us: Empowering, World Class Basics, Passionate, And genuine. We all believe in the simple principle of being good people, working incredibly hard with great customers, going above and beyond to help solve problems, and providing exceptional service. We've also implemented a minimum two-dog policy in the office, which means we have furry friends roaming around at all times. We even have a fish named Piper as a new addition to the family. We plan to add Maddox shortly, but Jack got two male Betta fish, which apparently have a tendency to fight. On a personal note, my life has undergone significant changes in the last three years. I convinced my boyfriend, Anthony, to move from New York to Austin and even pursue a career in recruitment (though not with Piper Maddox, unfortunately). I even managed to teach his English Bulldog to swim, which is no small feat but necessary for survival in the Austin heat. Honestly, I could go on, but I think you get the idea! If the next three years are anything like the last, we are in for one hell of a ride, and I can't wait to see what challenges are thrown at me. I intend to stay outside of my comfort zone. Bring it on.

Piper Maddox, a leading recruitment brand in the clean energy industry, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new office location in Miami, Florida coming soon in October 2023. This expansion marks an exciting milestone for the company as it extends its reach into a thriving market and positions itself for significant growth in the region. Miami, with its proactive approach to renewable energy and a strong commitment to sustainability, presents a prime opportunity for Piper Maddox to further its mission of connecting top talent with leading organizations at the forefront of the clean energy industry. By establishing a physical presence in Miami, Piper Maddox is ready to tap into the incredible opportunities the market has to offer. The company is committed to making a meaningful impact, acting as a catalyst for sustainable change, and driving economic growth. The new office will be more than just a place to find extraordinary talent; it'll be a vibrant hub where we shape partnerships with clean energy companies, governmental organizations, and educational establishments. Together, we aim to drive the clean energy sector to new heights and provide tailored solutions to meet the evolving demands of clients and candidates alike. “Florida is among the top three states in the country for solar power generation and home to over 450 solar companies,” said Alex Cohen, Senior Director at Piper Maddox “It’s also the perfect regional hub to build an even deeper footprint across the entire Southeast, where more and more solar, electric vehicles and battery companies are investing billions in building out R&D and manufacturing facilities in what many are now calling the ‘Battery Belt’”. Cohen adds “Miami is also a vibrant, diverse, and growing city where we feel confident, we can build an amazing team of wonderful humans to help support our clients that are changing the world and have fun while doing it.” Piper Maddox prides itself on its ability to identify and attract top talent, placing highly skilled individuals in key positions within the clean energy industry. With its expansion to Miami, this marks a significant milestone in Piper Maddox's ongoing commitment to expanding its global footprint. With existing offices in several major cities across the globe, this expansion reaffirms the company's dedication to driving positive change on a regional and global scale, supporting the transition to a greener, more sustainable future.

Piper Maddox is excited to announce the release of the Battery Storage Salary Survey. This is the initial year that Piper Maddox has conducted a salary survey for the battery storage community across the USA. The release of our battery storage salary survey marks a significant milestone in understanding the compensation trends and career growth opportunities within this dynamic industry. We invite you to download the survey report today and unlock the valuable insights that will shape the future of your career or organization in battery storage. How did Piper Maddox conduct the Salary Survey? Battery storage leaders were asked to share their views across a wide range of areas including, but not limited to, what attracts battery storage professionals to their organizations, what are the most difficult skill sets to recruit for, and the challenges of recruiting in the battery storage space. This information led Piper Maddox to create a survey focusing on the North American battery storage market where over 350 battery storage professionals located across the USA were surveyed and sourced from Piper Maddox’s professional network. As well as analyzing compensation trends, the research uncovers trends in areas such as, background and working preferences for candidates, insight into organizations' battery storage programs, and some of the key hiring challenges for organizations. 76% of people list an increase in compensation as a major motivator for seeking new opportunities and over 65% of individuals are looking for new job opportunities in 2023. Download our Battery Storage Salary Survey here.