The Talent Current

In this candid episode of The Talent Current , Mindy Prefling and her guest Jade Scheele explore the often unspoken emotional journey after losing a job. They share personal insights, practical strategies, and the importance of cultivating joy and self-awareness through career transitions. Specifically, how this presents itself in the energy sector. Learn more about root/edge job opportunities: ⁠⁠...

Join Mindy as she sits down with Christian Sanchez, former Senior Manager at AES, licensed Professional Engineer, and Clean Energy Leadership Institute Fellow, to explore what it takes for technical professionals to become effective leaders in the energy transition. Christian shares lessons from building and managing engineering teams delivering multi-gigawatts of solar and storage projects, the i...

Join Mindy as she dives deep with Abby Hopper, former CEO of SEIA, exploring leadership, creativity, and the power of community. Discover Abby's journey from law to solar energy and her insights on balancing career and family. Don't miss this inspiring conversation! Conversation hosted by root/edge industry leading staffing and talent firm within the power, energy, renewables and infrastru...

Welcome to the first episode of our exciting mini-series collaboration between root/edge and WRISE! Join us as we dive into the insights from our 2025 Salary and Sentiment Survey, exploring its impact on individuals, hiring managers, and decision-makers in the renewable energy industry. Co-hosted by Mindy from root/edge, alongside WRISE's Executive Director Doseke Akporiaye and Board President...

Unlock the secrets to navigating professional growth in a shifting industry. If you're a leader feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next move—this episode is your game-changer. Mindy Prefling and Megan Craig dive deep into the core challenges women and leaders face amid industry uncertainty, revealing a blueprint for self-led development that revitalizes your purpose, passion, and career...

This episode of The Talent Current features a conversation with Aaron Nichols of Exact Solar on why storytelling matters in clean energy. We explores the limits of data-led messaging, the value of making complex issues personal and how leaders and professionals can communicate with clarity, relevance and impact.

Curiosity, execution, and strong relationships are the cornerstones of success in renewable energy. As Kyle Lockhouse shares: It's not just about the projects, but the people and communities that drive them. Dive into this insightful conversation with Kyle and Mindy Prefling to explore how these elements shape the future of energy and infrastructure.

True DEI means building systems that let people thrive for who they are and what they bring — not how closely they fit a mold. As Doseke Akporiaye puts it: DEI isn’t a policy, it’s about designing systems that value what each person brings to the organization. Catch this powerful conversation with Doseke and Zoe Berkery on The Talent Current.

Mindy sat down with Noelle Paige, VP Project Development at Aspen Power, for the second episode of The Talent Current to talk about what it means to lead in an industry that’s grown at lightning speed. While renewables are often called the “Solar Coaster”—with all the ups, downs, and uncertainty that come with it—it’s also an industry that’s created incredible careers and launched people into lead...

If you’re curious to begin exploring, start here →  The First Edge Audio Series + Pause Guidebook  ( https://the-regenerative-edge.kit.com/fc54dab1e7 ) Practical tools to reconnect with yourself and shift from performance into presence. If you’re ready for support, let’s talk →  Book your free Leadership Realignment Session  ( https://calendly.com/meghan-meghanbcraig/leadership_realignment_session...