Mid-Atlantic Staff

Bambi grew up in the Washington, DC area. She holds a B.S. in Architecture from the University of Virginia, a Masters in Real Estate Development from the University of Maryland in College Park, and is a LEED Accredited Professional. In her career she has worked as a green builder, designer, and consultant for a number of private and non-profit developers, building owners, and design/engineering/contracting firms throughout the US and internationally. Bambi enjoys cooking, eating, hiking, traveling, reading, teaching, humming, building things, and spending time with her family. She believes in trying anything, especially unique foods, at least once!

Mike, a solar Renaissance man, grew up in Ward 8 of Southeast D.C. He graduated from the Solar Works DC program in 2017, beginning his career in the solar industry. Before moving into his current role, he worked as a solar installation supervisor (SIS) at GRID Mid-Atlantic and an installer at New Columbia Solar. As a workforce training supervisor, Mike will train Solar Works DC trainees on how solar works, the fundamentals of installing solar, and how to make it in the solar industry. Outside of work, Mike is a talented tattoo artist and basketball player.

Malaysia, who is from Washington D.C., began working at GRID Mid-Atlantic after a family member told her about the organization. As a Community Engagement Coordinator, Malaysia communicates with clients about GRID’s no-cost solar program, how solar works, and how to apply to have solar installed. She also keeps clients informed throughout the installation process by answering questions and providing regular updates. She loves working at GRID because it allows her to give back to the community she came from. Outside of work, she enjoys watching movies and baking with her children and her family.

Ian brings six years of experience in the solar industry to GRID Mid-Atlantic's construction team. He previously worked at Vivint Solar, where he was responsible for planning, coordinating, and installing solar energy systems. Prior to Vivint, Ian worked as a security officer and warehouse technician. He is originally from Maryland.

Javante' is a solar veteran, having worked in the industry since 2014. He has experience as a solar installer, electrician, crew leader, and foreman. Before working in solar, Javante' built his skillset as a skilled apprentice and as a roofer. He is from Maryland.

Born and raised in DC, Michael entered the solar industry when he joined the fall 2020 Solar Works DC cohort. Even during the height of the pandemic, he gained valuable work experience through the program's virtual training courses that prepared him for a career in solar. As a trainee, his passion for clean energy and being a positive force in the community stood out, and he joined the GRID team in 2022. Michael spends much of his time outside work with his six children, and he enjoys playing sports and reading about history.

Khalede Deye leads GRID Mid-Atlantic’s residential solar design efforts. A native of the northwestern African nation of Mauritania, Khalede gravitated to solar power because it can provide everyone in the world access to clean energy. He earned a Bachelor’s of Science in physics and a Master’s degree in concentrated solar power from Cadi Ayyad University in Marrakesh, Morocco. He is excited to support GRID’s mission to promote environmental justice in underserved communities. Outside of work, Khalede enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, and playing soccer and tennis.