Industry & Services >> CEO Interviews >> January 23, 2015

Interview with the Co-Chief Executive Officers: American DG Energy Inc. (ADGE)

Dr. John N. Hatsopoulos is Co-Chief Executive Officer of American DG Energy Inc. He is also Chairman of the board of GlenRose Instruments Inc. and Chief Executive Officer of Tecogen Inc. Dr. Hatsopoulos was the President, Chief Financial Officer and Vice Chairman of the board of Thermo Electron Corporation, which is now Thermo Fisher Scientific (NYSE: TMO). He is a member of the board of directors of TEI Biosciences Inc. and Ilios Inc., and a former “member of the corporation” for Northeastern University. Dr. Hatsopoulos graduated from Athens College in Greece, and holds a bachelor’s degree in history and mathematics from Northeastern University as well as honorary doctorates in business administration from Boston College and Northeastern University.     Profile
Benjamin Locke is Co-Chief Executive Officer of American DG Energy Inc. He is also Co-Chief Executive Officer of Tecogen. Prior to joining American DG Energy, Mr. Locke served as the General Manager for Tecogen, and was instrumental in increased sales, new business development and overall execution of corporate growth strategy. Prior to joining Tecogen, Mr. Locke held the position of Director of Business Development at Metabolix, and was responsible for partnerships, joint ventures and acquisitions in the clean energy arena.     Profile
TWST: Mr. Locke, since you’re new to your role as Co-CEO, can you tell us a bit about your professional background and any specific goals that you have in your new role?

Mr. Locke: