About Alpha Omega Power
Learn about our mission, history, and commitment to a sustainable energy future.
Mission Statement
With the energy transition upon us, AOP uniquely understands the problems facing our evolving power grid. We are proactively seeking solutions through the development, construction, and operation of our utility-scale battery storage projects.
Storage can help resolve the intermittency challenges of renewable resources - by better matching load to generation, our projects provide the needed flexibility to meet the growing energy needs of consumers.
Our projects provide increased reliability – serving as a built-in shock absorber for the power grid. Storage is absolutely necessary for our clean future and we are committed to its deployment and oversight throughout the project life, from inception to retirement, from Alpha to Omega.
What we do
At Alpha Omega Power, we develop, construct, and operate utility-scale battery storage projects. Our solutions enhance grid reliability, support renewable energy integration, and contribute to a cleaner, sustainable energy future.
Who we are
At Alpha Omega Power, we are passionate innovators focused on utility-scale battery storage, enhancing grid reliability and supporting renewable energy integration to drive a sustainable energy future.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Our team at Alpha Omega Power includes skilled professionals and industry experts. We focus on innovation and excellence in renewable energy, aiming to create a sustainable future.
Paul is the CEO of Alpha Omega Power LLC, a Houston based developer and IPP of grid scale, stand-alone energy storage projects in North America backed by Fengate Capital Management. Prior to starting AOP, Paul was EVP and Head of Origination for Broad Reach Power. He has 30 years of experience in the power and commodity markets and worked in leadership positions at Swiss Re, Merrill Lynch, Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse, Constellation, and Enron. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan with a BBA in Finance.
Kara leads the corporate finance, accounting, and compliance efforts at Alpha Omega Power. Prior battery experience includes serving as the Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis at Broad Reach Power, where she built out the accounting, planning and reporting functions. She also served as the Controller at GlidePath Power Solutions. Kara began her career at Ernst and Young, working first as an auditor before moving into transaction and structuring consulting under financial accounting advisory. Kara is a licensed CPA in the state of Texas.
Guillaume Dufay, pronounced "ghee-yom," is a cofounder of Alpha Omega Power. He leads project management activities from the early stages of development through construction and asset operations. Guillaume holds an Engineering Master's degree and is a certified Project Management Professional. He has developed and deployed gigawatts of batteries across North America since the early days of lithium-ion energy storage. Prior to starting Alpha Omega Power, Guillaume held various project management and engineering roles with leaders in energy transition, such as Broad Reach Power (now Engie) and Akuo Energy, as well as in oil and gas technology companies.
Michael leads corporate development, acquisitions, and project underwriting at Alpha Omega Power. Prior to AOP, Michael worked in similar functions as Vice President, Finance at Broad Reach Power. Before his career in renewable power development, Michael focused on energy private equity investments as a Vice President at NGP Energy Capital Management. He previously held positions at Lime Rock Partners and Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co.
Paul Choi
Prior to founding Alpha Omega Power, Paul was Executive VP and Head of Origination for Broad Reach Power. He has almost 30 years of experience working with institutional clients to structure transactions in the power and commodity markets. Paul is passionate about partnering with clients and other stakeholders to help solve problems in the power sector. During his career he has held leadership positions at Swiss Re, Merrill Lynch, Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse, Constellation, and Enron. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan with a BBA in Finance.
Kara King
Kara leads the corporate finance, accounting, and compliance efforts at Alpha Omega Power. Prior battery experience includes serving as the Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis at Broad Reach Power, where she built out the accounting, planning and reporting functions. She also served as the Controller at GlidePath Power Solutions. Kara began her career at Ernst and Young, working first as an auditor before moving into transaction and structuring consulting under financial accounting advisory. Kara is a licensed CPA in the state of Texas.
Guillaume Dufay
Guillaume Dufay, pronounced "ghee-yom," is a cofounder of Alpha Omega Power. He leads project management activities from the early stages of development through construction and asset operations. Guillaume holds an Engineering Master's degree and is a certified Project Management Professional. He has developed and deployed gigawatts of batteries across North America since the early days of lithium-ion energy storage. Prior to starting Alpha Omega Power, Guillaume held various project management and engineering roles with leaders in energy transition, such as Broad Reach Power (now Engie) and Akuo Energy, as well as in oil and gas technology companies.
Michael Henson
Michael leads corporate development, acquisitions, and project underwriting at Alpha Omega Power. Prior to AOP, Michael worked in similar functions as Vice President, Finance at Broad Reach Power. Before his career in renewable power development, Michael focused on energy private equity investments as a Vice President at NGP Energy Capital Management. He previously held positions at Lime Rock Partners and Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co.
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Mike recently retired from Citigroup in June 2021 where he served as CEO of Citigroup Energy Canada ULC and President of Citigroup Energy Inc. He also served on the Board of Directors for three of Citigroup’s subsidiaries where Citigroup’s North American Commodities businesses were held. He served as Regional Head of Commodities for the Americas where he ran the Houston and New York offices with 300+ employees from 2018-2021. As part of this role he ran trading for the North American natural gas, power and emissions businesses (NAPG).
The trading business provided market making and supported Citi’s considerable client business by leveraging its capabilities to provide risk management, manage illiquid risk, and provide credit and capital solutions for clients. All this was managed in a stringent risk management framework to achieve Citigroup Commodities ~$1B net revenue budget. NAPG’s business was recognized by Energy Risk Magazine winning multiple Electricity, Derivative and Deal of the Year awards for North America. Prior to this role Mike led Citigroup’s North American Commodities Structured Products and Sales businesses.
Previous to Citigroup, Mike was a Managing Director at UBS where he ran the Americas Commodities Sales business. Prior to joining UBS, he was a Director for Enron Capital & Trade where he led various power, gas and emissions groups throughout the US and traded natural gas for an affiliate of NiSource where he started his career as an engineer. Mike has an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg Graduate School of Business and a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. At Notre Dame he was a four-year letter winner and one of the captains of the Division I ice hockey team.
Steve Buraczyk is a former electric utility executive with 29 years of experience in the industry. He retired from El Paso Electric Company (EPE) in 2022 as the Senior Vice President of Operations. In that capacity, he led all facets of operations and resource planning for the company, including Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, System Operations, and Power Marketing & Fuels.
In his 29-year career, Mr. Buraczyk has served in various capacities, including Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, Vice President of Power Marketing & Fuels, and Vice President of System Operations and Planning. Under his leadership, EPE has added a new green-field 352 MW dual fuel power plant and contracted for and received regulatory approvals to add 270 MW of solar, 50 MW of battery storage, and a 228 MW gas turbine.
Kevin McGowan is a seasoned executive in the global energy commodities sector, with over 25 years of experience in banking, utilities, and hedge funds. He specializes in turning around distressed businesses and managing multi-million-dollar energy portfolios, including power, gas, coal, and environmental products. Kevin is known for his strategic insights, effective negotiation skills, and ability to develop and implement successful business strategies.
Throughout his career, Kevin has held senior roles at major firms like JP Morgan, Bear Energy, Saracen Energy, and American Electric Power. He is particularly noted for transforming JP Morgan’s coal business from a significant loss to profitability and leading its EMEA Gas, Power, Emissions & Global Coal trading. Starting his career at Enron, Kevin quickly advanced to lead North American coal trading. He holds an MBA from The Wharton School of Business and a BS in Civil Engineering from Rutgers University and is based in Houston, TX.
Mike Curry
Mike recently retired from Citigroup in June 2021 where he served as CEO of Citigroup Energy Canada ULC and President of Citigroup Energy Inc. He also served on the Board of Directors for three of Citigroup’s subsidiaries where Citigroup’s North American Commodities businesses
were held. He served as Regional Head of Commodities for the Americas where he ran the Houston and New York offices with 300+ employees from 2018-2021. As part of this role he ran trading for the North American natural gas, power and emissions businesses (NAPG). The
trading business provided market making and supported Citi’s considerable client business by leveraging its capabilities to provide risk management, manage illiquid risk, and provide credit and capital solutions for clients. All this was managed in a stringent risk management
framework to achieve Citigroup Commodities ~$1B net revenue budget. NAPG’s business was recognized by Energy Risk Magazine winning multiple Electricity, Derivative and Deal of the Year awards for North America. Prior to this role Mike led Citigroup’s North American Commodities Structured Products and Sales businesses.
Previous to Citigroup, Mike was a Managing Director at UBS where he ran the Americas Commodities Sales business. Prior to joining UBS, he was a Director for Enron Capital & Trade where he led various power, gas and emissions groups throughout the US and traded natural
gas for an affiliate of NiSource where he started his career as an engineer. Mike has an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg Graduate School of Business and a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. At Notre Dame he was a four-year
letter winner and one of the captains of the Division I ice hockey team.
Steve Buraczyk
Steve Buraczyk is a former electric utility executive with 29 years of experience in the industry. He retired from El Paso Electric Company (EPE) in 2022 as the Senior Vice President of Operations. In that capacity, he led all facets of operations and resource planning for the company, including Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, System Operations, and Power Marketing & Fuels. In his 29-year career, Mr. Buraczyk has served in various capacities, including Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, Vice President of Power Marketing & Fuels, and Vice President of System Operations and Planning. Under his leadership, EPE has added a new green-field 352 MW dual fuel power plant and contracted for and received regulatory approvals to add 270 MW of solar, 50 MW of battery storage, and a 228 MW gas turbine.
Kevin McGowan
Kevin McGowan is a seasoned executive in the global energy commodities sector, with over 25 years of experience in banking, utilities, and hedge funds. He specializes in turning around distressed businesses and managing multi-million-dollar energy portfolios, including power, gas, coal, and environmental products. Kevin is known for his strategic insights, effective negotiation skills, and ability to develop and implement successful business strategies.
Throughout his career, Kevin has held senior roles at major firms like JP Morgan, Bear Energy, Saracen Energy, and American Electric Power. He is particularly noted for transforming JP Morgan’s coal business from a significant loss to profitability and leading its EMEA Gas, Power, Emissions & Global Coal trading. Starting his career at Enron, Kevin quickly advanced to lead North American coal trading. He holds an MBA from The Wharton School of Business and a BS in Civil Engineering from Rutgers University and is based in Houston, TX.
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