Our Team

Executive Director

Born in Trujillo, Peru. Gandhi is a licensed social and cultural anthropologist in Peru and has an Anthropology degree from Universidad Nacional de Trujillo and participated in the Study of U.S. Institutes at the University of Arizona. He joined the WindAid team in 2018 as head of the Community Development Projects department. In 2021, Gandhi became the Executive Director and enjoys connecting international participants, partners, and the local communities of Peru. 

Co-Founder & Workshop Director

Born and raised in Trujillo, Peru, Señor Abel co-founded WindAid in 2006 with Michael. Curiosity about the functionality of wind turbines drew him to the job. Getting things done well and experimenting on new processes is what he likes to do the most. Previously, Señor Abel worked as an educator in Trujillo, Peru.

Co-Founder & Board Member

Michael has over 40 years of experience in the energy and technology sectors in the United States. In 2006, WindAid was born from what began as his personal project to bring electricity to a remote indigenous school in the Andes, and has now become a system that is utilized by more than 30 organizations around the world to fight energy poverty.

Deputy Executive Director

Based in the United States, Jennifer joined WindAid in 2023 with over 10 years of experience as an energy professional. Originally joining as a volunteer, Jennifer has expanded her responsibilities to that of Deputy Executive Director. Jennifer has a B.S. in Business Administration from Drexel University and is pursuing a M.S. in Sustainable Engineering at Villanova University.

Workshop Manager

After working as a physicist and high school educator for many years., Daniel joined the WindAid team in 2024 as a Workshop Manager guiding participants in constructing wind turbines. Daniel has a Bachelors and Masters in Physics, and is pursuing a degree in Mechanical Electrical Engineering at the Universidad Nacional de Trujillo. He is a lifetime learner and enjoys working with students who are as impassioned as he is about science, technology, and engineering.

Chair of Board of Directors

Based in Peru, Helga joined WindAid in 2017 as a nonprofit manager. Her experience as a certified account with over 10 years of experience, has helped WindAid. take off as an international nonprofit.

Board Member & Secretary

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