staff
The Energy Co-op Staff
The Energy Co-op staff is a dedicated, expert team of individuals that run the day-to-day operations and carry out The Energy Co-op’s mission. Learn more about each team member below and don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Hillary Bedeian
Development and Partnerships Director
Hillary Bedeian
Development and Partnerships Director
Hillary joined The Energy Co-op in August 2020 as the Office Manager, and now serves as the Operations Manager. She works to maintain and enhance The Energy Co-op’s internal infrastructures, and ensures the efficiency of the organization’s operations. Prior to joining The Energy Co-op, Hillary worked in arts and science education, and in the software industry. Hillary joined The Energy Co-op to work with a team of talented, like-minded individuals to expand the reach of renewable energy in Pennsylvania.
Hillary completed their B.A. in Program in the Environment at the University of Michigan in 2014. They enjoy hiking and camping near bodies of water and maintain a textile arts practice focused on using reclaimed and repurposed materials.
Hillary uses she/her/they/them pronouns.
- Phone:(215) 413-2122 x170
- Email:hillary@theenergy.coop
Rachel Gass
Membership Coordinator
Rachel Gass
Membership Coordinator
Rachel joined The Energy Co-op in December 2024 as our Membership Coordinator. Rachel supports and grows the Energy Co-op’s membership base, helping strengthen our community of member-owners.
Before joining the team, Rachel worked in member services for a community-supported fishery and in environmental education, where they deepened their passion for connecting with people and the environment.
Outside of work, Rachel enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, and playing with their 2-year-old pitbull, Brownie.
Rachel uses they/them pronouns.
- Phone:(215) 413-2122 x230
- Email:rachel@theenergy.coop
Divya Desai
Executive Director
Divya Desai
Executive Director
Divya joined The Energy Co-op in December 2016 as the Membership and Data Manager, and now serves as the Executive Director. She leads The Energy Co-op’s staff and vision, ensuring that we continue to serve our membership, progress towards our mission, and strive towards a clean energy future. Prior to joining The Energy Co-op, Divya worked in the charitable space focusing primarily on education and nonprofit capacity building missions. Divya joined The Energy Co-op to refocus her career on sustainability efforts, learn more about the cooperative business model, and work for a Philadelphia-based organization.
Divya completed her B.A. in Political Science and Legal Studies at Drexel University in 2010 and her Master of Public Administration specializing in Nonprofit Management in 2014. She is an avid cook and loves to experiment in the kitchen. She also enjoys painting, interior design and organization, hiking, spending time with friends and family, and living life in Center City Philadelphia with her husband and adorable cat Felix.
Divya uses she/her/hers pronouns.
- Phone:(215) 413-2122 x120
- Email:divya@theenergy.coop
Gabe Hochenberger
Finance and Risk Manager
Gabe Hochenberger
Finance and Risk Manager
Gabe joined The Energy Co-op in December 2022 and now serves as our Assistant Finance Manager. In his role, he supports our financial administration and works to strengthen internal financial practices that help keep our cooperative running smoothly and responsibly.
Before joining us, Gabe worked in accounting and credit analysis within the mortgage industry, but chose to bring his skills to mission-driven work focused on sustainability and community impact — values that align deeply with The Energy Co-op.
Gabe holds a B.S. in Finance with a minor in Mathematics from Alvernia University. Outside of work, he enjoys reading, cooking, playing sports, exploring Philadelphia, traveling with his wife, and spending time with their pets.
Gabe uses he/him pronouns
- Phone:(215) 413-2122 x150
- Email:gabe@theenergy.coop
Eleanor Fulvio
Energy Programs Director
Eleanor Fulvio
Energy Programs Director
Nora joined The Energy Co-op in December 2020 as a Programs Analyst and now serves as our Energy Programs Director! With over ten years of experience in business administration and nonprofit development, Nora is passionate about using her background in data-driven decision making to position The Energy Co-op as a leader in the renewable energy space.
Outside of work, Nora enjoys practicing barre and yoga, dancing salsa and bachata, learning languages and volunteering for NGOs as a translator, and traveling.
Nora uses she/her pronouns
- Phone:(215) 413-2122 x180
- Email:nora@theenergy.coop
Lauren Keller
Senior Membership Manager
Lauren Keller
Senior Membership Manager
Lauren, joined The Energy Co-op in 2023 and now serves as our Senior Membership Manager! With a background in the organic retail grocery industry, Lauren is passionate about wellness and sustainability and creating an engaging Energy Co-op member experience.
Outside of work, Lauren enjoys singing, songwriting, performing music, and spending time with her dog, Vada.
Lauren uses she/her pronouns
- Phone:(215) 413-2122 x130
- Email:lauren@theenergy.coop
Colin Teague
Marketing Director
Colin Teague
Marketing Director
Colin joined The Energy Co-op on July 2022 as Marketing Manager. Colin leads The Energy Co-op’s marketing activities to grow membership and broaden the cooperative’s impact in the community. Prior to joining The Energy Co-op, Colin began his career as a middle school teacher, and later spent seven years developing and marketing virtual education programs for K-12 schools with a global education nonprofit organization. Colin is excited to fulfill his lifelong goal of dedicating his career toward building a more environmentally sustainable society.
Colin completed his B.A. in Latin American History and Spanish at Indiana University in 2013. In his free time, he enjoys cooking, playing guitar, and making excursions to mountains around the Northeast to ski and mountain bike.
Colin uses he/him pronouns.
- Phone:(215) 413-2122 x160
- Email:colin@theenergy.coop
Kayla Urquhart
Energy Programs Coordinator
Kayla Urquhart
Energy Programs Coordinator
Colin joined The Energy Co-op on July 2022 as Marketing Manager. Colin leads The Energy Co-op’s marketing activities to grow membership and broaden the cooperative’s impact in the community. Prior to joining The Energy Co-op, Colin began his career as a middle school teacher, and later spent seven years developing and marketing virtual education programs for K-12 schools with a global education nonprofit organization. Colin is excited to fulfill his lifelong goal of dedicating his career toward building a more environmentally sustainable society.
Colin completed his B.A. in Latin American History and Spanish at Indiana University in 2013. In his free time, he enjoys cooking, playing guitar, and making excursions to mountains around the Northeast to ski and mountain bike.
Colin uses he/him pronouns.
- Email:colin@theenergy.coop