Rob Guthrie

In June 2024, Rob transitioned into the role of Chief Executive Officer, taking over from Ed Tinsley, who had successfully led the company for the previous six years. Rob joined the firm in 2018 as Vice President of Development and was promoted to Chief Development Officer and incoming CEO in 2021. Rob has been instrumental in steering Bernhard towards its long-term vision, growing Bernhard’s EaaS portfolio, and leveraging more than 100 years of energy and infrastructure project experience. His leadership is expected to continue Bernhard’s legacy of innovation and sustainability.

With an impressive career spanning two decades in the industry, Rob is a proven leader in assisting clients to achieve long-term operational savings, realize decarbonization objectives, and bolster facility resiliency. He holds a Master of Business Administration from The University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School and an undergraduate degree from The University of the South (Sewanee). Rob’s academic background and professional sales experience equip him with a unique and valuable skill set in the energy services business.