About

Dre Thompson, President

Dre is an award-winning nonprofit leader and CEO for the Tucson Development Authority. Her background includes social-impact driven work for energy efficiency, education, social services, and economic development. 

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Dave DiCosola, Vice President

Dave's executive expertise spans three venture-backed technology startups that raised more than $700 million collectively and have scaled from $0 to more than $100M in annual revenues.  He excels at strategic planning, fundraising, and capital allocation. He is dedicated to community service as mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs and builders.

Rob Tull, Treasurer

Rob is a strategic consultant who helps investment and mission-driven organizations create and retain value through innovative insight in solving operational and compliance complexities with practical systems that work.  Rob is a former Chief Compliance and Risk Officer for global investment organizations, former director and chair of a non-profit organization, and former auditor. He has degrees in finance and business law, and has various certifications and licenses, including CPA, CFE, FRM, CAMS, and CCEP.

Anthony Villari, CPA, CFE

Anthony is an owner and managing partner at Essentage, providing cutting edge bookkeeping, accounting and business advisory solution for Tucson's small businesses. 

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He is passionate about making financial education accessible to empower economic growth in our community. 

Sandra Barton

Sandra Barton is senior director, commercial real estate, for Alliance Bank of Arizona, where she funds commercial construction, acquisition and development, term and RLC loans. Based in Tucson, she serves clients throughout southern Arizona. With more than 30 years of banking industry experience in all, Ms. Barton joined Alliance Bank of Arizona in 2009.

Anne Dougherty

Anne Dougherty is the Co-Founder and Co-Owner of ILLUME, a prominent clean energy research consultancy. She brings human-focused research techniques to solutions development. Her expertise in the energy industry focuses on the human dimensions of technology, program, and service development.

Amber Cordoba

A mission-driven leader with a 20-year track record of turning vision into action—scaling programs, influencing policy, and building high-performing, values-aligned teams. With experience across entrepreneurship, nonprofit leadership, and financial services.

Melissa Cordero

Community organizer, veteran, and communications strategist rooted in environmental and social justice.  They bring 10+ years of experience in outreach, conservation, and campaign leadership across the Southwest, with a deep focus on water, climate resilience, and clean energy. As Lead Arizona Organizer for Veterans Power America, they support veteran leaders to advocate for climate solutions, equity, and community power.

Mitchell Moore

An executive and leader, Michell brings a wealth of experience in strategic and operational oversight, encompassing business development, financial, HR, and IT management. His strength lies in providing strategic direction while effectively managing day-to-day operations. He has a solid track record in global financial management—leading complex financial operations and driving transformative initiatives.

Miguel Cruz

Miguel previously held roles as Tucson Federal Credit Union, leading branding, marketing, and community engagement. He's known for merging culturally competent business and community strategies and is a sought-after speaker. Miguel is involved in community service through various boards in Tucson and Phoenix, including the Women's Foundation of the State of Arizona and Old Pueblo Community Services.

Rocque Perez

Rocque is a Tucson native and an advocate for education in all forms as the means to inspire informed and engaged communities. With a background in marketing and communications, he has dedicated his career thus far to improving the educational environment as a place for anyone to learn, work, and support their community.

Danielle Fidel

Renewables Executive and Advisor with a passion for building partnerships and platforms to scale the deployment of renewable energy. She is currently the Chief Commercial Officer of Earthlight Technologies. 

Isabel Sepulveda

Project management professional with 15 years of experience in clean energy technology and project development. Experience in the U.S. utility industry as well as a passion for international collaboration on energy issues. Specialized in demand response and VPPs, client management, utility/customer relationships, and partnership building. She currently serves as the Senior Integrated System Planner for TEP.