Laurie Kane also works with the title of Captain of Innovation, leading the team developing the world’s most comprehensive solar design platform, SolarPlus. Partnering with the Smart Energy Council and Glen Morris in 2011, Laurie has driven the evolution of SolarPlus, the industry standard design software that is now a leading sales and modelling platform for solar retailers and installers, small and large. Laurie previously managed a national solar inspection program for Solaris, and developed IT systems and solar best practice training courses for the Smart Energy Council for some years. With a background in IT, marketing and tourism management, Laurie has brought to the solar industry his passion for efficiency and best-practice workflows to drive profitable businesses Driven by the goal of 100% renewables, Laurie’s aim is to break down the barriers to consumer adoption and expertly communicate the benefits of clean energy.