Project Co-Chair – Engineering Manager
“I’m excited to see the team tackle new challenges and evolve as we move into the next generation of solar car racing!”
Mico Madamesila is a third year mechanical engineering student, who joined the Solar Team in his first month of university for the same reasons he is on it today – the team itself and his passion for taking engineering outside the classroom. He currently leads the team as the Project Co-Chair and Engineering Manager. Mico is looking forward to elevating the next generation of solar car racing and would love to drive the car through Calgary itself; “doing so would show our city not only the brilliance and innovation its own students have, but also the dedication they have for the environment”.
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Project Co-Chair – Business Manager
“I am so excited to begin work on our team’s 4th generation project. We will be focusing on fostering a collaboration of students from many different faculties of the university to make this a great project in both areas of vehicle design and community education. I am confident that our ambitious plans for Generation 4 will excite our community and help to move us even closer to a more sustainable future.”
Jordyn Troyer is in her 4th year of university, concentrating in Energy Management. She has been on the team since her first year in 2008 and currently serves as the Project Co-Chair and Business Manager. Jordyn drove Schulich Axiom in the 2011 Veolia World Solar Challenge in Australia and is looking forward to the amazing learning experience that will come with leading the team during the development of Generation 4.
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Electrical Engineering Manager
“This 4th generation will redefine this team and push new limits in solar automotive technology. I am honored to be a part of it.”
Daniel Benavides is a 2nd year Electrical Engineering major at the University of Calgary, currently serving as the Solar Team’s Electrical Engineering Manager. He joined the team in October 2010 because of his deep interest in alternative energy, electrical engineering, and technology. Daniel whole heartedly appreciates the unique opportunity of being at the forefront of developing new technologies in the solar energy field.
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Mechanical Engineering Manager
“I am very excited for Gen 4! We have a great team who will continue to surprise the community and push the limits of engineering design and innovation!”
Matt Johnson is in his 2nd year as a Mechanical Engineering major at the University of Calgary. He joined the Mechanical Team in November 2010 to learn new things, meet new people, and be involved in a race. In September 2011, Matthew took over as the Mechanical Engineering Manager for the design and construction of the Generation 4 car.
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Communications Manager
“I’m excited for Generation 4 to challenge our team and reach out
to the community! I love seeing the reactions of people as they see our solar cars for the first time. So often they can’t believe we can race long distances and reach highway speeds, on just solar energy. It’s amazing to see their perception of sustainable energy change as we speak!”Jodi Bengtson is in her final year studying for a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing. She joined the team in 2010 and has since been involved in everything from coordinating school visits, to planning the team’s events, to keeping the community and Solar Team’s supporters updated through the team’s blog, social media, and media coverage. She is the team’s Communications Manager and directs the communications team in organizing all the Solar Team’s events and public relations related activities.
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Sponsorship Manager
“I am very thrilled to prolong my Solar Team experience and be part of the beginning of Gen 4. Seeing the growth from Generation 3 and the new enthusiasm within our team is contagious, and I feel lucky to be a part of it.”
Dan Christie is currently in his 4th year of school completing a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing. He joined the team in 2010 and was essential in raising the remaining funds to complete the Schulich Axiom project. Dan believes that “the Solar Team has great team dynamics,” and we agree with him! Dan has taken on the role of Sponsorship Manager, and he will be working hard to fund the team’s plans for Generation 4.
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Race Logistics Manager
“Generation 4 will be a key turning point for our team, we will be challenging ourselves in every way possible and this will surely be a very rewarding experience for everyone involved. I’m excited to see how things in 2012 will unfold and how our team will continue to lead sustainable energy initiatives.”
Brigitte Sullivan is a fourth year business student and is currently serving as the Solar Team’s Race Logistics Manager for Generation 4. Her favorite moments on the team consist of those where all members come together for the common goals of the team. Preparing for both SAAT and WSC 2011 were both great examples of the amount of team effort exerted, as everyone’s individual efforts came together to form that great final performance.
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Accounting Manager
“Gen 4 is such an exciting undertaking for the team because it gives us the chance to really turn over a new leaf and push both our design skills, and how we connect with the community.”
Kaelan Goode is a third year accounting student who joined the Solar Team to meet a fun group of people and be involved in the building and completion of an interesting, unique project. He is in charge of book keeping and making sure the team’s finances are in order, but you can routinely find him in the shop, lending a hand to the engineers with the solar car construction and design discussions.
