Will Gruver

Will leads USP&E Global with a passion for bringing renewable and sustainable energy to millions of people worldwide. As founder and Group Chairman, Will enjoys meeting clients in remote areas of the world, negotiating contracts to ensure dual success, and ensuring our projects make a difference in each community we serve. Having studied at Northwestern University and Harvard business school, and presently resides in South Africa. Will’s thorough and consistent hard work is what excels USP&E’s flywheel effect that ensures our success. Will leads by example in what we truly mean by “Speed with Excellence”

John Gruver

Having maintained a senior role in one of the largest privately held companies in the world and having worked at a large regional commercial construction firm in the USA, John is a specialist in his field. At USP&E, John is responsible for Operations, Finance, and North American project development. He specializes in industrial management with a specific focus on energy & power solutions, power T&D delivery solutions, hybrid power systems, process plant performance optimization, and specialist technical support for integration of designs by Local  Engineering Partners (LEP’s).

Herman Schoeman

Herman is CEO of USP&E Holdings. With over 20 years experience in commercial and industrial facility development. Herman provides C- Level leadership in all aspects of USP&E’s operations and works closely with clients to ensure that all expectations are met. Herman’s main role is to lead our sales and project development teams through his personal touch on the technological and human capital at USP&E Global.

Matthew Fredericks

Matthew Fredericks, MD and Co-Founder of USP&SE, has over two decades of experience in the energy and mining sectors. Born in Johannesburg, Matt developed a passion for leadership and innovation early on. Specializing in energy solutions for mining, he quickly became a renowned energy sales expert, known for his strategic thinking and leadership.

At USP&SE, Matt has played a key role in driving the company’s growth into hybrid EPC projects, focusing on sustainable energy solutions. His leadership has helped the company expand its footprint and reduce carbon emissions while improving efficiency.

Outside of work, Matt is passionate about community development and mentoring young talent. A former professional rugby player and competitive athlete, he believes in the importance of balancing personal well-being with professional success.

Eric Tolsma

As an international executive, Eric has experience in creating and building businesses, and serves as our Managing Director of USP&E Dubai. With strong commercial, technical, and financial educational background he has worked in the IT, Telecom, Capital Goods, Energy and Power industries in mature and emerging markets (Europe, Middle East, Africa and South America). With Eric’s entrepreneurial, no nonsense approach to business he leads with his competence, creativity, and teamwork.

John Webb

John is a high energy, loyal director running our West Africa Operations portfolio. John has worked in the banking, energy, and chemical industries and specializes in streamlining processes, alleviating inefficiencies, structuring large debt/equity transactions, and increasing company productivity. He is also involved in improving developmental, operational, technical, and financial strategies to empower USP&E Global and its clients to achieve success.