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HARTFORDBUSINESS.COM | AUGUST 24, 2026 B3 Titan Energy HEADQUARTERS: Hartford YEAR FOUNDED: 2001 INDUSTRY: Energy TOP EXECUTIVE: Jerry Hawkins, President EMPLOYEES: 23 full-time WEBSITE: www.titanenergyne.com FOUNDERS: John Kearney and Jerry Hawkins FAMILY MEMBERS CURRENTLY EMPLOYED AT THE COMPANY: KEARNEY FAMILY - Justin Kearney, Managing Director and Vice President of Sales and Market Development, son of late founder John Kearney • Brendan Kearney, Manager of Customer Support and Key Accounts, son of late founder John Kearney • HAWKINS FAMILY - Jerry Hawkins, President, founder • Sophia Gribizis, Energy Consultant, niece of founder • RAMM FAMILY - Chris Ramm, Vice President and General Manager, stakeholder family • Kyle Ramm, Managing Director, Chief Financial Officer, and Vice President of Operations, son of Chris Ramm • Brittany Wiltse, Market Support Analyst, niece of Chris Ramm • HORTON FAMILY - Michael Horton, Executive Vice President, stakeholder family • Jami Green, Market Support Analyst, daughter of Michael Horton • Bill Olderman, Senior Account Executive, brother-in-law of Michael Horton GENERATIONS CURRENTLY RUNNING THE COMPANY: 1st and 2nd T itan Energy is an independent, suppli- er-neutral energy management and consulting firm. It helps commercial, industrial, municipal, education, healthcare and nonprofit organizations manage energy costs across North America. Titan Energy provides electricity and natural gas procurement, energy efficiency, demand-side management, on-site generation consulting, electric vehicle infrastructure and utility data management services. 2026 CT BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS AWARD CATEGORY: FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS, 1-50 EMPLOYEES Tell us about your recent accomplishments. Titan Energy strengthened its sustain- ability and energy efficiency capabilities by expanding the Titan Solutions leadership team with the addition of a director of sustain- ability services and the promotion of a senior manager. This investment enhances the company's ability to deliver energy efficiency, electrification, EV charging and sustainability services that help Connecticut municipalities, businesses, schools and nonprofits reduce costs, maximize utility incentives and achieve long-term sustainability goals. As the energy consultant for the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM) and the Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG), Titan Energy supports more than 50% of Connecticut municipalities through energy procurement and consulting services. Since 2009, Titan Energy has helped CRCOG participants save more than $1.7 million in taxpayer dollars while providing expert guidance to help communities manage energy costs and improve long-term financial outcomes. Welcome to the 2026 CT BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS W elcome to Hartford Business Journal's inaugural Connecticut Business Excellence Awards. This new awards program recognizes organizations from across the state that have distinguished themselves through business success, innovation and service to their communities. This year's honorees represent four categories: for-profit companies, nonprofit organizations, family-owned businesses and women-owned businesses. The organizations featured in these pages represent a wide range of industries, sizes and missions, but they share a commitment to building strong businesses, supporting employees and making a positive impact in Connecticut. Hartford Business Journal is pleased to recognize the 2026 honorees in this special publication and celebrate their achievements at the Connecticut Business Excellence Awards, presented by Beacon Bank, on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Farmington Gardens. CHRYSALIS CENTER INC. B10 CORBIN ADVISORS LLC B14 ENDURANCE HOME CARE B5 HARTFORD PROMISE B9 JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF SOUTHWEST NEW ENGLAND B10 PROTOS SECURIT Y B8 MASONICARE B13 NORTHEAST DOOR & SECURIT Y B14 THE BILCO COMPANY B9 THE FLOUR GIRL BAKERY B7 THE LYMAN FARM INC. B4 THOMASTON SAVINGS BANK B7 ROBINSON+COLE B8 SOLLI ENGINEERING LLC B5 TITAN ENERGY B3 ULBRICH STAINLESS STEELS & SPECIAL METALS INC. B5 UNITED WAY OF CONNECTICUT B13 VIKING CONSTRUCTION INC. B4