Paul Douglas | Co-Founder & President, The JPI Group
Paul Douglas is the Co-Founder and President of The JPI Group, a national leader in equitable project execution for the utility and energy sectors. With over two decades of experience, The JPI Group is grounded in one core philosophy: “Leave them better than you found them.”

Under Paul’s leadership, JPI has become a trusted partner to utilities, energy implementors, and government agencies, delivering results on energy efficiency, renewable energy, EV infrastructure, and transmission and distribution projects. JPI’s unmatched ability to build high-performing project teams stems from its expertise in labor analytics, contractor enablement, and community-based workforce pipelines.

What sets JPI apart is its holistic ecosystem model. The company leverages real-time labor market intelligence, partners with nonprofits, community-based organizations, and academic institutions, and ensures all hiring is hyper-local and equity-centered. This integrated approach not only drives measurable outcomes but also creates lasting economic opportunity in the communities where projects take place.

To further scale impact, Paul created CareerEquity™, the only workforce development platform designed specifically for the utility and clean energy sectors. The platform helps clients track training, manage workforce performance, and align pipelines with real-time project and equity goals—bridging gaps in MWBE participation, apprenticeship engagement, and compliance reporting.

Paul’s strategic vision is bolstered by his unwavering commitment to equity for all. He believes that the future of the clean energy sector hinges on its ability to use labor force data in our communities to bridge the wealth gap, create higher-paying opportunities, and foster the growth of Minority-, Women-, Veteran-, and all historically underrepresented human-owned businesses. JPI's mission, reflective of Paul's ethos, is dedicated to not only meeting the evolving demands of the industry but doing so through a lens that uplifts communities and drives inclusive progress.

Beyond business, Paul is a devoted husband and father to three amazing boys—a role he considers his greatest joy. His personal commitment shines through his advocacy for autism awareness and inclusion. With two sons on the spectrum, Paul dedicates time and expertise to initiatives that create opportunities for neurodiverse individuals, reflecting his belief that true leadership extends beyond the boardroom.