Jack DiEnna,
Chair

Mr. DiEnna, the Executive Director & Founder of the Geothermal National & International Initiative (GEO-NII) is a business development and marketing professional with over forty years combined experience in the electric utility industry and the renewable energy industry.

He is a nationally recognized authority on all aspects of renewable technology and specifically geothermal heat pumps (GHP), including marketing, creative financing, and the resulting positive economic and environmental impact that can be derived from the use of geothermal heat pump systems and other renewable technologies. His expertise is internationally acknowledged as a valued resource by not only the renewable & geothermal heat pump industry but also by government officials, both national and international, trade allies, and al major market segment associations in the promotion of geothermal heat pump technology.

Brian Urlaub,
Vice-Chair

Mr. Urlaub is a Principal at Salas O’Brien where he oversees all geothermal projects. He is involved with all aspects of the projects from procurement, to design, project management, and commissioning. He graduated in 1993 with an associate degree in HVAC Technology and Design from Chippewa Valley Technical College in Eau Claire, WI.

Mr. Urlaub started out his career in the field, installing and servicing all different types of HVAC systems. In 1996 he moved to inside sales and design, and was introduced to his first IGSHPA geothermal course. He has been dedicated solely to the geothermal industry since 1999.

Tom Rutkowski,
Treasurer

Tom Rutkowski brings over 20 years of experience in the hvac industry in all aspects of service, installation and design specifically related to geothermal heat pumps.  Mr. Rutkowski has been a board member of the Iowa Geothermal Association for the past 7 years, serving as President for the past 5 years.  Mr. Rutkowski holds a bachelor’s degree from Iowa State University, and an Iowa Master Mechanical license.  Mr. Rutkowski has been an active proponent of geothermal, engaging in numerous speaking events for the education of geothermal technology to students, industry professionals, homeowners, commercial developers and elected officials.  Through innovative design, Mr. Rutkowski has been able to secure numerous geothermal projects where business owners were previously told geothermal was not an option.  Mr. Rutkowski is currently the Vice President of E&J Geothermal and Electric Inc. located in Solon, Iowa.  E&J prides itself on being full service mechanical and electrical contractor that is primarily focused on complete in-house design, installation, and service of geothermal systems in both residential and commercial applications.  They offer all segments of the process from industry leading in-house technicians in the groundwork, plumbing, mechanical/sheet metal, and electrical portions of the installation process for nearly 50 years.  The technicians in the field and their support personnel in the office, make these designs come to life, and are the real magic that make these great geothermal projects possible.  Mr. Rutkowski looks to continue promoting geothermal to a variety of market segments and support the growth of education to field technicians – so we can continue growing the geothermal hvac industry.

Dona Kyler,
Secretary

Dona Kyler is the superhero you didn’t know you needed—unless, of course, you’re in the market for geothermal energy solutions. Then you definitely know her, because she’s the one making sure New York stays warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and green all year round. Operating out of Indianapolis, IN, Dona runs New York Geothermal Supply like a well-oiled machine—or rather, like a perfectly balanced geothermal system. She’s in the business of renewable energy and epic training, but really, she’s just in the business of being awesome.

Dona didn’t just stumble into geothermal; she practically invented it. (Okay, maybe not invented, but she’s definitely perfecting the marketing of it.) While co-owning Indiana Geothermal and mastering every job under the sun—office manager, HR, accounting, customer service, sales, and marketing—she decided it was time to up the ante and take on New York. And why not?

Who likes free time anyway?

Before she was saving the world one geothermal heat pump at a time, Dona was keeping things cool co-owning Arctic Heating & Cooling. Her role there was basically the same as it is now: doing everything, doing it well, and making it look easy. Throw in a stint as a REALTOR® Recruiter with CENTURY 21 Scheetz and a tech-savvy communications role at MIBOR Realtor Association, and you’ve got someone who knows how to handle people, tech, and a whole lot of business.

Titian Burris,
Director

Titan Burris is a seasoned sales executive with more than 28 years of experience in the geothermal heat pump industry, serving with distinction at ClimateMaster, Inc. Over the course of his career, he has become a recognized leader in the HVAC field, guiding the company’s distribution business unit with expertise that spans every facet of the industry. From design and manufacturing to product development, engineered applications, marketing, and sales, Burris has built a reputation for excellence and innovation in both commercial and residential water source and geothermal heat pump products.

What sets Burris apart is not only his technical and business acumen but also the unique perspective he brings from his early years as a BMX rider and skateboarder. The discipline, balance, and awareness he honed in competitive sports translated seamlessly into his professional life, shaping a career defined by resilience, precision, and dedication. These qualities have enabled him to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving industry while consistently driving growth and delivering value to customers.

His academic journey reflects the same commitment to excellence. Burris earned an Associate of Science degree in Business and Marketing from Oklahoma State University, followed by a Bachelor of Science degree and an MBA from Southern Nazarene University. He’s also served on many Boards of Directors in the past, including Central Oklahoma BOD, Oklahoma State BOD, National Home Builders BOD, an HOA BOD, and GeoExchange BOD. His experience in chairing fundraising events and providing leadership on these boards make him an exceptional candidate for IGSHPA’s Board of Directors.

In his free time, he enjoys the outdoors—whether it’s fishing on the lake, practicing his marksmanship, or simply spending quality time with his family. These pursuits reflect the same values that define his career: focus, dedication, and an appreciation for both challenge and reward.

Today, as National Sales Manager, Titan Burris continues to lead with vision and integrity. He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the geothermal industry and is eager to be a part of the driving force for change, training, and growth of this industry he’s known and loved for his entire career.

Boyd Lee,
Director

Boyd Lee is a 42 year veteran of 3 electric cooperatives and 1 G&T, all in Oklahoma.  A major part of his career at each cooperative has been devoted to the installation of geothermal heating and cooling systems.   He is currently VP of Strategic Planning for CKenergy Electric Cooperative, where he has been for 18 years.

During his time with CKenergy, he has trained in Cost of Service and Rate Design.  Using that training, he has developed unique rate structures which allow the cooperative to absorb the long-term costs of geothermal installations while realizing immediate purchased power savings and margins on the coop’s financial bottom line.  He has pioneered several “outside the box” marketing concepts resulting in about 1800 free geo ground loop installations.  He was presented with the VISION Award by the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives for his marketing concepts; a Governor Frank Keating appointee as Commissioner for the Oklahoma Tourism Department; and being named one of 10 “Outstanding Young Oklahomans” in 1997.  He and his wife of 40 years, Susie, live in rural Chickasha, OK.  And he DOES use geothermal in his own home.

Stan Reitsma,
Director

Dr. Stan Reitsma, P.Eng., is the Founder and CEO of Geosource Energy, one of North America’s leading geothermal design-build contractors. Since founding the company in 2004, he has played a key role in advancing geothermal and geoexchange systems across Canada and the United States through innovative project delivery, technical leadership, and the successful execution of large-scale commercial installations.

Stan holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Queen’s University, a Master of Applied Science in Earth Sciences, and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Geological Engineering from the University of Waterloo. Prior to founding Geosource Energy, he served as an Assistant Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Windsor, where his research focused on groundwater systems, heat transfer, and environmental remediation.

Under his leadership, Geosource Energy has completed more than 400 commercial geothermal projects and drilled millions of feet of boreholes supporting some of North America’s most significant geoexchange developments. A recognized industry advocate, Dr. Reitsma has contributed to geothermal research, professional education, and the development of industry standards, including participation in the ANSI/CSA/IGSHPA C448 Standard rewrite. He is committed to advancing geothermal technology and expanding its role in building decarbonization across North America.

As a member of the IGSHPA Board of Directors, Dr. Reitsma brings both academic and field experience to support the association’s mission of promoting the responsible growth and adoption of geothermal heating and cooling technologies.