#47 - Jon Semingson, President, Peak Demand

In this episode of Behind the Hire, Jesse sits down with Jon Semingson, President of Peak Demand, to explore what is really happening in renewable energy hiring and what executives need to understand to stand out in a more selective market. Jon shares how he fell into recruiting, how Peak Demand supports companies across solar, energy storage, and broader utility infrastructure, and why the best hiring decisions come from clearly defining the business problems a leader needs to solve rather than recycling an old job description. The conversation also dives into the most common interview mistakes executives make, the growing importance of adaptability in a fast-changing market, and why strong leaders must be able to connect their experience directly to business impact. Jon also offers thoughtful perspective on career decision-making, long-term fit, and the leadership traits that will matter most as the renewable energy sector continues to evolve. John LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/solarrecruiter/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peakdemand/