EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
Potawatomi Ventures knows the future is electric.
PV’s Emerging Technologies group is focused on serving the dynamic energy marketplace as a full-service electrical contractor and solution provider. The team leverages experience designing / maintaining advanced electrical systems and identifying portfolio synergies to capture opportunities across the energy ecosystem. Emerging Technologies’ strategy capitalizes on secular market growth in electrical contracting and honors tribal values to build the organization’s next innovative professional services company.
FUELING PROSPERITY
PV launched Emerging Technologies in 2023 to create a new growth platform in the dynamic energy marketplace. Bringing electrical contracting into the portfolio enhances overall capabilities, supports future workforce development, diversifies service offerings, and honors company and tribal values by delivering sustainable energy solutions / services.
WHAT WE DO
Synergy capture in core electrical and new energy projects
Partnership with entrepreneurial business leader(s)
Continued investment in growth markets
Bolt-on / tuck-in complementary offerings
New workforce development paths
Commitment to sustainability / resource stewardship
Contribution to economic prosperity
Lyons Electric is a leading full-service commercial and industrial electrical contractor headquartered in Delafield, Wisconsin. Since 1979, Lyons has built a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction, design/build services in addition to ongoing operations and maintenance. With deep industry expertise and strong leadership, Lyons Electric is a trusted partner for businesses across Wisconsin seeking reliable, innovative solutions in the energy space.
CASE STUDY
Emerging Technologies Acquires Lyons Electric, Expanding Its Energy Services Platform
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Dan Montague
Chief Strategy Officer
Dan Montague serves as the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) for Potawatomi Ventures, responsible for architecting and executing corporate strategy and development in alignment with PV’s vision, mission, and values. Dan supports investment strategy, market engagement, and strategic planning across subsidiaries and departments. He leads enterprise level initiatives that foster sustainable growth and innovation, including cultivation and launch of new ventures to create long-term growth platforms for the Tribe. Dan also leads PV’s Emerging Technologies group focused on energy solutions that maximize Native-owned advantage, diversify the tribal economy, and create prosperity.
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Andrew Byrne
Director of Energy
Andrew Byrne serves as the Director of Energy for Potawatomi Ventures, where he leads the go-to-market strategy and service delivery for PV’s newly launched EV Infrastructure offering. With over 25 years of leadership experience across Sales, Supply Chain and Operations, Andrew brings a results-driven approach to advancing the eMobility sector. Over the past 6 years, he has been dedicated to energizing the Renewables industry, with a strong focus on EV infrastructure and sustainable transportation solutions. Andrew is committed to aligning financial and performance objectives with operational excellence, driving revenue growth, enhancing client experience, and delivering high-quality outcomes that improve profitability and productivity.

