SunPower Corp., a Silicon Valley-based manufacturer of high-efficiency solar cells, solar panels and solar systems, says Douglas J. Richards has joined the company as its vice president of human resources. In this role, Richards is responsible for leading all HR initiatives, driving corporate administrative services and managing SunPower's facilities organization worldwide.
Richards brings more than 21 years of experience developing and driving key HR programs for Fortune 100 companies and venture-backed startu-ps. Prior to joining SunPower, he was vice president of human resources and administration for SelectBuild, a $1.8 billion wholly owned subsidiary of BMHC, a company that serves 19 of the top 25 high-volume home builders.