WorldWater & Solar Technologies Corp., developer and marketer of proprietary high-horsepower solar systems, has promoted Dr. Frank W. Smith from chief operating officer (COO) to CEO and elected him to the board of directors. Former CEO Quentin T. Kelly will continue as non-executive chairman of the board of WorldWater.
Smith has served as executive vice president and COO of WorldWater since February of 2007 and brings over 20 years of experience in strategic planning, business development and operations management. Prior to joining WorldWater, Smith served as vice president of strategy and business development at EMCORE Corp., where he identified target acquisitions, managed the due-diligence process and provided strategic direction for the company.
