H2scan Corporation announced today that its Board of Directors has formally appointed David Ellis—a distinguished energy and technology executive with more than three decades of international leadership experience—as the new Chairman of the Board. This appointment marks a significant step for H2scan as the company continues to scale its presence across the utility, industrial, and clean energy markets, where hydrogen monitoring and advanced sensing technologies are increasingly essential.
Ellis brings an extensive background that spans utilities, clean energy solutions, and private equity–backed enterprises. Over the course of his career, he has held several senior executive roles, including leadership positions at Enerwise Global Technologies and Comverge International, where he served as Chairman and Managing Director. He also held the prominent role of Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer at Entergy New Orleans, leading the utility through modernization initiatives and operational transformation. His strategic leadership has extended across multiple continents—most notably the United States, Africa, and Asia—providing him with a unique global perspective on energy markets, technology adoption, and infrastructure development.
A hallmark of Ellis’s career has been his ability to guide organizations through periods of rapid change, market expansion, and technological evolution. His work in areas such as digital transformation, grid modernization, and international growth strategy positions him as a strong complement to H2scan’s mission. As utilities and industrial operators face increased reliability challenges, aging infrastructure, and rising demand for clean energy solutions, Ellis’s experience will bring invaluable insight into how H2scan can deepen customer engagement, strengthen its global footprint, and expand into new and emerging segments.
Beyond his operational roles, Ellis also provides strategic guidance to private equity funds and affiliated portfolio companies. His advisory work often focuses on growth acceleration, governance structures, and energy transition strategy—expertise that aligns closely with H2scan’s long-term roadmap. As hydrogen continues to play a critical role in grid reliability, transformer health monitoring, industrial safety, and clean energy development, the company aims to deliver solutions that detect issues earlier than legacy systems and provide customers with actionable insights that protect infrastructure and reduce risk.
H2scan CEO David Meyers expressed strong enthusiasm regarding Ellis’s appointment. “David brings a rare combination of utility leadership, innovation experience, and investment insight,” Meyers said. “His guidance will help accelerate our expansion in key energy and infrastructure markets. As the industry moves toward more advanced asset monitoring and greater adoption of hydrogen-related solutions, his leadership will be instrumental in shaping our strategic direction.”
Ellis also shared his perspective on joining the company during a period of significant momentum. “As customers confront increasing demand and reliability pressures, H2scan’s superior technologies identify failure conditions earlier than legacy monitoring systems,” he said. “The ability to provide real-time hydrogen data is transformational for utilities, industrial operators, and organizations looking to strengthen safety and resilience. I’m excited to support the company as it accelerates its growth into critical utility and clean energy markets.”
In his new role as Chairman, Ellis will collaborate closely with H2scan’s leadership team to guide strategic initiatives that support sustained growth and long-term market leadership. His responsibilities will include:
• Strengthening global expansion strategies
Ellis will help H2scan evaluate new geographic markets, build international partnerships, and adapt its solutions to meet regional needs. His prior experience leading operations and market expansions across Africa and Asia provides a strong foundation for accelerating global growth.
• Guiding utility, commercial, and industrial market penetration
With utilities facing increased pressure to modernize assets, prevent transformer failures, and ensure grid reliability, Ellis will advise on how H2scan’s technology can be integrated into large-scale operational programs. His utility background lends deep credibility to discussions with decision-makers navigating infrastructure modernization.
• Accelerating entry into energy transition and emerging infrastructure sectors
Hydrogen is increasingly recognized as an essential element of the clean energy transition. Ellis will support H2scan’s efforts to expand its role in hydrogen production facilities, industrial process applications, and safety-critical environments where real-time monitoring is vital.
• Enhancing strategic positioning for long-term growth
From branding and market messaging to product development strategy and executive governance, Ellis will help the company refine its competitive position. His private equity advisory experience brings a sharpened focus on sustainable value creation, organizational alignment, and operational excellence.
Ellis’s educational background further complements his professional accomplishments. He holds an MBA from Eastern University and a Bachelor of Science degree from Penn State University. Additionally, he completed the prestigious Wharton Global C-Suite Program, which focuses on advanced executive leadership, strategic decision-making, and global business management.
H2scan’s Board and executive leadership believe that Ellis’s combination of global experience, deep utility knowledge, and strategic expertise will help the company continue its evolution as a leader in hydrogen sensing solutions. As energy systems worldwide become more complex and the need for predictive asset health monitoring grows, the company is well-positioned to expand its role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of critical infrastructure.
With Ellis now serving as Chairman, H2scan is entering a new phase of its growth journey—one focused on international expansion, strengthened market presence, and continued innovation in hydrogen detection and monitoring technologies. His leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in guiding the company’s ambitious plans and supporting customers as they navigate the rapidly changing landscape of energy and industrial infrastructure.
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