Experience You Can Count On
Acclaim Energy is led by seasoned energy experts with decades of combined experience in North America’s wholesale and retail energy markets. With unmatched expertise in strategic energy management, the team has achieved over 20 years of success in energy procurement, risk management, demand response, distributed generation, commodity pricing, and operational efficiency.
Acclaim Energy is at the forefront of advancing energy reliability through innovative solutions like Utility Scale Microgrids (USMs), leveraging a deep understanding of grid dynamics and customer needs to help businesses and communities improve resilience, control costs, and stay ahead of regulatory and market shifts. To meet these growing challenges, we created Acclaim Reliability Solutions (ARS)—a dedicated division focused on delivering strategic energy solutions that ensure continuous power, regulatory compliance, and long-term resilience. Backed by over 20 years of proven expertise in energy strategy, ARS is building the infrastructure that cities, communities, and businesses need to thrive—even when the grid doesn’t.
At Acclaim Energy, our bold thinking, inspiration, partners and passion for results come together for extraordinary impact and value creation for their clients.
125+
Clients
$700 Million
In accumulated client savings
+1.2 Billion
Spend under management
5,000+
Meters under management
John D. Elder III
President, Chief Executive Officer
John D. Elder has led successful businesses since he was in high school, when he established a roofing business that became a multi-million-dollar enterprise. He went on to develop and serve as president of The Resource Alliance Group, a non-profit that helped displaced energy executives launch their own business ventures. His eye for emerging opportunities allowed him to create new businesses because of the strategic planning and financing his organization provided for early-stage entrepreneurs. His company enjoyed rapid success and was rolled into the Houston Technology Center’s energy practice. However, during his assessment of new enterprises, he saw an opportunity in the newly deregulated Texas energy market and launched Acclaim Energy in 2003.
From the company’s early-stage development to the creation of its strategic energy management value proposition, John has helped lead Acclaim through a process of creating valuable change, improving technology and consistently introducing new products and services to meet the needs of the ever-changing energy market. Acclaim Energy currently serves as energy advisors for C&I multinationals, hospitals, cities, universities and government entities across Mexico and the United States. His commitment to creating value is wide-ranging, and his high standards have resulted in the company’s 97 percent customer retention rate.
Today, Acclaim Energy helps organizations develop customized programs to manage energy strategically, mitigate risk and use renewables effectively to lower costs and emissions. His ability to see new opportunities allows his team to help others broaden their knowledge and pursue material advantages throughout the entire energy value chain.
John D. Elder III
President, Chief Executive Officer
John D. Elder has led successful businesses since he was in high school, when he established a roofing business that became a multi-million-dollar enterprise. He went on to develop and serve as president of The Resource Alliance Group, a non-profit that helped displaced energy executives launch their own business ventures. His eye for emerging opportunities allowed him to create new businesses because of the strategic planning and financing his organization provided for early-stage entrepreneurs. His company enjoyed rapid success and was rolled into the Houston Technology Center’s energy practice. However, during his assessment of new enterprises, he saw an opportunity in the newly deregulated Texas energy market and launched Acclaim Energy in 2003.
From the company’s early-stage development to the creation of its strategic energy management value proposition, John has helped lead Acclaim through a process of creating valuable change, improving technology and consistently introducing new products and services to meet the needs of the ever-changing energy market. Acclaim Energy currently serves as energy advisors for C&I multinationals, hospitals, cities, universities and government entities across Mexico and the United States. His commitment to creating value is wide-ranging, and his high standards have resulted in the company’s 97 percent customer retention rate.
Today, Acclaim Energy helps organizations develop customized programs to manage energy strategically, mitigate risk and use renewables effectively to lower costs and emissions. His ability to see new opportunities allows his team to help others broaden their knowledge and pursue material advantages throughout the entire energy value chain.
John D. Elder III
President, Chief Executive Officer
John D. Elder has led successful businesses since he was in high school, when he established a roofing business that became a multi-million-dollar enterprise. He went on to develop and serve as president of The Resource Alliance Group, a non-profit that helped displaced energy executives launch their own business ventures. His eye for emerging opportunities allowed him to create new businesses because of the strategic planning and financing his organization provided for early-stage entrepreneurs. His company enjoyed rapid success and was rolled into the Houston Technology Center’s energy practice. However, during his assessment of new enterprises, he saw an opportunity in the newly deregulated Texas energy market and launched Acclaim Energy in 2003.
From the company’s early-stage development to the creation of its strategic energy management value proposition, John has helped lead Acclaim through a process of creating valuable change, improving technology and consistently introducing new products and services to meet the needs of the ever-changing energy market. Acclaim Energy currently serves as energy advisors for C&I multinationals, hospitals, cities, universities and government entities across Mexico and the United States. His commitment to creating value is wide-ranging, and his high standards have resulted in the company’s 97 percent customer retention rate.
Today, Acclaim Energy helps organizations develop customized programs to manage energy strategically, mitigate risk and use renewables effectively to lower costs and emissions. His ability to see new opportunities allows his team to help others broaden their knowledge and pursue material advantages throughout the entire energy value chain.
Dennis D. Vegas
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
Dennis is a mission-oriented chief marketing officer with more than 25 years executing comprehensive B2B and B2C marketing and communications plans from start to finish for startup and mature businesses in the U.S. and international markets. He has held senior leadership roles for companies like AT&T, ENRON, ITT, etc.
Currently, he is responsible for linking the innovations of the company’s product team to the customer-focused operations of its three business units (Acclaim Energy U.S., Acclaim Energy Mexico and Texas Public Energy Solutions) to build their brands, create consumer awareness and advocacy and drive customer preference for each unit through traditional and social media channels. In this role, Dennis oversees consumer insights, digital marketing, creative development and agency management, marketing effectiveness, social responsibility, sponsorships and media communications.
Vegas brings a strategic mindset, global perspective and expertise in communicating with key stakeholders. Under Dennis’s leadership, Acclaim’s brand, marketing campaigns and fresh approach to media technology and content have driven strong results in penetrating new markets.
Dennis earned a bachelor’s degree from Springfield College and a master’s degree from American International College. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
Dennis D. Vegas
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
Dennis is a mission-oriented chief marketing officer with more than 25 years executing comprehensive B2B and B2C marketing and communications plans from start to finish for startup and mature businesses in the U.S. and international markets. He has held senior leadership roles for companies like AT&T, ENRON, ITT, etc.
Currently, he is responsible for linking the innovations of the company’s product team to the customer-focused operations of its three business units (Acclaim Energy U.S., Acclaim Energy Mexico and Texas Public Energy Solutions) to build their brands, create consumer awareness and advocacy and drive customer preference for each unit through traditional and social media channels. In this role, Dennis oversees consumer insights, digital marketing, creative development and agency management, marketing effectiveness, social responsibility, sponsorships and media communications.
Vegas brings a strategic mindset, global perspective and expertise in communicating with key stakeholders. Under Dennis’s leadership, Acclaim’s brand, marketing campaigns and fresh approach to media technology and content have driven strong results in penetrating new markets.
Dennis earned a bachelor’s degree from Springfield College and a master’s degree from American International College. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
Dennis D. Vegas
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
Dennis is a mission-oriented chief marketing officer with more than 25 years executing comprehensive B2B and B2C marketing and communications plans from start to finish for startup and mature businesses in the U.S. and international markets. He has held senior leadership roles for companies like AT&T, ENRON, ITT, etc.
Currently, he is responsible for linking the innovations of the company’s product team to the customer-focused operations of its three business units (Acclaim Energy U.S., Acclaim Energy Mexico and Texas Public Energy Solutions) to build their brands, create consumer awareness and advocacy and drive customer preference for each unit through traditional and social media channels. In this role, Dennis oversees consumer insights, digital marketing, creative development and agency management, marketing effectiveness, social responsibility, sponsorships and media communications.
Vegas brings a strategic mindset, global perspective and expertise in communicating with key stakeholders. Under Dennis’s leadership, Acclaim’s brand, marketing campaigns and fresh approach to media technology and content have driven strong results in penetrating new markets.
Dennis earned a bachelor’s degree from Springfield College and a master’s degree from American International College. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
Stewart Black
Vice Presidnet Business Development
Stewart Black has extensive experience in executive roles where he demonstrated proven success in business development, leadership, and project development. As Vice President of The Midstream Division, Stewart is responsible for leading business development efforts and providing companies with solutions that address their most critical energy issues in the Oil & Gas Midstream markets. Stewart has vast experience measuring and analyzing data to improve performance, optimize energy costs and increase operational efficiencies while helping companies improve their ESG and sustainability goals.
Stewart has proven success as President of an NGL transportation and marketing company, operating throughout Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Mississippi. He also served as VP of Operations for a Crude Transportation Company, bringing a combined 10 + years’ operating experience in the Midstream Oil & Gas industry. Stewart is skilled at analyzing and facilitating projects, proposing new strategies, and delivering strong ROI. He brings extensive business development and leadership skills to this position, combined with a strong appreciation for custom support and service.
Stewart graduated from the University of Texas in Austin and is raising his family in Houston today.
Stewart Black
Vice Presidnet Business Development
Stewart Black has extensive experience in executive roles where he demonstrated proven success in business development, leadership, and project development. As Vice President of The Midstream Division, Stewart is responsible for leading business development efforts and providing companies with solutions that address their most critical energy issues in the Oil & Gas Midstream markets. Stewart has vast experience measuring and analyzing data to improve performance, optimize energy costs and increase operational efficiencies while helping companies improve their ESG and sustainability goals.
Stewart has proven success as President of an NGL transportation and marketing company, operating throughout Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Mississippi. He also served as VP of Operations for a Crude Transportation Company, bringing a combined 10 + years’ operating experience in the Midstream Oil & Gas industry. Stewart is skilled at analyzing and facilitating projects, proposing new strategies, and delivering strong ROI. He brings extensive business development and leadership skills to this position, combined with a strong appreciation for custom support and service.
Stewart graduated from the University of Texas in Austin and is raising his family in Houston today.
Frank Bello
Senior Vice President, Information Technology
Frank brings more than 30 years of experience in information technology systems and solutions across multiple industries such as energy, manufacturing, non-profits, and services and logistics. As senior vice president of information technology, Bello oversees the architecture and implementation of all business support systems that the organization uses to operate and manage the business in multiple countries.
Since 1987, Frank has worked as an IT consultant for various local and international firms such as Deloitte & Touche, Hewlett Packard, CGI USA, Reliant Energy, Perficient and others. Bello’s core skills are managing, developing and deploying end-to-end IT strategic solutions. His IT background includes expertise in cloud enterprise solutions, software development, data architecture, infrastructure, and telecommunications, as well as project management and overall technology vendor and solution management.
Frank holds a bachelor of science in computer science from Sam Houston State University, and he is a PMI-certified professional (2000-2003). Stewart has proven success as President of an NGL transportation and marketing company, operating throughout Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Mississippi. He also served as VP of Operations for a Crude Transportation Company, bringing a combined 10+ years’ operating experience in the Midstream Oil & Gas industry.
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Frank Bello
Senior Vice President, Information Technology
Frank brings more than 30 years of experience in information technology systems and solutions across multiple industries such as energy, manufacturing, non-profits, and services and logistics. As senior vice president of information technology, Bello oversees the architecture and implementation of all business support systems that the organization uses to operate and manage the business in multiple countries.
Since 1987, Frank has worked as an IT consultant for various local and international firms such as Deloitte & Touche, Hewlett Packard, CGI USA, Reliant Energy, Perficient and others. Bello’s core skills are managing, developing and deploying end-to-end IT strategic solutions. His IT background includes expertise in cloud enterprise solutions, software development, data architecture, infrastructure, and telecommunications, as well as project management and overall technology vendor and solution management.
Frank holds a bachelor of science in computer science from Sam Houston State University, and he is a PMI-certified professional (2000-2003). Stewart has proven success as President of an NGL transportation and marketing company, operating throughout Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Mississippi. He also served as VP of Operations for a Crude Transportation Company, bringing a combined 10+ years’ operating experience in the Midstream Oil & Gas industry.
This is Modal Title
Frank Bello
Senior Vice President, Information Technology
Frank brings more than 30 years of experience in information technology systems and solutions across multiple industries such as energy, manufacturing, non-profits, and services and logistics. As senior vice president of information technology, Bello oversees the architecture and implementation of all business support systems that the organization uses to operate and manage the business in multiple countries.
Since 1987, Frank has worked as an IT consultant for various local and international firms such as Deloitte & Touche, Hewlett Packard, CGI USA, Reliant Energy, Perficient and others. Bello’s core skills are managing, developing and deploying end-to-end IT strategic solutions. His IT background includes expertise in cloud enterprise solutions, software development, data architecture, infrastructure, and telecommunications, as well as project management and overall technology vendor and solution management.
Frank holds a bachelor of science in computer science from Sam Houston State University, and he is a PMI-certified professional (2000-2003). Stewart has proven success as President of an NGL transportation and marketing company, operating throughout Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Mississippi. He also served as VP of Operations for a Crude Transportation Company, bringing a combined 10+ years’ operating experience in the Midstream Oil & Gas industry.
Industries Served
North America
Operation
US Business Unit
Houston, Texas
Mexico Business Unit
Monterrey, Nuevo Leon