Meet The Team
CEO
Brendan Hand
Brendan Hand is a proven leader in manufacturing and business excellence, having transformed operations for global giants like Caterpillar divisions, Tier 1 manufacturing plants in the US and Europe, and UK automakers including Jaguar, Land Rover, and BMW.
His expertise in designing and executing strategic plans has driven significant growth and efficiency across many industries.
Brendan now, with his son and business partner, Ash leads Off Grid Innovation USA LLC to deliver Kight’s revolutionary solar and wind powered lighting technology. The company’s first-phase rollout in Conroe, Texas, showcases a robust set go high quality advanced technology and products, delivering a bold plan to redefine sustainable energy for generations.
Beyond his operational expertise, Brendan has built an extensive network across the USA, Europe, and UAE, where he developed a construction business centered around another groundbreaking technology. These global connections continue to fuel the growth and success of Off Grid Innovation.
CSO
Ash Hand
Ash Hand is a celebrated motorsport champion, having secured multiple titles, including the British GT Championship with Aston Martin. His unwavering obsession with being the best on the track combined with relentless focus, discipline, and a deep desire to deliver top-tier performance set him apart as a leader in motorsport.
Now, as Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Off Grid Innovation USA LLC, Ash channels that same drive to be the best into the world of business. Since relocating his family to Conroe, Texas, nearly a year ago, Ash has built a trusted network, strategically adapting Kight’s technology to meet the exacting standards of US customers. His commitment to excellence fuels not just his business approach, but the culture at Off Grid Innovation, where providing the best solutions to customers is a core value.
Ash’s passion for innovation, honed in the high-pressure world of motorsport, is now channelled into expanding sustainable lighting solutions across the US and Europe. With a laser focus on delivering dependable, eco-friendly solutions, Ash ensures that every aspect of the business reflects his dedication to pushing boundaries and providing unparalleled value to customers.