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Leon decided it was time to launch LB Electric Company, LLC (LBE) , at EDC III, Newark, NJ. LB Electric provides electrical systems, testing, solar (photovoltaic), designs and installation for major organizations, including, but not limited to: commercial, industrial, schools, hospitals and government agencies.

In 2006, Leon purchased a 20,000 sq. ft. building, in Cedar Grove, NJ that serves as LB Electric’s corporate headquarters. Leon also serves as president and CEO of LB Training Center and LB Glass Enterprise.

LB Training Center was developed to offer solar/photovoltaic design and installation training. This program is designed to attract local inner city youth, disabled veterans, and re-entry individuals to the green collar work environment.

LB Glass Enterprise provides unitized curtain walls, glass, glazing and building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) designs and installation for several industries.

Prior to embarking on his entrepreneurial ambitions, he earned a BSEE degree from New Jersey Institute of Technology and served as a Vice President with Nordling, Dean Electric Company, of Chatham, NJ for many years.

Leon is a knowledgeable business professional with expertise in a broad range of engineering functions and disciplines such as project management, strategic planning, power quality, corporate safety, risk management, renewable energy and alternative fuel infrastructure. He is a creative, skilled and intuitive problem solver plus actively pursues conservation efforts. He advises corporate executives, elected officials, entrepreneurs, and non- profit leaders on the importance of energy independence. His community leadership roles include serving as a NJIT Equal Opportunity Advisory Board member, NJIT Mentorship Program volunteer, NJIT Electrical Computer Engineering Advisory Board Chair, Word of Life Christian Ministries usher and Weequahic High School Hall of Fame and football Team mentor. 

Education

  • BEE Degree from NJIT
  • IET Associates, Cheney University, PA
  • Designing Net Connect Cabling System
  • Continuing Education and Professional Development in Electrical Engineering
  • Primavera System Scheduling Training Certificate
  • 40 Hour Hazardous Waste Operations course (29CFR1910.120 and 29CFR1910.121) Training Certificate
  • NJIT Fall 2005

Experience

LB Electric Co., LLC – 1999 to present

  • Principal

Nordling, Dean Electric Co., Inc. Chatham, NJ – 18 years

  • VP & General Manager of TEGG Service/Maintenance division – A Testing, Preventive and Predictive Maintenance program.
  • Assisting the President in the formulation and development of electrical contracting bid strategies.
  • Ensuring that the pricing structure, for all services and materials, is competitive and that profitability are maintained.
  • Project Director: Oversee project managers accountability for all large accounts, analyze and forecast project completion and profit.
  • Preparing computerized estimates for commercial/industrial sites (includes value engineering).
  • Manager of Electronic Computerized Metering Department.
  • Monitoring and metering of distribution system for various clients and the provision of power quality reports.
  • Developing and planning short/long term job progress and completion schedules (Primavera Systems.)
  • Corporate Safety Director: Oversee loss control and insurance programs for Nordling, Dean Electric Co., Inc.

Awards

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Honors

Siemens Awards $20,000 Grant to LB Electric Co., LLCFeb 26, 2021PATHWAY TO SUCCESS TV SHOW – Leon Baptiste – ACCNJ EPISODE 2 PREMIERES ON FEBRUARY 6, 2021Feb 9, 2021LB Electric – Leon Baptiste – ACG NJ Corporate Growth Conference & Awards 2017May 8, 2020Electrical engineer shines on TZ job

Entrepreneur Leon Baptiste has no trouble keeping busy these days.Oct 17, 2014LB Electric Company, LLC Receives Blue Platform Level Safety Award from Northern New Jersey NECA-IBEW-OSHAJan 31, 2009LB Electric Company, LLC Receives Blue Platform Level Safety Award from Northern New Jersey NECA-IBEW-OSHAFeb 2, 2008

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