As CEO for Suzlon Wind Energy Corporation, Andris E. Cukurs provides strategic direction for the North American operations. Under his leadership, the company has become an authority in delivering wind power projects, installing 1,500 MW in 14 states across the nation.

As CEO for Suzlon Wind Energy Corporation, Andris E. Cukurs provides strategic direction for the North American operations. Under his leadership, the company has become an authority in delivering wind power projects, installing 1,500 MW in 14 states across the nation. As a recognized expert and veteran in wind, he is frequently invited to speak at events sponsored by the American Wind Energy Association and serves on Chicago's Renewal Energy Board.

As a senior executive, Andris has nearly 25 years of management and engineering experience, with the last 11 years in the wind energy industry. Before joining Suzlon in 2004, Andris served as CEO of NEG Micon Wind Energy Corporation of North America, where he oversaw sales and construction. Prior to that, Andris focused on providing design, engineering, and construction services to the food processing industry.

A Chicago native, Andris graduated from University of Illinois with a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering and a master's degree in business administration from the University of Chicago.