Team

Ed Gluckman

Ed is a global entrepreneur with a track record of growing high-performance businesses in emerging industries. He built Africa’s largest C&I solar PV company - developing 300+ MW for leading property funds - and has led ventures across renewable energy, engineering, and tech. His career spans four continents and is anchored by a belief in lifelong learning.

Ken Ross

Ken is a Chartered Engineer with extensive experience in energy efficiency, solar PV, and carbon project development. He co-founded and led Africa’s largest C&I solar PV company, delivering 300+ MW of projects and shaping renewable and net-zero strategies for major property portfolios across the continent.

Dave Colley

Dave is an ICAEW-trained Chartered Accountant with global experience across four countries and more than 20 markets. As a Lean Certified operator, he leads diverse technical teams and delivers scalable, first-time-right solutions. He’s recognised for blending detailed financial rigour with strategic perspective to deliver clear, actionable insights.

Chris Luckhurst

Chris brings 25+ years of commercial and operational experience across North America and EMEA. After starting in commodities trading, he spent the past 15 years building Energy-as-a-Service models and driving C&I solar growth. He has led commercial strategy, development, and financial structuring for projects across the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.

John Ross

John Ross, a UK Chartered Engineer, brings 40+ years of structural and civil engineering experience across Africa. He now focuses on designing robust, compliant solar PV systems - both rooftop and ground-mounted - combining technical precision with practical, long-lasting solutions.

Carlo da Silva

Carlo, a seasoned Creative Director, brings 25+ years of experience leading campaigns and rebranding initiatives across film, TV, print, digital, and social media. Formerly running a boutique design agency in Cape Town, he now shapes creative direction for global clients in the US, UK, and Australia.

Tony Lubner

Tony is an entrepreneur and philanthropist with 25+ years leading major agricultural, property, renewable energy, and tourism ventures. He also served as a director for Africa’s largest C&I solar company and is actively involved in social and environmental initiatives, including WWF and several charitable foundations.

Dave Savage

Dave is a seasoned property professional with over 30 years of experience, including 25 years expanding the Abcon Group nationally. He played a key role in listing the Pivotal Fund and now manages the company’s renewable energy portfolio, deploying 20+ MW of assets and creating multiple high-yield energy funds.

Chris Neser

Chris, a CA(SA), brings deep experience in investment advisory, private equity, and asset management. He helped list the Pivotal Fund and Tadvest Limited and now drives Abcon Group’s renewable energy initiatives, deploying 20+ MW of assets and establishing multiple high-yield energy funds.