Author: Amy Fitzgerald

Centerstream, a district energy developer, owner, and operator, today announced the appointment of Sameer Qureshi as Chief Commercial Officer. In this role, Qureshi will lead the company’s commercial strategy, deal origination efforts, and the development of long-term energy service agreements with municipal, institutional, and large-scale real estate clients.

Qureshi brings nearly two decades of experience across energy infrastructure finance, project development, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial strategy. Throughout his career, he has structured more than $4 billion in transactions, led $1.7 billion in acquisitions, and helped build commercial frameworks that generated more than $36 million in recurring EBITDA through long-term customer partnerships.

“Sameer brings a rare combination of commercial leadership, transaction expertise, and deep district energy experience,” said Mason Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Centerstream. “As we continue to grow our platform, his ability to structure strategic partnerships and create long-term value will be a tremendous asset to our customers and our business.”

Most recently, Qureshi served as Chief Commercial Officer at Cordia, a KKR portfolio company, where he led commercial strategy and origination across the company’s district energy portfolio. Previously, he was Director of Acquisitions & Structuring at Clearway Energy Group, leading campus and district energy acquisitions, project development, and public-private partnership transactions. He began his career at NRG Energy, where he spent more than a decade structuring project finance, tax-exempt financing, and tax-equity transactions across conventional and renewable energy assets nationwide.

“I am excited to join Centerstream at a time of significant opportunity for district energy and distributed infrastructure,” said Qureshi. “Centerstream’s approach to building long-term partnerships aligns closely with my experience and passion for developing innovative energy solutions. I look forward to helping expand the platform and deliver value for our customers and communities.”

The addition of Qureshi further strengthens Centerstream’s leadership team as the company continues to expand its district energy platform and deliver sustainable energy infrastructure solutions that support the evolving needs of municipalities, institutions, and large-scale real estate developments.

About Centerstream

Centerstream is a district energy network and distributed energy developer, owner, and operator that co-develops energy and real estate priorities and builds long-term partnership structures with its customers. Centerstream works upstream, where energy and real estate planning intersect, helping partners translate long-range plans and capital constraints into executable district energy projects. The company offers customized financing, development, and operational structures for both existing and new energy systems. As an investor and operator, Centerstream prioritizes accountability and superior performance through strict KPIs and high operational standards. Centerstream is committed to developing customer-centric partnerships and fostering sustainable, long-term energy solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Learn more at centerstream.com.

“Wayne’s experience across high-impact infrastructure markets strengthens our ability to build partnerships where district energy is developed alongside broader planning and capital priorities,” said Mason Miller, CEO of Centerstream. “We take a hands-on approach, bringing together development, engineering, finance, and delivery early, so our partners can move from ideas to built projects with clarity and momentum.”

“I am excited to join Centerstream at a time of significant growth and opportunity in the energy infrastructure space,” said Barnett. “I look forward to working with this exceptional team to expand strategic partnerships, advance development initiatives, and deliver long-term solutions with meaningful community impact.”

Barnett holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Montreat College and a graduate certificate in economic development from the University of Pennsylvania’s Fels Institute of Government.

About Centerstream

Centerstream, a district energy network and distributed energy developer, owner, and operator dedicated to providing efficient, reliable, and forward-thinking energy solutions to its partners, today announced the appointment of Thomas Pike as Vice President, Development Engineering.

In his role, Pike will lead Centerstream’s front-end engineering and technical solution development for greenfield, brownfield, and publicly procured projects, shaping district energy concepts from early screening through front-end engineering design (FEED).

“Tom’s depth of technical expertise and proven leadership across complex energy environments make him a critical addition to Centerstream’s team,” said Mason Miller, CEO of Centerstream. “His ability to guide projects from concept through financial close and into execution strengthens our fully integrated model – delivering disciplined, high-performance solutions at scale.”

“Centerstream’s advantage is pairing energy infrastructure expertise with real estate execution discipline, so projects fit the development timeline, the operating reality, and the long-term user experience,” Miller added.

Pike has directed public-private partnership (PPP) technical negotiations and development for major campus energy programs, including Syracuse University’s combined heat and power project and Eastern Michigan University’s energy conservation program. He has also managed the financial close for PPP concessions at institutions including Howard University and Georgetown University.

“I am excited to join Centerstream and contribute to a platform that prioritizes technical rigor, long-term performance, and collaborative delivery,” said Pike. “I look forward to working with the team to develop innovative energy solutions that meet the evolving needs of our partners.”

Prior to joining Centerstream, Pike served in senior engineering and development roles at CenTrio and ENGIE North America, where he oversaw full lifecycle delivery of district energy and renewable projects. Throughout his more than 35-year career, he has led technical development for energy infrastructure projects exceeding $1 billion.

About Centerstream

Centerstream is a district energy network and distributed energy developer, owner, and operator

dedicated to providing efficient, reliable, and forward-thinking energy solutions to its partners including universities, hospitals, municipalities, data centers, sports complexes, and mixed-use developments. With a focus on aligning with our customers’ unique objectives, we offer customized financing, development, and operational structures for both existing and new energy systems. Our comprehensive approach integrates feasibility studies, design, construction, financing, and long-term operations, ensuring seamless delivery and measurable results. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and proven practices, Centerstream reduces energy consumption, lowers operating costs, and promotes environmental responsibility. As an investor and operator, we prioritize accountability and superior performance through strict KPIs and high operational standards. With a mission to become the fastest-growing district energy company in the United States, Centerstream is committed to developing customer-centric partnerships and fostering sustainable, long-term energy solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Learn more at centerstream.com.

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We recently had the pleasure of hosting members of ASHRAE St. Louis Chapter for a tour of Centerstream’s upgraded district energy facility in downtown St. Louis, along with a presentation on its history and transformation into a modern, high-performance energy hub.

Guests learned about the plant’s history and saw firsthand how we’ve modernized the system to deliver reliable, efficient energy to critical infrastructure across the city.

Thank you to everyone from ASHRAE who joined us!