Michael Lauchaire has extensive experience in program management, particularly within the energy sector. At Central Hudson since July 2015, Michael has held multiple roles including Program Manager for Research & Development and Innovation, Energy Efficiency Program Manager, and Energy Efficiency Program Analyst. Prior to this, Michael served as a Board Member for the Regional Chamber of Commerce Foundation at New Paltz from January 2019 to February 2021, and as a Senior Sales Consultant and Operations Manager at New York State Solar Farm from February 2013 to April 2015. Michael began their career at Mohonk Mountain House as an Assistant Dining Room Manager and later worked as an Accounts Manager at Merrill Lynch. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from SUNY New Paltz, completed in 2004.