Sarasota solar company owner to lead state trade association board

The Florida Solar Energy Industries Association elected a Sarasota businessman president of its board. The election occurred during the association’s Aug. 27 board meeting in Fort Myers.

Established in 1977, the trade association is dedicated to protecting and promoting the solar industry’s interests in Florida.

Bill Johnson, president and founder of Brilliant Harvest in Sarasota, will serve a two-year term as president. He has been on the board since 2017, most recently serving as treasurer, according to a statement. His company focuses on residential and commercial solar installations as well as battery backup systems for clients from Ocala to Naples, according to the statement.