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Biographical Sketch:
- BS, 1972 - State University of New York - Physics
- Eric L. Simpkins, Vice President of Business Development with IdaTech, and is responsible for managing and directing government affairs, and developing strategic programs with government agencies. He has established programs with the U.S. Department of Energy, Department of Defense, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force. Prior to joining IdaTech, Mr. Simpkins spent eight years as VP – Business Development for FuelCell Energy Inc. Prior, he led teams that conducted manned and robotic space missions for National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Simpkins is a past President and a current member of the Executive Committee for the U.S. Fuel Cell Council. Mr. Simpkins has provided counsel to the U.S. Congress and five Administrations on fuel cell issues. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in physics from the State University of New York.