Honoring the values and visions of our clients.
With leadership and an extended network forming a robust team, Rivers Edge Group is well-positioned to deliver bespoke economic growth solutions while protecting community legacies.
Pioneering modern infrastructure solutions
Rivers Edge Group evolved to meet the need to build updated and more robust power and infrastructure in areas of industrial growth. Our dedication lies in providing responsible solutions that safeguard community values, legacies, and the environment, while fostering new momentum for economic development.
We understand that each client and community has its own story, vision, and objectives. That's why we place a strong emphasis on understanding these unique aspects, allowing us to craft solutions that are not only effective but also deeply aligned with the community's values and aspirations. To achieve these objectives, we have to address the central need for energy & infrastructure to achieve these visions and missions.
Rivers Edge Group Leadership
Joel Price, CEO
Jen Mahler, Director of Development and Infrastructure, and CEO Rivers Edge Development
Jeff Davis, Director of Energy and Utilities/COO, and CEO Rivers Edge Utilities
Price is an accomplished executive with over 20 years of C-Suite experience in the financial services industry. With expertise across operations, regulatory compliance, financial stewardship, asset management, alternative investments, and advisory services, he has a proven track record of driving growth, stabilizing and optimizing business operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Jeff Davis, Director of Energy and Utilities/COO, and CEO Rivers Edge Utilities
Jen Mahler, Director of Development and Infrastructure, and CEO Rivers Edge Development
Jeff Davis, Director of Energy and Utilities/COO, and CEO Rivers Edge Utilities
Mr. Davis is a global leader and forward-thinking strategist with over 30 years of experience launching engineering, developing, and operational organizations. Mr. Davis has built large industrial plants, data center facilities, as well as developing products and services across diverse industries. He has a proven track record of building
Mr. Davis is a global leader and forward-thinking strategist with over 30 years of experience launching engineering, developing, and operational organizations. Mr. Davis has built large industrial plants, data center facilities, as well as developing products and services across diverse industries. He has a proven track record of building high-performing teams and leading cross-functional initiatives that drive innovation and efficiency. Mr. Davis has collaborated closely with manufacturers to develop products serving the energy, manufacturing, and government sectors.
Jen Mahler, Director of Development and Infrastructure, and CEO Rivers Edge Development
Jen Mahler, Director of Development and Infrastructure, and CEO Rivers Edge Development
Jen Mahler, Director of Development and Infrastructure, and CEO Rivers Edge Development
With over 35 years of experience in business, project development, and business leadership, Mahler specializes in development strategies, site development, and client advisory services. She has successfully built hundreds of construction projects and businesses over the years. From small, independent retail projects to large-scale develop
With over 35 years of experience in business, project development, and business leadership, Mahler specializes in development strategies, site development, and client advisory services. She has successfully built hundreds of construction projects and businesses over the years. From small, independent retail projects to large-scale developments with mixed-use services and a wide variety of infrastructure needs, Jen uses out-of-the-box thinking and identifies opportunities for future growth and staying power for her clients. Mahler has worked globally in the sustainable energy industry and has identified and implemented alternative energy production and efficiencies as an extension of her development work. Mahler holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Environmental Science from the University of California, Davis.
Wayne Smith, Co-Founder
Todd Ostrander, Co-Founder
Wayne Smith, Co-Founder
With over 20 years of experience in business and technology leadership, Smith specializes in business strategy, product development, and investment advisory. He has successfully scaled software and financial service companies, from Fortune 100 firms to startups, and across cleantech, identity verification, and consumer electronics sectors
With over 20 years of experience in business and technology leadership, Smith specializes in business strategy, product development, and investment advisory. He has successfully scaled software and financial service companies, from Fortune 100 firms to startups, and across cleantech, identity verification, and consumer electronics sectors. Smith’s global impact spans North America, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC, with specific management expertise in Luxembourg. Smith holds as master’s degree in Entrepreneurial Studies from the University of Washington.
Kurt Watson, Co-Founder
Todd Ostrander, Co-Founder
Wayne Smith, Co-Founder
An accomplished military veteran and executive, Watson brings over 30 years of leadership and innovation in the healthcare industry. An award-winning professional, he has partnered with Fortune 100 companies like Novartis and Takeda, as well as cutting-edge startups. His expertise spans sales, marketing, management, business development,
An accomplished military veteran and executive, Watson brings over 30 years of leadership and innovation in the healthcare industry. An award-winning professional, he has partnered with Fortune 100 companies like Novartis and Takeda, as well as cutting-edge startups. His expertise spans sales, marketing, management, business development, sustainability, and strategic growth. Watson holds a master’s degree in business administration with emphasis in healthcare management from Keller Graduate School of Management of Devry, as well as a master’s degree in education from Northern Illinois University.
Todd Ostrander, Co-Founder
Todd Ostrander, Co-Founder
Todd Ostrander, Co-Founder
Since 1997, Ostrander has built a distinguished career as an investment banker and M&A consultant, serving as CEO of multiple firms. While primarily focused on the technology sector, he also has extensive experience in real estate. Skilled at connecting companies with investors, he has a proven track record of transforming innovative idea
Since 1997, Ostrander has built a distinguished career as an investment banker and M&A consultant, serving as CEO of multiple firms. While primarily focused on the technology sector, he also has extensive experience in real estate. Skilled at connecting companies with investors, he has a proven track record of transforming innovative ideas into successful, market-ready ventures. Ostrander holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Pacific Lutheran University. Distinguished career as an investment banker and M&A consultant, serving as CEO of multiple firms. While primarily focused on the technology sector, also extensive experience in real estate. Skilled at connecting companies with investors, a proven track record of transforming innovative ideas into successful, market-ready ventures.
Steven Zubkoff, Co-Founder
Todd Ostrander, Co-Founder
Todd Ostrander, Co-Founder
Zubkoff is an Executive Chairman of Associated Financial Inc., a vertically integrated real estate investment trust and private mortgage bank. He has extensive experience in the valuation and securitization of asset-backed securities in the USA and internationally. Zubkoff began his career in the development and financing of affordable ho
Zubkoff is an Executive Chairman of Associated Financial Inc., a vertically integrated real estate investment trust and private mortgage bank. He has extensive experience in the valuation and securitization of asset-backed securities in the USA and internationally. Zubkoff began his career in the development and financing of affordable housing in the USA, South Africa, and Mexico. He is a founder and Director of StudyNet Foundation, an online educational platform dedicated to creating and distributing quality academic digital content. His project portfolio includes Green Tech Innovator, Green Sandwich Technologies, Porteon Electric Vehicles, Habitat for Humanity, the Jimmy Carter Work Project, and Loreto Bay Resorts.