We started Zpryme’s Speed Rounds a few years ago because some of the best moments happened after the interview. From Google’s Vint Cerf to Austin Energy’s Karl Popham, those last few minutes where people relax, laugh, and the another personality shows up.

Elise Roy and Vint Cerf chello out, while Rich Ahee tunes up.

Our first one with Jigar Shah set the tone. Filmed on San Antonio’s River Walk, it was the perfect example. He went from commercial solar to good vibrations, like that’s just the gear he lives in.

Jigar Shah in San Antonio getting his belly laugh on.

Part of why we love doing these? It’s important to pause and enjoy the moment. The energy industry is full of personality, creativity, and unexpected fun.

SMUD's Brand Bolden witnessing some sunshine.

And new rounds with SMUD’s Brandy Bolden and Oracle’s Carlos Thomas reminded us why we wanted to do them again.

Carlos Thomas of Oracle hosting a Cybertruck tour.

So we’re bringing it back into the mix. Quick, human, fun. A little window into the humans of energy and a bit of a reveal behind the roles.