Fermi appoints Larry Kellerman to board of directors – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Pexels)
Dallas, Texas – Toby Neugebauer, co-founder and largest shareholder of Fermi America, nominated Larry Kellerman for a seat on the company’s board of directors on May 1.[1][2] Kellerman, who serves as Fermi’s Chief Power Officer, accepted the nomination pending board approval.[1] The move underscores the company’s emphasis on power expertise amid its massive AI infrastructure push.
Key Figure in Fermi’s Power Strategy
Neugebauer praised Kellerman’s pivotal role in shaping Fermi’s ambitions. Kellerman architected the company’s 17-gigawatt powered data center campus in Amarillo, Texas, recognized as the largest private energy grid in America.[1][2] This project, known as Project Matador, positions Fermi to deliver behind-the-meter power to leading AI firms at scale.[3]
The nomination highlights Kellerman’s deep involvement from the project’s inception. He worked closely with Neugebauer to transform conceptual plans into operational reality. “When I came up with the idea of Project Matador, I knew that Larry Kellerman was the one person I needed to convert a really great idea into a really great reality,” Neugebauer stated.[1] Kellerman’s acceptance reflects his commitment to the enterprise.
Kellerman’s Extensive Industry Background
Kellerman brings over four decades of experience in the power sector and finance. He co-founded and serves as managing partner of Twenty First Century Utilities. Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership positions at Goldman Sachs, El Paso Corporation, and I Squared Capital.[1][2]…