The team formed during the Avatar Ignite program in 2022. Heidi-Lynne Balasch, Benny Eapen, Mo Zeidani, Alex Medina and Sebastien Lee all came together to create the vision of Duat Energy. 

At the heart of our startup, with just five passionate founding members, lies a vibrant team culture driven by our core values: Innovation, Sustainability, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. We embrace creativity and out-of-the-box thinking, constantly seeking new possibilities in the energy industry. Our commitment to sustainability fuels our determination to develop environmentally responsible energy solutions. Even at this early stage, integrity is paramount to us; we conduct ourselves with honesty and respect. Collaboration is key to our success as we work closely together to achieve shared goals. As we take our first steps, we are dedicated to delivering excellence in everything we do, refining our offerings to meet future customer needs. Our cohesive and dynamic culture propels us forward on our exciting startup journey, shaping the future of Duat Energy with passion and purpose.