Darren Robinson Joins Fast Forward as Senior Vice President

A Kearney-area leader with deep utility and economic development experience steps in to help scale a company whose technology is now deployed in over 18 states in just 4 years!

Fast Forward is pleased to announce the appointment of Darren Robinson as Senior Vice President. Darren resides in — and has strong ties to — the Kearney community, Buffalo County, and the utility industry.

Our technology has now been deployed in over 18 states, and the scaling needs of a fast-growing startup call for experienced leadership.

“Darren brings the experience, leadership, and operational mindset that will help us scale while staying true to who we are and what has made us great.”

Dusty Birge, Founder

Prior to Fast Forward, Darren spent five years in the renewable energy space and served as President of the Economic Development Council of Buffalo County for over 11 years. He brings strong experience working with international organizations, local utilities, and larger teams — all of which are on the horizon for Fast Forward.

“I was really impressed with Switch™, an amazing software the team built and commercialized in less than a year. Switch™ is a 21st-century inspection and one-line tool — a single platform that linemen want to use. Unlike many other GIS and one-line platforms, Switch™ is truly interactive. It’s something you’ve got to see to believe. Built by Linemen, For Linemen.”

Darren Robinson, Senior Vice President

Welcoming Darren to the team, Jerry Fales, Sr. Technical Analyst and 28-year Journeyman Lineman, added: “This is one of the simplest tools for planning and system configuration that any lineman can use to help ensure they get home safely. I’m excited to have Darren lead the team to broaden our reach and positively impact more lineman.”

Fast Forward automates line patrol, inspection, and documentation of power lines for electric utilities and municipalities.
sales@ff-ai.com  |  www.ff-ai.com  |  308-455-4128