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President & CEO Burgerville Vancouver, Washington
A native of Tigard, Jeff Harvey used his education to become a major power player in California-based utility and energy companies before returning to Oregon. Now he is seeking green and sustainable solutions at Burgerville, home of sweet potato fries and Walla Walla Sweet onion rings. At Oregon State, Harvey got a degree in electrical engineering and lessons in independent living. “Going to college is one of the first major steps toward independence in your life,” says Harvey. “It was at OSU where I was able to chart my own course and my curriculum gave me sufficient opportunity to choose pathways.”Harvey’s path led him to leadership roles with PG&E Energy Services, Chevron Energy Services, and Energy Conversion Devices. He also had a hand in forming the Power Quality Service Center, a utilities alliance that educates consumers on safety and energy saving.Since 2004, Harvey has helped drive double-digit growth and positioned Burgerville to be responsible and sustainable in all aspects, including people, profitability, and community. “The biggest impact I can make is to bring purpose into the workplace,” says Harvey. “I’m always asking people why is this important — bring meaning into it.”