What Brilliant Harvest does

Brilliant Harvest, LLC is a privately held solar energy installation company headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, founded in 2009 by Bill Johnson. The company designs, engineers, installs, and services photovoltaic (PV) solar systems for residential, commercial, municipal, and nonprofit customers across Southwest Florida, including Sarasota, Bradenton, Englewood, Lakewood Ranch, North Port, Siesta Key, St. Petersburg, and Venice. Its core products include residential rooftop solar installations, commercial solar arrays for warehouses and government buildings, Tesla Powerwall and Powerpack battery storage systems, and Tesla Solar Roof tile installations delivered in partnership with Roofing by Curry. The company holds NABCEP certification, Florida state electrical and solar contractor licenses, and Tesla Energy Certified Installer status, with a differentiated specialization in hurricane-rated mounting systems engineered to Florida High-Velocity Hurricane Zone standards.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer, consultation-led model with no dealer or reseller network. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time system sales and installations (covering panels, inverters, mounting, engineering, permitting, and labor), supplemented by battery storage add-ons, ongoing maintenance and repair services, and PACE financing facilitation. The customer base is bifurcated between distributed residential homeowners and concentrated commercial/institutional accounts, including Sarasota County facilities, Ringling College, State College of Florida, multiple nonprofits, and civic organizations. With 51-100 employees and 5 MW cumulatively installed since 2009, the company is a mid-sized regional specialist rather than a national-scale operator.

Strategic positioning emphasizes local credibility, technical certifications, and hurricane-resilience expertise. The founder's 2024 election as president of the Florida Solar Energy Industries Association (FlaSEIA) extends the company's policy influence. The 2026 seed funding round and Thrive Top 50 AgTech Rising Stars recognition suggest emerging interest in agricultural solar applications, though the core business remains firmly in conventional residential and commercial PV installation.

Name

Brilliant Harvest

Legal name

Brilliant Harvest, LLC

Website

https://brilliantharvest.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Brilliant Harvest is a Sarasota, Florida-based solar energy installation company serving residential, commercial, municipal, and nonprofit customers across Southwest Florida since 2009, with NABCEP-certified, hurricane-rated PV systems, Tesla Powerwall integration, and battery storage offerings.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Installation Services

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Renewable Distributed Generation (Rooftop/Onsite Solar, Small Wind, Small Hydro) (EUACALAJ), Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems (IMADAFAO), Solar Panel Cleaning (HSAEAJAL), Solar Balance-of-System Components (Cables, Combiner Boxes, Switchgear, Transformers) (EUAMABAG)

Keywords

• Residential solar installation
• Commercial solar systems
• Battery energy storage
• Solar panel maintenance
• Photovoltaic system design

Headquarters

HQ city

Sarasota

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Solar PV System Sales and Installation: One-time sale and professional installation of solar photovoltaic systems for residential and commercial customers. Revenue is generated from the full system cost including equipment (panels, inverters, mounting), engineering, permitting, installation labor, and utility interconnection. Systems range from residential rooftop arrays to large commercial installations on warehouses, municipal buildings, and civic facilities.
2. Battery Storage Systems (Tesla Powerwall/Powerpack): Sale and installation of Tesla battery storage products, either as standalone additions or integrated with new solar installations. Provides backup power capability for homes and businesses.
3. Solar Maintenance and Repair Services: Ongoing service contracts and repair services for existing solar installations, including panel maintenance, system monitoring, and performance optimization.
4. PACE Financing Facilitation: The company facilitates Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing programs for both residential and commercial customers, enabling solar adoption throughProperty tax assessment-based financing rather than upfront purchase.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Brilliant Harvest designs, develops, constructs, and operates solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for residential, commercial, municipal, and nonprofit customers in Southwest Florida. The company sells and installs solar panel systems, Tesla Powerwall/Powerpack battery storage, and Tesla Solar Roof tile systems, and provides ongoing maintenance, repair, and monitoring services.

Product overview

Brilliant Harvest is a solar energy company providing a comprehensive suite of solar installation and related services for residential, commercial, and municipal customers in Southwest Florida since 2009. The core offerings center on photovoltaic (PV) solar panel installation services for homes and businesses, with a portfolio of add-on modules including Tesla battery storage products (Powerwall for residential and Powerpack for commercial), Tesla Solar Roof integration, maintenance and repair services, municipal solar installations, and financing options through PACE programs. The company operates as a full-service solar contractor handling every stage from initial consultation and engineering through permitting, installation, and ongoing monitoring. Notable partnerships include being a Tesla Energy Certified Installer for Powerwall products and a collaboration with Roofing by Curry for Tesla Solar Roof installations. Key differentiators include specialization in Florida's hurricane-prone climate with storm-rated mounting hardware, experience since 2009 with 5MW installed capacity, and certifications including NABCEP and state contractor licenses.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Solar Installation Complete solar PV installation services for homeowners in Southwest Florida, including consultation, system design, permitting, installation, and ongoing monitoring. Covers asphalt shingle, metal, standing seam, and tile roof types with hurricane-rated mounting systems.
• Commercial Solar Installation Solar power systems for businesses, civic organizations, nonprofits, and government entities including warehouses, storage facilities, and municipal buildings. Covers design through installation with focus on commercial energy needs and demand charge reduction.
• Tesla Powerwall Home Battery Tesla residential battery storage system (Powerwall 2 and Powerwall 3) paired with solar installations. Provides backup power during outages, stores excess solar energy, and enables energy independence.
• Commercial Energy Storage

Quantifiable outcome

• 5 MW of solar projects installed since 2009
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Roofing by CurrycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 April 2022Since mid-2022, Brilliant Harvest has been collaborating with Roofing by Curry on the installation of Tesla Solar Tile Roofs in Southwest Florida. The partnership has completed nine projects including 36 Powerwalls totaling 231kW, primarily in the Sarasota-Manatee region. This partnership enables integrated roof-and-solar solutions for homeowners needing full roof replacements combined with solar adoption.
• Tesla EnergycoreTechnology or IntegrationBrilliant Harvest is a Tesla Energy Certified Installer, authorized to procure and install Tesla Powerwall home batteries, Tesla Powerpack commercial batteries, and Tesla Solar Roof tiles. This certification represents a significant credential and enables the company to offer Tesla's residential and commercial energy storage product lines. The partnership has enabled dozens of installations including 36+ Powerwall deployments through the Roofing by Curry collaboration.
• Sarasota CountyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrilliant Harvest is working on solar installations for two brand-new county facilities being built by Sarasota County, contributing to the county's sustainability goals. The company also completed solar installations for multiple Sarasota County government buildings including the Planning and Development Services building and the Mosquito Management facility.
• Partners for Green PlacesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCross-sector sustainability partnership launched in October 2019 to encourage organizations and businesses to commit to energy efficiency and sustainability. Brilliant Harvest is listed as a partner helping create 'Green Places' through solar installations for participating organizations.
• Florida Solar Energy Industries Association (FlaSEIA)coreOthersBill Johnson, founder and president of Brilliant Harvest, was elected to the FlaSEIA board in 2017 and elected board president in August 2024 for a two-year term. FlaSEIA is dedicated to protecting and promoting the interests of the solar energy industry in Florida. This leadership position provides industry influence, networking, and advocacy for pro-solar policies.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ADT Solar: ADT Solar (formerly known as Sunpro Solar and now part of ADT Inc.) is a residential solar installer operating across the US. Both companies serve residential homeowners with rooftop solar, battery storage, and consultation-led direct sales motion.
• Blue Raven Solar: Blue Raven Solar is a residential solar installer offering financing-inclusive solar systems across multiple states. Both companies compete in direct-to-consumer residential solar with similar sales motion and battery storage add-ons.
• Semper Solaris: Semper Solaris is a residential and commercial solar installer operating in California, Arizona, and Texas with a focus on veteran employment. Comparable as a multi-state residential/commercial installer with battery storage offerings and direct sales approach.
• SunPower: SunPower designs, manufactures, and installs residential and commercial solar systems with strong Florida presence. Both companies compete in residential and commercial rooftop solar, with SunPower offering its own panel manufacturing alongside installation services.
• Tesla Energy: Tesla Energy sells and installs Solar Roof, Powerwall, and Powerpack products directly to homeowners and businesses, with Florida installation coverage. Brilliant Harvest is a Tesla Energy Certified Installer, making Tesla both a key product supplier and a direct competitor for integrated solar+storage customers in Florida.
• Momentum Solar: Momentum Solar is a vertically integrated residential solar installer operating across multiple states including Florida. Both companies focus on direct-to-consumer residential solar sales with battery storage options and in-house installation crews.
• Sunrun: Sunrun is the largest US residential solar installer with national operations including Florida. Both companies offer residential rooftop solar with battery storage attach and direct-to-consumer sales motion, competing head-to-head for Southwest Florida homeowners.
• Palmetto Solar: Palmetto Solar is a residential and commercial solar platform with operations across multiple southeastern and southwestern states. Both companies compete in residential rooftop solar with battery storage attach and offer asset management/maintenance services.
• Trinity Solar: Trinity Solar is one of the largest privately held US residential solar installers with operations across the eastern US. Both companies employ direct-to-consumer sales motion, in-house installation crews, and offer solar+battery storage solutions to homeowners.
• Freedom Forever: Freedom Forever is a residential solar installer with operations across multiple states. Both companies focus on direct-to-consumer residential solar installation with battery storage options and in-house installation crews.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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