Board of Directors

Foundation President

Adrian Carter, MBA, MEM

Fort Bend ISD
I’m Adrian D. Carter, Board President of the Texas Energy Managers Association (TEMA) and a proud member since 2016. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside some of the brightest energy professionals in Texas—collaborating to make our schools, cities, and facilities more efficient, sustainable, and forward-thinking.

I’m a two-time graduate of Prairie View A&M University, where I earned my Bachelor’s in Industrial Technology (2000) and my Executive MBA (2015). My journey has been driven by a passion for innovation, leadership, and the idea that energy management isn’t just about systems, it’s about people, performance, and progress.

Whether it’s developing smarter building strategies, mentoring emerging professionals, or strengthening partnerships across the state, I’m committed to helping move the energy management field forward—one efficient solution at a time.

“Smart energy choices today shape sustainable communities tomorrow.”
Foundation President

Fritz Deckard, AEM, CCS

Director of Maintenance and Custodial, Hardin-Jefferson ISD
Foundation, Vice President

Jim Brown

ESA
Foundation, Secretary

Erin Scheetz

NRG
Foundation, Representative

Matt Yeilding

Texas AirSystems