SunPower Appoints Tom Kowalczuk as CFO to Lead Financial Transformation and Support Acquisition-Led Growth

SunPower Inc. has appointed Tom Kowalczuk as its new Chief Financial Officer, strengthening the company’s leadership team as it advances its turnaround strategy and acquisition-led growth following its restructuring.

Kowalczuk will report to T. J. Rodgers, who said the appointment aligns with the company’s focus on building robust financial processes while integrating future acquisitions. Rodgers highlighted Kowalczuk’s experience in financial leadership and business transformation, noting their previous collaboration at Bespoken Spirits.

Before joining SunPower, Kowalczuk served as CFO of Bespoken Spirits, where he led financial transformation initiatives, including revenue growth, cost optimization, and reduced cash burn. Prior to that, he spent 15 years at Beam Suntory, holding several finance leadership roles and overseeing financial operations supporting manufacturing activities generating more than $2 billion in annual revenue. He holds an MBA from the University of Chicago, bachelor’s degrees in accounting and finance from Northeastern Illinois University, and is a Certified Public Accountant.

Commenting on his appointment, Kowalczuk said he was attracted by the opportunity to help rebuild one of the solar industry’s longest-standing companies. Founded in 1985, SunPower has been undergoing a transformation after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2024. He said his immediate priorities include establishing a high-performing finance organization, strengthening internal controls, streamlining financial operations, and creating a unified financial reporting and operating model to support the company’s long-term growth strategy.

The appointment comes as SunPower continues to rebuild its operations under the leadership of Rodgers, with a focus on disciplined expansion, financial governance, and creating long-term value for customers, employees, and shareholders.