Staff

Brian Tymann, Director of Operations, is the founder and former owner of Hydroscapes Inc., an aquatic landscaping company. Brian brings years of experience and a broad knowledge of local service market to Sun Stream, and having been raised on the East End of Long Island, he has a vested interest in the social and economic welfare of the Hamptons. A graduate of Southampton College, he focused his studies on Environmental Science. He serves on various boards and committees and is involved with many local charities and organizations. Brian is a former member of the Southampton Town Conservation Board, he’s a long time member of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island’s East End Advisory Council, and he is an active member of the Shinnecock Marlin and Tuna Club. In 2007, Brian was successful in his first run for public office, becoming a Southampton Town Trustee.
Kerri Danega, Administrative Assistant, came to Sun Stream USA with 5 years experience as the Office Manager of a prominent East End landscaping company. A native of Long Island, Kerri re-located from Lindenhurst to Westhampton Beach in 2002. She is an accomplished photographer, attending college as a part-time student studying photography. Kerri is committed to customer service and her friendly voice makes those who are interested in renewable energy feel comfortable and well taken care of.
Paul T. Smith Jr., Director of Sales and Marketing, Paul T. Smith, Jr., Director of Sales & Marketing; Prior to his role at
Sun Stream USA, Paul spent 18 successful years working in the
advertising sales business in New York City; Most notably as the
Director of International Advertising Sales and Sponsorship Development
at ESPN. Paul is a Long Island native who grew up in Garden City,
attended Chaminade High School and is a graduate of the University of
Richmond.  He has owned property in the Hamptons since 2001.  Paul has
extensive training in the renewable energy business, and has a passion
for recommending ways in which his clients can lower their LIPA bills.
He is a founding member of the Hamptons Green Alliance.  He is currently
a board member of the Long Island Solar Energy Industries Association
(LISEIA).
Eric Seidel, Accounts Manager
Eric B. Seidel, a native of Ross California, has lived on Long Island for the past 5 years with his wife and two children. Eric studied meteorology at UC Berkeley and has worked in the residential construction field as a carpenter before entering the field of renewable energy. In addition to his long-time interest in renewable energy, Eric enjoys fly fishing and sailing and is an avid soccer player. Eric is dedicated to the renewable energy field, and brings sincerity, knowledge and care, delivering excellent customer service.
Barbara S. Rizzi
Barbara S. Rizzi was born and raised a true Long Islander, always enjoying the beaches and parks.  Barbara graduated magna cum laude from Dowling College in 1993 and received her CPA license while working with Holtz Rubenstein CPA in Melville.  During Barbara’s college internship, she had the great opportunity of starting her business relationship with John Tortorella. She handled the books and records of the various Tortorella business entities throughout college and while employed at Holtz Rubenstein.  In 1999, as the companies’ growth continued, Barbara made the Tortorella group her home. Barbara sees being a member of the Sun Stream USA team as a very rewarding experience, sharing the same passion for being ecologically responsible and making a difference in the future of our planet.