Cinterra Welcomes Matt Massarelli as General Counsel Amid Rapid Expansion in Renewable Energy Sector

HOPE MILLS, N.C., June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cinterra, a national leader in electrical infrastructure and utility-scale solar development, announced that Matt Massarelli has joined the company as General Counsel. With a track record of leading legal strategy for some of the most complex and capital-intensive energy projects in the U.S., Massarelli brings deep industry expertise and a business-forward legal approach to the executive team. He will report directly to CEO Shelby Barbier and will play a key role in shaping the legal framework for Cinterra's next phase of strategic growth.

"Being General Counsel at Cinterra is more than managing legal risk. It's about helping our teams and projects move forward with clarity, consistency, and confidence," said Massarelli. "I'm excited to support the delivery of critical energy infrastructure across the country and to contribute to Cinterra's continued growth in a way that's grounded in sound judgment, operational alignment, and customer focus."

He holds a J.D., cum laude, from Case Western Reserve University School of Law and a B.S. in Finance from Miami University.

"Matt's legal experience and ability to balance business goals with thoughtful counsel will be instrumental as we expand into new markets," said Shelby Barbier, CEO of Cinterra. "He brings a wealth of legal and operational knowledge from decades of supporting energy and infrastructure projects. His expertise in managing legal risk, navigating regulatory requirements, and negotiating high-value contracts will directly support our customers, our teams, and our continued growth. We are incredibly excited to have him on board."

About Cinterra

Cinterra, formerly Directional Services, Inc. (DSI), provides specialized electrical infrastructure and utility-scale solar renewable energy development services to some of the nation's leading energy providers, EPCs, private industry, and public utilities. The company offers construction, operation, and maintenance services that bring electric power and renewable energy to millions across North America. In business since 2005, Cinterra is headquartered in Hope Mills, North Carolina, with operations nationwide. Learn more at www.cinterra.com. 

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