About Cardinal PQ: Power Quality Solutions Experts

Power Quality Expertise for Homes and Industry

Cardinal Power’s co-founders, Cody and Mark Shirah, recently appeared on PBS to discuss the critical role of power quality in protecting homes and businesses. As two of only 181 certified power quality experts worldwide, they shared insights on how their innovative solutions safeguard essential equipment and prevent costly downtime. From small residential needs to large-scale industrial solutions, Cardinal Power is dedicated to helping clients achieve reliable and efficient power quality. Watch the interview to learn how their expertise can benefit your home or business.

Mission Statement

Our mission at Cardinal Power is to be the premier provider of power quality solutions, leveraging our decades of expertise and our unique certification in power quality to enhance equipment lifespan, reduce downtime, and increase energy efficiency for our clients. We are committed to delivering unparalleled service, driven by innovation, transparency, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

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Vision Statement

At Cardinal Power, our vision is to revolutionize the electrical engineering industry by redefining the standards of power quality solutions. We envision a future where businesses thrive with optimized electrical systems, maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime, all while increasing their bottom line.

Meet the Leadership Team

  • Portrait of Mark Shirah, LEAD ENGINEER, backed by his extensive power quality and lineman experience, CPQ certification, and teaching role.

    Mark A. Shirah- CPQ

    LEAD ENGINEER

    Mark Shirah is our lead engineer that we rely on for harder power quality issues. With over 35 years of direct power quality engineering and prior lineman experience, Mark combines not only the technical aspects of engineering but also hands-on experience. Mark is one of 138 Certified Power Quality experts (CPQ) in the World and teaches a power quality thermology course at WKU.

  • Image of Cody Shirah, PRINCIPAL ENGINEER, showcasing his expertise in power quality and thermology, with a focus on sine wave analysis

    Cody Shirah

    PRINCIPAL ENGINEER

    Cody Shirah is an electrical engineer with a history of working for large electric utilities. With over 14yrs in direct power quality services ranging from distribution, transmission, solar, load forecasting and much more. Cody is a level 1 thermologist and teaches a power quality thermology course at WKU. His specialty is in sine wave analysis and deciphering PQA data.

  • Photo of Debbie Shirah, CEO of Cardinal Power, exemplifying her nurturing leadership and deep experience from sales to education.

    Debbie Shirah

    CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

    Debbie Shirah, CEO of Cardinal Power, brings a unique blend of sales acumen and educational leadership to her role. Her career began in sales, where she excelled for several years, showcasing her talent for building relationships and driving results.

    Debbie then dedicated the next 25 years to the education system, culminating in her role as a daycare director. Her experience in managing children with endless patience and a big heart prepared her well for leading a company. She knows how to keep everyone fed, happy, and motivated, traits that are invaluable in the corporate world.

    A wonderful mother and a God-loving woman, Debbie’s nurturing spirit and steadfast faith guide her in all her endeavors. Outside of work, she enjoys puzzles and sewing, hobbies that reflect her attention to detail and creativity.

    With Debbie at the helm, Cardinal Power is in capable and caring hands. She’s not just a leader; she’s the heart of the company, ensuring that both clients and team members feel valued and supported.

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