Randy Steele

Founder

Randy Steele is Founder of BWRX Studio and Studio Vinci and serves as Faculty Lead for Nuclear Power Engineering Technology and Radiation Protection at Chattanooga State Community College. With over 30 years in nuclear operations, he came up through the field the long way—starting as a non-licensed operator and progressing through every level of licensed operation.

As a former Licensed Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) at TVA's Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Randy served in multiple leadership roles including Outage Manager, Work Management Manager, and Initial License Instructor. He led the BWR fleet's response to NRC post-Fukushima regulations, developing critical safety strategies for total loss scenarios.

Randy is passionate about building a "complete nuclear ecosystem" at Chattanooga State—connecting students with hands-on training, internships, and career pathways that support both current fleet operations and the future of advanced reactors. He oversees curriculum aligned with ACAD 08-006 and ABET standards while leading modernization efforts incorporating SMR-focused content and advanced simulation tools.

Through BWRX Studio and Studio Vinci, Randy is preparing Tennessee's workforce for the SMR era, supporting TVA's BWRX-300 deployment at Clinch River and other advanced reactor technologies with community education and next-generation training programs.

Duane Olcsvary

Board of Directors

Duane Olcsvary is a results-driven nuclear energy executive with over 40 years of leadership experience spanning utilities, vendors, and international nuclear projects. He currently serves as Head of Nuclear at Oppenheimer Energy and is an Energy Consultant with Next Nuclear™ LLC.

Duane's distinguished career includes serving as Vice President of Commercial Affairs at Westinghouse Electric Company (2013-2022), where he led strategic initiatives for advanced nuclear technologies. At Tennessee Valley Authority, he held senior leadership positions including Director of Contracts, Category Management, and Supply Chain (2011-2013), General Manager (2007-2008), and Senior Advisor to the COO/CEO (2006-2007).

His international experience includes serving as Advisor to the COO at Emirates Nuclear Energy Company in Abu Dhabi (2024-2025), supporting procurement of new nuclear capacity for the UAE, and as Principal Program Manager at CH2M Hill International (2008-2011) across Abu Dhabi, England, and Poland.

Duane is author of "The Age of Nuclear Exuberance: SMRs and the Future of Nuclear Power" and holds advisory board positions with multiple nuclear energy ventures. He is a licensed Project Management Professional (PMP) and FAA Part 107 Licensed UAV Pilot. An accomplished endurance athlete, Duane is a multi-marathoner with medal finishes on three continents and a Spartan Race Trifecta finisher.

Tim Cleary

Board of Directors

Tim Cleary is a seasoned nuclear executive consultant and marathoner based in Signal Mountain, Tennessee. He brings extensive leadership experience from Tennessee Valley Authority, where he served as Site Vice President at both Sequoyah Nuclear Plant and Watts Bar Nuclear Plant, overseeing operations, engineering, and site performance.

With a demonstrated history of excellence in the utilities industry, Tim is skilled in nuclear engineering, performance improvement, and operational leadership. He holds a degree from Georgia Institute of Technology and has dedicated his career to advancing nuclear safety, operational excellence, and workforce development.

Currently, Tim serves as a member of the ACAD 08-006 Advisory Council at Chattanooga State Community College, working alongside industry leaders to strengthen the Nuclear Power Engineering Technology and Radiation Protection programs. His deep operational knowledge and passion for education help ensure students learn not just the science, but the standards that define excellence in nuclear energy.

Through Signal Consulting Services, Tim provides executive consulting to nuclear utilities and organizations, leveraging decades of site leadership experience to drive performance improvement and operational excellence across the nuclear industry.

Eric Harvey

Strategic Advisor

Eric Harvey is a versatile technical professional with extensive experience in nuclear engineering, business development, and organizational strategy. As Vizier of Methods and Ingenuity at Studio Vinci LLC, Eric leads creative engineering integration with educational outreach, focusing on advanced nuclear energy technologies and inspiring the next generation of energy professionals.

With a Master of Engineering degree in Nuclear Engineering from UC Berkeley and a Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology from Thomas Edison State University, Eric brings deep technical expertise and strategic insight to BWRX Studio. His career spans multiple sectors including consulting, nuclear power generation, and real estate development.

Eric's professional experience includes serving as Principal Consultant at Elm Technical Services, where he provides comprehensive technical consulting to commercial, industrial, government, and academic partners. His nuclear industry expertise includes work as a System Design PRA Integration Engineer at TerraPower on the Natrium demonstration project, where he served as Risk Manager for the Nuclear Island Fluid Systems team.

As a military veteran and former nuclear reactor operator, Eric combines operational experience with strategic thinking to support BWRX Studio's mission of preparing Tennessee's workforce for the advanced nuclear reactor era. His collaborative approach and commitment to operational excellence make him an invaluable partner in developing training programs that support TVA's BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor deployment at Clinch River and Tennessee's emerging clean energy future.