About

Penncara Energy, LLC (“Penncara™”) is pioneering the scalable production of synthetic carbon pitch, a critical input for synthetic graphite, nuclear-grade graphite, graphite electrodes, lithium-ion battery anodes, aerospace-grade carbon composites, and advanced industrial applications.

Our Mission: to fortify domestic supply chains and reduce U.S dependence on foreign raw materials through sustainable, high-performance pitch manufacturing.

Our Leadership Team

  • James Swistock

    CHAIRMAN & CO-FOUNDER

    Launched PennCara in 1999. 
Led major synthetic fuel projects in PA and OH, including six-plants.

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  • Gregory J. Pilewicz

    CEO & HEAD OF OPERATIONS

    Brings two decades of executive leadership in renewable fuels, energy, steel, and finance. Former President/COO at JSCE Global and Esmark, Inc

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  • Michael J. Corless

    TREASURER, CFO & CO-FOUNDER

    CPA with 40+ years in energy-sector tax strategy. Formerly with Coopers & Lybrand; founded Corless & Associates.

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  • A.H. Stiller

    PHD & SENIOR SCIENTIST

    Coal and Carbon Expert with 47+ years of research, 46 U.S. patents, and 75+ publications. Professor Emeritus at WVU

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  • Louis Prosperi

    GENERAL COUNSEL

    Tax and Corporate Law Specialist with 40+ years of experience. Former partner at Reed Smith LLP.

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  • Jennifer Swistock

    DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & DEVELOPMENT

    A Diverse background in business development across energy tech, finance, and nutrition. Co-founder of nonprofit Community Bite

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