This month, Crescent Power Systems proudly celebrates 30 years of dedication, innovation, and resilience as a trusted family-owned engineering firm in the power solutions industry. From humble beginnings in a New Orleans basement in 1994, our founder Matt Colosino set out to redefine power distribution solutions. With his tireless commitment to trust, quality, and integrity, CPS has evolved from a startup to an industry leader with a dynamic team and an expanding presence.
Matt’s mission was simple yet ambitious: to build a firm that couples innovative, cost-effective engineered solutions with world-class suppliers. In the three decades since, CPS has remained true to this vision. Together with his wife and co-owner Donna and their son Junior, who serves as our Chief Technical Officer, the Colosino family has cultivated a company culture grounded in respect, collaboration, and an unwavering dedication to excellence. For us, success is measured not only by growth but by the long-lasting partnerships we’ve built with clients, vendors, and team members alike.
Reflecting on CPS’s journey, Matt shares that, if he could offer advice to his younger self, he’d say, “Buckle up; it’s going to be a wild ride. Build a strong team, give them the tools for success, trust your instincts, work hard, play hard, and enjoy life.” Donna, echoing his sentiment, emphasizes the transformative nature of their work: “This will be life-changing in every way. Show up every day with a commitment to the team, to learning, and to an excellent customer experience.” Junior notes that “Your best customers will come from when you handled your mistakes with over-communication and grace on both sides, vendor and customer.”
Our company’s ability to adapt to industry changes and challenges has been critical to our sustained success. Through consistent innovation and strong networking, we’ve shifted from a stocking distributor to the first Oil & Gas integrator, and now to an industry-leading Electrical Power Systems Integrator. This evolution has been driven by our commitment to understanding the needs of our customers and the marketplace. “We stay close to all the dynamics that impact success: our team, our industry, technology, suppliers, and performance,” says Matt. This dedication to staying agile has enabled CPS to not only keep pace but also set a high standard within the industry.
While our technical capabilities have expanded over the years, our core values remain the same. We continue to prioritize treating customers and employees with respect, hiring and developing a strong team of smart, persistent, committed professionals, and fostering an environment where professionalism and camaraderie go hand in hand. Donna describes our culture as one where team members are “challenged to grow professionally and personally” while also enjoying a workplace that celebrates both hard work and moments of laughter.
Our company culture has been foundational to our success and longevity. We are more than just a team; we’re a family that values hard work, camaraderie, and respect. Our workplace fosters collaboration and mutual support, where each individual’s growth is encouraged and celebrated. We’ve created an atmosphere where team members not only work together but genuinely care about each other’s well-being. This family-oriented culture has helped us attract and retain dedicated professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. Our company culture leverages our deep understanding of each other’s strengths, creating a resilient team that thrives in both challenges and achievements.
As we look to the future, CPS remains committed to its mission: to provide optimized, innovative power solutions while nurturing the next generation of skilled engineers and maintaining our trusted partnerships. Our vision includes sustainable growth and further expansion as we continue to provide value-added solutions that keep pace with an ever-changing industry. And our commitment to our team will continue to be unwavering: “We will always support our team members and their families,” Donna says. “We will grow sustainably and continue to make our mark with a team that exceeds expectations.”
Thank you to everyone who has been part of the Crescent Power Systems journey. Here’s to 30 more years of trusted partnerships, innovative solutions, and a commitment to excellence that knows no bounds.