NEW YORK, NY, October 16, 2025 – Today, Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) recognized Richard E. Walsh, Chief Executive Officer of Madison Energy Infrastructure, as one of the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2025 at its Builders and Innovators Summit in Healdsburg, California.

Goldman Sachs selected Richard Walsh from multiple industries to be honored at the two-day event.  

Founded in 2019 by co-founders Walsh, Jack Hachmann, and Steven Cunningham, Madison Energy Infrastructure has grown into a leading ecosystem for distributed clean energy infrastructure. Today, Madison owns and operates nearly 1 GW of clean energy assets across more than 25 states and continues to expand its reach while upholding its core promise to customers—delivering exceptional value with certainty, speed, and trust.

“Goldman’s recognition of Madison at this year’s Builders and Innovators Summit is a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and creativity of our team, “ said Walsh. “I’m truly honored to join a cohort of tenacious entrepreneurs and I look forward to applying what I learn at the summit to drive continued growth and impact at Madison.”

“We are pleased to recognize Richard Walsh as one of the most exceptional entrepreneurs of 2025,” said David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs. “The Madison team have not only built a successful enterprise, they are redefining industry paradigms. This year’s Summit has brought together many of the best business minds to talk about harnessing the full potential of AI and building the next generation of businesses.”  

In its 14th year, Goldman’s Builders and Innovators Summit is the can’t miss gathering for Founders and CEOs of hypergrowth companies. Previous honorees have gone on to lead multi-billion dollar companies, both in the private and public markets. In addition to honoring the most exceptional entrepreneurs each year, the Summit consists of general sessions and clinics led by seasoned entrepreneurs, academics and business leaders as well as resident scholars.  

About Madison Energy Infrastructure
Madison Energy Infrastructure is building a leading clean energy ecosystem to deliver operational value, certainty, and sustainability to businesses, organizations, and communities. Our robust portfolio is bolstered by the strength of EQT and our globally renowned capital partners. With a proven track record of successfully executing hundreds of projects, we are unwaveringly focused on exceeding expectations and achieving meaningful results for our partners and customers. Learn more at madisonei.com  
 
About Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs is a leading global financial institution that delivers a broad range of financial services to a large and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world.  

Press related questions about Madison Energy Infrastructure, please contact Claudia Barker at cbarker@madisonei.com  

Press related questions about the Summit or Goldman Sachs, please contact Michael Bruen at Michael.Bruen@gs.com.

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