Donald R. Hoffman established EXCEL in 1985 to provide specialized professional services to nuclear utilities and regulatory authorities. Over four decades, Mr. Hoffman has built EXCEL into a globally recognized leader in nuclear licensing, regulatory support, engineering, technical services, operations, and critical infrastructure protection — serving clients across the United States and internationally.
Prior to founding EXCEL, Mr. Hoffman served in the U.S. Nuclear Submarine Navy from 1970–1979 as a Senior Reactor Operator and Engineering Officer. From 1980–1985, he served as Manager in the NRC’s Licensing and Technical Specifications Department, where he was responsible for reviewing license applications and technical specifications for U.S. plants in the post-TMI licensing era. At EXCEL, he has provided executive oversight of 75+ ITS Conversions, 17 License Renewals, 14 Combined License Applications (COLAs), 14 Power Uprates, 30+ Fuel Cycle Extensions, and 3 Early Site Permits and more.
Ask Donald about: international regulatory development, domestic licensing pathways, feasibility studies, technology selection, reactor operations, NRC reactor oversight and inspections, rulemaking & policy development, strategic planning & business development, senior executive leadership