About Us
Chris Knight grew up in Norfolk where he began working in the electrical industry in 1992. In 1994 he started a 4-year apprenticeship program that he completed in 1998. There he learned the theory of electricity as well as the hands-on experience of being an Electrical Contractor.
He was required to complete 8000 hrs. in the field, as well as keep an honor roll status at the classes for 4 years. All 8000 hrs in the field had to be documented and had to meet a strict set of guidelines for the type of electrical work. This is where he learned high voltage, low voltage, single phase, three phase, and all types of commercial and industrial electrical applications. From running bucket trucks, backhoes, and cranes to bending pipe, pulling wire and installing switchgear.
In 1998 after graduating with honors and receiving his electrical license in the state of Va., Chris was sent to Manteo with the company he was working with (Watson Electric) to help complete the construction of Roanoke Island Festival Park and the North Carolina Aquarium expansion. He was also responsible for running the job at State Employees Credit Union Manteo and the Dare County Health and Social Services building.
After a brief time working as the state's electrician and then at Spencer Yachts, Chris started his own electrical contracting company and became licensed in North Carolina in 2001. His first job was to re-wire the original Jenette’s Pier and cottages for the state. From there he went on to do all types of commercial and residential projects, from Dare County water towers, parking lot lighting construction, marinas, boat yards, and restaurants to 12000 sq, ft houses. His company grew to 18 employees and 12 trucks, and in 2009 the company was sold.
Chris now is back to his original passion of hands-on doing it himself, in the field of electrical work. He holds an unlimited North Carolina Electrical license.
Meet The Team
Heather Knight
Heather has been with Outer Banks Electric since 2015 as the accounting manager. She grew up in Morehead City, NC and has a B.S. Degree in Zoology from NC State University. She moved to the Outer Banks in 2000 to start a career
as a Biologist at the NC Aquarium. This is where she met the aquarium staff electrician, Chris Knight. The two so
Heather has been with Outer Banks Electric since 2015 as the accounting manager. She grew up in Morehead City, NC and has a B.S. Degree in Zoology from NC State University. She moved to the Outer Banks in 2000 to start a career
as a Biologist at the NC Aquarium. This is where she met the aquarium staff electrician, Chris Knight. The two soon married and settled in Manteo, NC to raise a family and start an electrical contracting business. After many years as a
biologist, stay at home mom and a behind the scenes supporter of the business, Heather moved into the official role of accounting manager alongside Chris. Heather enjoys the outdoors, especially surfing, boating and spending time with
her family and two dogs!
Ryan Joyner
Ryan grew up in Virginia Beach before moving to Camden County, NC during high school. He started his electrical career working those summers for his uncle Chris Knight at his electrical company based in Manteo. Ryan then attended Cape Fear Community College in Wilmington, NC.
He returned to the Outer Banks in 2009 and spent four years doin
Ryan grew up in Virginia Beach before moving to Camden County, NC during high school. He started his electrical career working those summers for his uncle Chris Knight at his electrical company based in Manteo. Ryan then attended Cape Fear Community College in Wilmington, NC.
He returned to the Outer Banks in 2009 and spent four years doing commercial projects, service work, and operating the company bucket truck.
In 2013, Ryan joined up with Chris again to help start a commercial and residential service company specializing in quality installations and friendly service.
Ryan lives in Kill Devil Hills with his wife and dog. He enjoys walking on the beach and being in the outdoors.
Scot Warrender
Scot came to Outer Banks Electric in 2014. He grew up in Morehead City, NC and graduated with a BS Degree in Geology from University of North Carolina Wilmington. In college, he met his wife and they moved to Front Royal, Va. Where he worked for a large commercial construction firm in Washington DC. Tiring of
the city life, Scot accepted a
Scot came to Outer Banks Electric in 2014. He grew up in Morehead City, NC and graduated with a BS Degree in Geology from University of North Carolina Wilmington. In college, he met his wife and they moved to Front Royal, Va. Where he worked for a large commercial construction firm in Washington DC. Tiring of
the city life, Scot accepted an offer from his brother-in-law, Chris Knight, to come live and work in the Outer Banks! Scot now lives in Manteo with his wife and two
sons. He enjoys lots of sports activities with his sons, surfing and home projects.
Kory Erpelding
Kory came to Outer Banks Electric as a summer employee in 2019 and again in 2020. In 2021 he graduated from Manteo High School and joined the Outer Banks Electric team as a full time employee. He is currently studying and mastering the art of new construction house wiring, generators, LED lighting retrofits, and parking lot lighting.
He e
Kory came to Outer Banks Electric as a summer employee in 2019 and again in 2020. In 2021 he graduated from Manteo High School and joined the Outer Banks Electric team as a full time employee. He is currently studying and mastering the art of new construction house wiring, generators, LED lighting retrofits, and parking lot lighting.
He enjoys being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and boating. He’s also an expert in “recreational napping,”. Kory is the self-proclaimed captain of many new sports teams—some real, some questionably made up—and takes his athletic career very seriously.
Wyatt Strawser
Wyatt Strawser
Wyatt Strawser
Wyatt joined Outer Banks Electric in 2024. He graduated from Manteo High School. He jumped head-first into the trade and proved he wasn’t afraid to get his hands dirty—or learn something new. He is currently sharpening his skills in new construction wiring, troubleshooting, and service.
Wyatt enjoys the electrical field and takes pride in
Wyatt joined Outer Banks Electric in 2024. He graduated from Manteo High School. He jumped head-first into the trade and proved he wasn’t afraid to get his hands dirty—or learn something new. He is currently sharpening his skills in new construction wiring, troubleshooting, and service.
Wyatt enjoys the electrical field and takes pride in the work he does, especially when he can see a project through from start to finish. When he’s off the clock, you’ll most likely find him fishing somewhere—bridge, boat, bank, it doesn’t matter—he’s always chasing the next big catch. And if he says “this is the one,” just know the fish probably heard him and swam the other way.
Lindsey Knight
Wyatt Strawser
Wyatt Strawser
Lindsey has been part time with Outer Banks Electric since 2018. In 2021, she graduated from Manteo High School and graduated from East Carolina University in the spring of 2025. She graduated with a degree in Finance & Risk Insurance. She also made the Dean’s List—because apparently, she enjoys crunching numbers for fun. She is the IT m
Lindsey has been part time with Outer Banks Electric since 2018. In 2021, she graduated from Manteo High School and graduated from East Carolina University in the spring of 2025. She graduated with a degree in Finance & Risk Insurance. She also made the Dean’s List—because apparently, she enjoys crunching numbers for fun. She is the IT manager and website administrator. Lindsey also assists Heather in the office with accounts payable, filing, and reconciling—essentially making sure the numbers add up and the paperwork doesn’t stage a rebellion.
Lindsey enjoys soaking up the sun at the beach, traveling to new places, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Sarah Knight
Wyatt Strawser
Sarah Knight
Sarah has been a part-time team member at Outer Banks Electric since 2020, bringing a fresh perspective and a ton of energy to the team. In 2022, she graduated from Manteo High School and is now attending East Carolina University, curenty in Nursing school. Let’s face it, she’s destined to be the nurse who can save lives and still make yo
Sarah has been a part-time team member at Outer Banks Electric since 2020, bringing a fresh perspective and a ton of energy to the team. In 2022, she graduated from Manteo High School and is now attending East Carolina University, curenty in Nursing school. Let’s face it, she’s destined to be the nurse who can save lives and still make you laugh in the process. As the Marketing Manager, Sarah handles everything from social media campaigns to keeping the office running smoothly. She’s got a eye for making sure the company looks great online (even if it means dealing with the occasional typo from the team) and keeping things organized behind the scenes
She enjoys the beach, traveling, fishing, hunting & being with friends and family.