Silicon Ranch is a developer and long-term owner/operator of clean energy projects, with a deep commitment to the partners and communities they serve. As a full-service solar and carbon solutions company, Silicon Ranch is committed to boosting economies, strengthening communities, and restoring healthy air, water, and soil.

ACCIONA is a global leader in providing sustainable solutions for infrastructure and renewable energy projects across the world and is committed to sustainable development. As an independent power producer, ACCIONA’s U.S. team is involved in all aspects of renewable energy, including: project siting and development, power marketing, financing, construction, and long-term operation.

● Assisted in the development of strategies for recruitment and retention of businesses in Bloomington & Monroe County● Carried out the quarterly Cost of Living Index data collection, which is used to highlight quality of life and justify economic development projects● Analyzed and transposed Bloomington’s economic and employment data on websites and other marketing materials for easier understanding and engagement● Helped coordinate functions and events with local gov. officials, organization members, and community stakeholders

● Assisted with writing grant proposals and acquiring funds from various government and private sources● Conducted research, analysis, and feasibility studies on other organizations involved with providing energy access, in order to identify best industry practices to streamline project operations● Participated in roundtable discussions with multiple stakeholders to strategize the connection of electrical grid infrastructure for 7 rural villages in East Malaysia● Applied consulting frameworks to the Youth Entrepreneurship and Mentorship Program and developed strategic business and operation plans for the participants to help them start and maintain successful business ventures

● Lead research in energy market patterns, policy and government involvement, and solar energy initiatives to collaboratively develop policy recommendations to further the United States’ renewable energy development efforts in Malaysia.

• Managed a team of 4 to 6 people at any given time and delegated work proportionally• Mentored counselors-in-training to help prepare them for hired positions• Planned efficient daily schedules, conducted lesson plans, and instructed sailing courses to children ages 7 to 17

• Monitored and collected data of plant species to help with exotic invasive species control for Restoration and land management purposes• Conducted educational programs that reach over 3000 Northwest Indiana school children in collaboration with The Dunes Learning Center and The Mighty Acorns Program• Researched and organized State-specific data requirements for donor and solicitation exemptions as part of the accreditation process with the National Land Trust Alliance• Represented Shirley Heinze land trust at the 2015 Calumet Summit in Chicago, as well as attending occasional board and committee meetings and conferences between partners