Valmont Solar brings together the legacy of more than 75 years as an infrastructure manufacturer, decades of alliances with Utility industry customers and years of proven Solar Tracker expertise in renewable energy generation through our Convert acquisition. This unique combination within the Utility industry offers integrated Solar tracker products and services with unparalleled capacity and financial stability to support customers pursuing a more renewable and resilient US electrical grid.Our Single-Axis Solar Trackers, feature a simplified design that minimizes installation time and labor costs while boosting generation by up to 25% compared to fixed-tilt systems for both Distributed Generation and Utility Scale Solar projects.Valmont Solar has the proven ability to provide bundled offerings to our Utility, EPC and Developer partners looking to pursue Solar tracker projects.

At Valmont® Utility, we are helping to revolutionize the way customers plan and execute transmission, sub-transmission, distribution and substation projects.We engineer and manufacture a wide range of steel, concrete and hybrid concrete/steel poles and structures for electrical transmission, substation and distribution applications. In short, our products help move electrical power from where it is produced to where it is used.Recognizing that our in-house technical, manufacturing and customer service professionals are the cornerstone of our accomplishments, we pride ourselves on being people of passion and integrity who excel and deliver results. For your power delivery challenges, choose a recognized leader throughout the world in pole technology. Choose Valmont Utility.

Gexpro is a former division of GE (General Electric Company). Full P&L (Profit & Loss) responsibility including Sales, Operations, Financial, Supply Chain & Talent development across a 5 state District composed of multiple sales offices & distribution centers.

Lead & Mentor a national sales team while setting the strategic direction within the Commercial and Retail segment. Incorporating electrical products and value added services into each phase of the customer’s building lifecycle. From New Construction to M-R-O to Retrofits/Improvements, offering the right solution to help my customers meet their capital budget, energy consumption, design and sustainability goals. Strengthen and Develop executive and B2B relationships with national/global clients. In addition; Identify, Develop and Enhance a best-in-class network of manufacturers, contractors, energy auditors and financial institutions within the electrical industry to create a competitive advantage.

Developed & Implemented the strategic plans toward successful execution of programs to benefit Fortune/Global 1000 clients and meet their evolving needs. Key National/Global Accounts within scope of responsibility were within the Industrial, OEM, Commercial and Retail Customer Highlight: Led the opportunity identification, program design and successful implementation of a 5,000 location energy & lighting retrofit project with a Fortune 100 client. This project was the first and largest of its kind for the business. Project received national recognition for energy savings and lighting innovation.

General Manager for P&L (Profit and Loss) across a 2 location district (Minneapolis/St.Paul & Western WI).Diverse experience developing market growth in a variety electrical distribution segments including Electrical contractors, Commercial, Industrial, Retail, Energy, Healthcare and Power Generation clients.Proven track record for developing and implementing innovative plans to create a profitable and sustainable P&L within a large (DISC Top 25) & highly competitive marketplace. Annual Sales ($), EBITDA ($ & %) and Gross Margin ($) performance in each of my 3 years of leadership were the highest of any years on record between from 2000 to present. Recognized by business for performance with national/regional award(s).*In August 2006, GE sold the Gexpro business unit to Rexel for $725MM. Rexel is the world's largest electrical distributor, headquartered in Paris, France. Chris successfully managed his P&L's transition from GE to Rexel. Attained 100% customer and employee retention throughout the acquisition period.

The Experienced Commercial Leadership Program (ECLP) prepares high potential individuals with a track-record of professional success for GE leadership roles in marketing and sales. The multi-year global program offers opportunities for leaders to drive growth in a business, receive world-class commercial and leadership training, interact with and influence senior decision-makers and be part of an elite global network of fellow ECLPs. Acceptance into this program is highly competitive with less than 100 leaders (50 US + 50 International) accepted each year.ECLP Positions Included:--Marketing Manager - GE Commercial Finance - Minneapolis, MN--Sales Leader (Retail) - GE Plastics - Charlotte, NC--Marketing Manager - GE Rail - Chicago, IL--Business Development Leader - GE Industrial - Denver, COAs an ECLP, Chris was honored to be recognized as a top performer by all 4 GE business units & a "Top 10%" performer overall at the conclusion of the 2 year program.

Six Sigma Black Belt: Certified after completing several Black Belt level projects, meeting 2 year Time-In-Role requirement and completing rigorous formal testing.Six Sigma Green Belt Trainer Certified: Mentoring numerous Green Belt candidates/employees toward LEAN, DFSS and DMAIC Six Sigma certifications.

GE Corporate Internship role