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Deerfield Beach, Fl, Us

Deerfield Beach, Florida, United States

Lead research and analysis of electric power sector policies in Florida related to energy efficiency, demand response, natural gas, net-zero targets, grid reliability and resilience, and affordable energy solutions. Engage with other stakeholders in clean and affordable energy advocacy in the state. Create communications through social media and policy proposals to advocate for a statewide energy system that reduces costs and increases resilience for Floridians. Monitor developments nationwide to gather and apply lessons at home.

Austin, Texas, United States

- Developed process improvements for distributed energy resource (DER) interconnection, focused on solar and energy storage systems- Managed DER inspection program to ensure safe and code-compliant connection to the grid- Advised stakeholders on DER permitting, installation, incentive programs, inspections, and permission to operate- Reviewed applications for proposed DER projects to ensure sufficiency of local grid infrastructure- Supported the delivery of solar incentive programs, including through oversight of contractor compliance with program requirements

Austin, Texas, United States

- Administered and supported development of solar incentive programs, including review of incentive applications- Managed DER inspection program for new solar and energy storage installations- Developed new inspection scheduling and processing platform with automated communications and reporting- Oversaw and developed process improvements for DER interconnection, focused on solar and energy storage systems- Led updates to distributed generation Interconnection Guide through multi-stakeholder approval process- Educated stakeholders on DER permitting, installation, incentive programs, inspections, and permission to operate. Included delivery of trainings to solar installation contractors on local requirements.

Austin, Texas Area

- Managed high volume of complex projects to secure immigration benefits, including U.S. work authorization and permanent residence, for clients - Prepared filings for submission to multiple government agencies (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Department of State, Department of Labor, Customs and Border Protection)- Drafted briefs/letters to articulate clients' eligibility for benefits- Developed case presentation strategies- Educated clients on immigration rules and processes, and managed their expectations

Austin, Texas Area

- Managed complex projects to secure immigration benefits, including U.S. work authorization and permanent residence, for clients - Prepared filings for submission to multiple government agencies (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Department of State, Customs and Border Protection)- Drafted briefs/letters to articulate clients' eligibility for benefits- Researched immigration regulations and gauged their impact on specific projects- Educated clients on immigration rules and processes, and managed their expectations - Prepared applicants for consular appointments abroad

Austin, Texas, United States

- Researched state, local, and utility-level energy and demand response policies to evaluate favorability toward solar and other renewable energy resources- Created database of rate types, pricing, and generation mix for electric utilities nationwide- Analyzed trends in consumer rate structures across electric utilities- Presented findings to company officials to inform go-to-market strategy for solar modules

Austin, Texas, United States

- Managed constituent relations for a state senator's office- Conducted casework, drafting correspondence and maintaining constituent database- Liaised with state agencies and district-level officials

Master'S Degree, Public Affairs

Policy Research Project: "Innovation, Growth and Conflicting National Interests: Analyzing the Evolution of the Global Solar Industry".

Bachelor Of Arts, Political Science

Activities and Societies: Inducted to Phi Peta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi, and Pi Sigma Alpha.