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Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Santa Monica, California, Us

Macerich is the third-largest owner and operator of shopping centers in the US.⌨ Learn more about our services at: www.macerich.comCurrently I lead and manage our company's comprehensive sustainability program, focusing on energy and sustainability investments to reduce carbon emissions from business operations and development. My role involves management of utility expenses across all 43 properties, setting short-, mid- and long-term carbon reduction strategies and reporting our progress aligned with ESG standards and frameworks including GRI, TCFD, ISSB, CDP and GRESB. ➥ Ranked ‘#1 North American: Shopping Centers’ by the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) 2019 – 2023.➥Achieved “A List” ranking in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) 2019 – 2022.➥ Spearheaded a substantial 12% year-over-year reduction in market emissions in 2022, while boosting clean and renewable energy consumption by 18%.➥Developed and led an employee resource group dedicated to current and former servicemembers which organized employee holiday activities for Memorial Day, Veterans Day and 9/11 including a companywide panel discussion with employee veterans. ➥ Listed #24 on EPA’s Green Power Partnership Top 30 on-site generation, with almost 15M kWh of annual onsite clean and renewable energy.In my capacity as Vice President, I am dedicated to driving sustainability initiatives that not only benefit our organization but also contribute to a more sustainable future. My focus on results and sustainability achievements underscores my commitment to making a meaningful impact in the corporate responsibility and sustainability landscape.

Santa Monica, California, Us

As AVP of Operations & Energy Management, I am accountable for developing lean, efficient, and cost-effective operational plans for 52 retail and mixed-use real estate assets. I develop strategies to promote sustainability in operations, upkeep, safety, energy management, maintenance, and financial performance.I routinely plan operational and energy programming for 50M sq. ft. of commercial assets representing $20M in annual expenditures and $9M in annualized revenue.Among my duties, I oversee the full lifecycle of energy distribution, including: site selection, installation, maintenance, and operation; managing 12.5 MW of solar, 4.25 MW of fuel cell, and 1.22 MW of annual energy storage.I also monitor, analyze, and author operational performance reports to senior executives, the board, and investors.Among my accomplishments, I have:➥ Ensured that all development, construction, energy, and maintenance operations are safe, efficient, socially responsible, and with a minimized environmental footprint. ➥ Increased net income by $5.56M+ in 2019 through a combination of expense management and incentive income development plans.➥ Planned, managed, and directed over $60M in capital investments for FY 2020. ➥ Partnered with the corporate sustainability teams to plan utility incentives for hard energy asset investments. ➥ Renegotiated national maintenance and waste services agreements, driving $1.5M+ in cost savings. ➥ Reduced OSHA-related incidents by 50%+ over 2 years.➥ Developed a new energy plan in response to the global pandemic, implementing CDC-compliant HVAC procedures related to air filtration and energy usage/conservation.

Pasadena, Ca, Us

As Energy Manager, I was tasked with optimizing the efficiency of the lab’s energy management systems, leading a suite of energy transformation initiatives, and implementing holistic change management strategies.Here are some of the ways I’ve made significant contributions to business performance:➥ Challenged with disrupting existing processes and innovating improved energy management programs for over $15M in annual utility costs, including electricity, water, and gas expenditures.➥ Spearheaded major transformation projects governing key operational processes, including: billing, data collection, processing, and reporting; reducing labor hours by 48 per year and improving data analytics capabilities.➥ Saved over $750K in annual expenses by overseeing the construction of $2M lab-wide facility projects, including a major laboratory and 1.1 MW carport solar on the deck of a parking structure. ➥ Automated meter readings to accurately forecast and process utility costs for the lab as a key time-saving measure.

Santa Monica, California, Us

As Senior Manager of Energy Management, I was responsible for planning and monitoring energy usage for 52 assigned properties.I routinely drove continuous improvements to site efficiency by evaluating overall energy use, establishing new policies as needed, and coordinating all aspects of energy management from reduction of emissions to waste management and sustainable development.Here are some of the ways I’ve made positive contributions to business growth:➥ Planned and implemented strategic energy and sustainability objectives for over $28M in energy investments annually.➥ Led property management teams of over 100+ personnel and served as point person for assigned properties with particular emphasis on tariff management and incentive income development. ➥ Tasked with optimizing efficiency and profitability; conducting routine audits, ESG/sustainability reports, and analyses to identify strategic opportunities and bottlenecks within data.➥ Negotiated and implemented over $35M in energy and operational investments over a 3-year period; driving a 5% reduction in total energy consumption.

Santa Monica, California, Us

As Senior Manager of Information Technology, I was accountable for overseeing smart building engineering operations. I supervised a team of 5 engineers responsible for the design and implementation of smart building technologies valued at up to $15M per project. Among my accomplishments, I have:➥ Facilitated a corporate reorganization, shaping the team into an agile, accountable, and autonomous unit foundational to the organization’s success. ➥ Developed technical roadmaps inclusive of tactical design, implementation, and service support to incorporate Internet of Things (IoT) technologies; dramatically improving data integrity and eliminating process redundancy.

Santa Monica, California, Us

Managed enterprise level energy management system utilizing the Tridium Niagara Framework in the Retail environment. Ensured corporate energy goals were met or exceed through the use of new and existing Building Automation Technologies. Developed and maintained corporate partnerships with distributors and manufacturers. Developed new Capital Expenditure and Project Management processes for Energy Management Opportunity project implementation. Led Redevelopment and Capital Expenditure efforts in support of Building Automation System installation/Retrofit Projects. Developed and led energy management continual commissioning program with senior corporate leadership.

Santa Monica, California, Us

Designed Building Automation Systems and Energy Management Systems as Subject Matter Expert – Technical (SME-T). Reviewed and modified master requirement documents associated with the mechanical, electrical and plumbing requirements and followed through with implementation of projects. Interfaced with remote property customers, corporate department partners, and vendor to whom work was awarded. Led Energy Management projects at multiple property site in support of strategic energy program.

Phoenix, Arizona, Us

Worked as a summer engineering intern at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station (PVNGS) during the summers of 2009 and 2010. Worked closely with senior engineers in the predictive maintenance and procurement engineering departments.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Served as a TOW and Avenger missile technician in the 101st Airborne Division from May 2001 to December 2003. Served as training and personnel NCOIC during Operation Iraqi Freedom III with the 557th Maintenance Company.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Science In Engineering, Electrical Engineering