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Lead Black & Veatch strategy development for Energy Utilities clients as well as Advanced Power Generation and Grid Solutions for the Energy & Process Industries team. Ensure implementation of the strategic direction and support sector growth by directing development of market assessments with leadership, establishing Growth Path teams and monitoring performance to achieve results.

Provided advisory services and delivery support to utilities on the topics of Grid Transformation, Self-Optimizing Grid, Behind the Meter Resiliency Solutions, Large-Scale Renewable procurement, Integrated System Planning, and energy transition planning and processes.Responsibilities include project management, client interface, content development, subject matter expertise on demand response, DER integration and planning, utility of the future, and customer engagement.

Leverage 5+ years of experience at Enel X (formerly EnerNOC) in Demand Response, Energy Management, Procurement and Energy Advisory to provide strategic support to Flexibility Solutions and Global Energy Advisory teams.

PTE Energy specializes in helping small businesses understand, manage and reduce their energy consumption. As approved contractors for the Small Business Energy Advantage program, PTE is a leader in the CT Energy Efficiency market for Small Business energy solutions.

Developed feasibility analysis for a Ghana-based private enterprise’s entry into biodiesel production. Result: Financial and organizational recommendations including investment decisions based on cost-side economics; industry analysis, roadmap for future investment, and customizable financial tool for future financial analysis and decision-making.

Managed project and research strategy with seven consultants conducting business intelligence on utility providers in Europe, Asia, and Australia.Result: Three marketing strategy recommendations based on successful international strategies adapted for local customer base.

- Developed electric vehicle preparedness plan assessing potential market and positioning opportunities in advance of 2011 deployment of electric vehicles in Tucson, Arizona.- Provided key market information and forecasting data for determining investment in EV infrastructure. - Performed quantitative and qualitative analysis of investment pros and cons resulting in greater understanding of elements necessary for EV market entry.

- Advised on management strategy for a Chinese-American joint venture operation involving IP protection for highly sensitive technology inputs.- Conducted extensive primary and secondary market research, business intelligence and organizational strategy analysis resulting in the identification of four priority risk areas accompanied by defensive and collaborative mitigation strategies to minimize IP theft and un-wanted tech transfer.

- Spearheaded Project Assessment for $1.16mm solar project providing full length report, presentation of recommendations and setting the precedent for all subsequent assessments including tools and templates to streamline future efforts. - Created two quantitative modeling tools to track and update company-wide savings in dollars, electricity and greenhouse gas emissions resulting in simpler, more accurate reporting capabilities and increased efficiency and results-tracking for multiple departments.- Identified over $2mm in cost savings through energy efficiency opportunities.

- Led CSR division of ICD, diversifying and expanding ICD's expertise in a previously untapped market.- Created cost-effective solutions to overcome limitations of internal resources, exceeding expectations of senior management and establishing the CSR division as a profitable service offering.- Identified organizational weaknesses in human resources, financial planning and middle management structure; proposed solutions which resulted in 33% improved efficiency and reduced staff turnover by 25%.

- Led and maintained a wide range or marketing functions, quickly learning new skills as necessary, including html and web design, media purchasing, negotiation and project management.- Adapted to fast-paced, high growth environment by employing flexible approach with innovative solutions to each challenge resulting in greater autonomy and responsibility from senior management.