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Redmond, Oregon, United States

Corvallis, Or

Not-for-profit financial cooperative serving individual and business members across 24 counties in central and western Oregon.

Philomath, Or

Privately-owned nonprofit rural electric cooperative serving 23K members within a 3.5K square mile territory spanning six counties. Prepares and manages $700,000 annual budget to conserve 2.5-4 million kWh, offer rebates, and facilitate the installation of member-owned solar photovoltaic systems, along with additional offeringsOversees energy efficiency conservation program with ~$1.4 million biennial budget, as well as net metering services, residential and commercial clean power purchases, and electric vehicle promotionInitiated electric vehicle program spanning consumer education, residential and commercial rebates to promote EVSE installation, implementation of EV chargers in the local community, and EV ride-share programsPartnered with DEQ, DOE, and DOT to determine EV system impact and mapping, leading to a brand new partnership and program dedicated to helping Oregon utilities with mitigating infrastructure impact of an increased EV presenceLed project team to develop and build CPI website; currently maintains website and creates all new contentProduces marketing materials such as brochures, radio ads, and more, in addition to managing related vendorsCreates original content for members through CPI’s monthly magazine, Ruralite, and manages all contracted writersManages social media communications to notify members of outages and other newsDelivers electrical safety presentations to schools, local civic groups, first responders, and cable companiesStrengthens member relationships by coordinating annual member meetings and assisting with major billing issuesEstablishes and nurtures relationships with key accounts while addressing both conservation and power quality needsPartners with multiple federal, state, and local agencies to promote a robust infrastructure and clean energy productionMaintains current knowledge of federal/state regulations relating to energy conservation, EVs, and renewable generation

Stamford, Ct And New York, Ny

Global audit, tax, and consulting provider, serving many of the world's most respected brands, including 80% of the Fortune 500. Collaborated with tax accounting team to manage financial implications of newly acquired assets and other financial transactions for investment firms and high net worth individualsResearched tax policies and codes to maintain current knowledge of changes in regulatory or legislative requirementsFiled returns for clients from various states in the US, as well as federal and international governments