ANGELA KUNKEL
Summary
Strategy and corporate development leader with a proven track record in driving enterprise growth through strategic planning and M&A execution. Achieved $100 million in revenue and led an AI-driven automation initiative that reduced workloads by over 80 hours weekly. Expertise in influencing C-suite decision-making and optimizing portfolios in energy and technology sectors. Strong analytical skills with a focus on identifying opportunities and delivering substantial revenue growth through effective strategy proposals.
Overview
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Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Strategy
Guttman Energy
01.2023 - Current
- Drive enterprise strategic planning, aligning KPIs, capital allocation, and organizational priorities to accelerate growth and operational performance.
- Advised CEO and executive team on market trends, competitive positioning, and long‑range growth opportunities to inform strategic decision-making.
- Led enterprise‑wide corporate development strategy, managed deal sourcing, valuation, diligence, negotiation, and integration planning for acquisitions and divestitures.
- Evaluated new ventures, operational improvements, and technology investments with business unit leaders to drive profitability and scalability.
- Architected an AI‑enabled accounts payable automation platform, reducing manual workload by 80+ hours per week and strengthening financial controls.
Strategy & Business Development Manager
Alcoa Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led strategic evaluation of a $1B+ technology opportunity, shaping executive decision‑making and long‑term investment strategy.
- Developed global M&A assessment framework standardizing opportunity screening, valuation, and strategic fit analysis.
- Developed financial models, market assessments, and strategic recommendations for corporate growth initiatives.
- Established global Business Scorecard enabling CEO, CFO, and CSO to track enterprise performance and strategic execution.
Business Development Project Manager
CNX Resources
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Led 30+ cross-functional project teams in due diligence, asset evaluations, and divestiture processes to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed executive-level valuation reports and strategic recommendations, contributing to effective portfolio optimization.
Major Transactions Lead Analyst
CONSOL Energy
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Developed business plans and capital budgets for major asset portfolios, resulting in $100M revenue generation over two years.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance project management processes.
Business Development Analyst
CONSOL Energy
01.2012 - 01.2016
College Recruiting Specialist
Consol Energy
08.2011 - 06.2012
Operations Analyst
Consol Energy
07.2010 - 08.2011
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PABachelor of Science - Energy, Business and Finance
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PASkills
- M&A strategy and execution
- Corporate development
- Financial modeling
- Deal negotiation
- Enterprise strategic planning
- Portfolio optimization
- Operational efficiency
- AI integration
- Digital strategy
- Cross-functional leadership
- Change management
- Competitive strategy
- Executive advisory
- Board-level communication
- Process modernization
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Core Leadership Competencies
- M&A Strategy, Execution & Integration
- Corporate Development & Portfolio Optimization
- Executive Advisory & Board-Level Communication
- Financial Modeling, Valuation & Scenario Analysis
- AI-Driven Automation & Digital Transformation
- Enterprise Strategic Planning & KPI Alignment
- Cross-Functional Leadership & Organizational Design
- Negotiation & Deal Structuring
- Operational Efficiency & Process Modernization
- Market Intelligence & Competitive Strategy
Timeline
Director of Strategy
Guttman Energy
01.2023 - Current
Strategy & Business Development Manager
Alcoa Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
Business Development Project Manager
CNX Resources
01.2019 - 01.2021
Major Transactions Lead Analyst
CONSOL Energy
01.2016 - 01.2019
Business Development Analyst
CONSOL Energy
01.2012 - 01.2016
College Recruiting Specialist
Consol Energy
08.2011 - 06.2012
Operations Analyst
Consol Energy
07.2010 - 08.2011
Master of Business Administration -
Duquesne University
Bachelor of Science - Energy, Business and Finance
Pennsylvania State University