Gary Blaney
Bellevue,WA
Summary
Professional with strong background in energy markets, trading strategies, and risk management. Known for driving impactful results through analytical skills, market insights, and strategic decision-making. Highly collaborative team member, adaptable to changing market conditions, and focused on achieving optimal outcomes. Skilled in data analysis, portfolio management, and stakeholder communication.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Energy Trader
Puget Sound Energy
03.2020 - Current
- Traded power forwards in the bilateral market and the CAISO Energy Imbalance Market (EIM)
- Negotiated power deals to balance load and optimize the short-term power portfolio
- Mentored junior traders, sharing knowledge on trading techniques, market analysis, and risk management principles.
- Assisted in the development of corporate energy procurement strategies, ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions.
- Optimized energy trading strategies by analyzing market trends and historical data.
- Reduced operational costs through continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization efforts.
Senior Risk Analyst
PacifiCorp Energy
- Contributed significantly to enhancing our company's competitive advantage through proactive risk identification and mitigation.
- Enhanced risk management processes by conducting thorough analyses and providing actionable recommendations.
- Improved decision-making by providing senior management with timely and accurate risk reporting.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders across different functions in order to obtain necessary information for detailed risk assessments.
- Reduced operational risks by implementing robust control frameworks and monitoring systems.
Education
MBA -
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WIBachelor of Science - Finance
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
Whitewater, WISkills
- Market risk analysis
- Quantitative analysis
- Value-at-risk models
- Risk model validation
- Operational risk evaluation
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Timeline
Energy Trader
Puget Sound Energy
03.2020 - Current
Senior Risk Analyst
PacifiCorp Energy
MBA -
Marquette University
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
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