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James Hauser

McHenry,IL

Summary

Skilled energy professional with robust experience in driving energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives. Adept at collaborating with teams to deliver impactful results, adapting to evolving project demands seamlessly.

Proven track record of identifying energy-saving opportunities and implementing cost-effective solutions. Demonstrated ability to analyze energy consumption data and develop strategic plans to improve efficiency.

Accomplished public speaker and sales trainer. Excel in multitasking, paying attention to detail, and thriving in fast-paced environments. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and CRM systems. Highly organized and passionate about leveraging technology as a powerful business tool.



Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Energy Advisor

Franklin Energy Services, LLC
07.2012 - Current
  • Developed highly productive relationships with key accounts in the Peoples Gas and ComEd Energy Efficiency Programs
  • I specialize in healthcare, higher education, and manufacturing sectors to identify and implement energy efficiency projects for both electric and natural gas
  • Trusted Advisor for 50+ major account customers including all 3 Academic Medical Centers in Chicago – Northwestern Memorial Hospital, University of Chicago Medical Center, and Rush University Medical Center
  • Key clients include Mondelez International, Unilever, Tyson Foods, Walgreens, Medline, American NTN Bearing Manufacturing, Berry Global, Lurie Childrens Hospital, Advocate Health Care, Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, Ascension Health (formerly Presence Health), NorthShore University HealthSystem, Sinai Health System, DePaul University, Loyola University, University of Chicago Medical Center, University of Chicago, Illinois Institute of Technology, The Field Museum, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District
  • Facilitator for Franklin Energy Services Selling Energy Efficiency class for the last 10 years locally and nationally for sister programs
  • Assisted clients in reducing energy consumption through the implementation of energy-saving upgrades and annual maintenance.
  • Established strong relationships with local contractors to ensure high-quality workmanship on recommended upgrades.
  • Conducted in-depth analyses of utility bills, identifying trends and opportunities for cost reduction.

Sales Engineer

N-Control, Inc.
11.2008 - 07.2012
  • Established N-Control as a Trade Ally to Peoples Gas, ComEd, DCEO, and SEDAC to serve and grow our client base while becoming a reliable, high-performing sales and installation partner
  • Established, maintained, and supervised quality control for major accounts such as Lettuce Entertain You, Advocate Health Systems, and Presence Health
  • Achieved 1M in sales for the first time in the company's history in 2009 and again in 2010 through outreach skills, diligence, and organized follow-up
  • Created a quality assurance HVAC maintenance system for Presence Health by creating a dedicated website for service requests, confirmations, and a central record database

Sales Associate

Elmhurst BMW
05.2008 - 11.2008

Sales Associate

Mercedes Benz of Hoffman Estates
04.2006 - 05.2008

Won Salesman of the Year in my first full year

Sales Associate

Bill Stasek Chevrolet
02.1997 - 04.2006
  • Salesman of the Year 15 of 19 years
  • One of the first automotive sales professionals in the country to deploy and customize ACT! CRM software for auto sales in 1994

Education

Undergraduate Studies -

Harper College
Palatine, IL

Undergraduate Studies -

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL

Skills

  • Technical Sales
  • Energy Efficiency Project financial analysis
  • Relationship building
  • Site inspections
  • Public speaking
  • Writing impactful, concise sales proposals
  • Carbon footprint reduction
  • HVAC system optimization
  • Energy usage analysis
  • Proficient in Salesforce
  • Utility bill analysis

Professional Accomplishments

  • Franklin Energy, Senior Energy Advisor, I have led the program in the number of projects and total therm savings for our clients, Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas. Cook County has reduced its spend on natural gas by 9% through the projects I identified and implemented with a great team of contractors over 18 months.
  • N-Control, Inc., Sales Engineer, Established N-Control as a Trade Ally to Peoples Gas, ComEd, DCEO, and SEDAC. Key role in growing building automation division by focusing on energy efficiency projects. Achieved 1M in sales for the first time in the company's history in 2009 and again in 2010.
  • Bill Stasek Chevrolet, Mercedes Benz of Hoffman Estates and Elmhurst BMW, Salesman of the Year 15 of 19 years at Bill Stasek Chevrolet. Salesman of the Year, 2007 in first full year at Mercedes Benz of Hoffman Estates.

Timeline

Energy Advisor

Franklin Energy Services, LLC
07.2012 - Current

Sales Engineer

N-Control, Inc.
11.2008 - 07.2012

Sales Associate

Elmhurst BMW
05.2008 - 11.2008

Sales Associate

Mercedes Benz of Hoffman Estates
04.2006 - 05.2008

Sales Associate

Bill Stasek Chevrolet
02.1997 - 04.2006

Undergraduate Studies -

Harper College

Undergraduate Studies -

Northern Illinois University
James Hauser