Jenna M. Warmuth
Hermantown,MN
Summary
Knowledgeable Regional Director with over 14 years of energy policy experience. Recognized consistently for proficiency in managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder relations within various organizations. I have a unique understanding of the energy industry in relation to regulatory and legislative bodies coupled with stakeholder perspectives. Exceptional organizational, policy analysis, communications, and stakeholder management competencies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager, Midwest Regional Policy
Rewiring America
05.2024 - Current
- Identify and develop creative policy solutions that align with Rewiring America’s mission
- Develop policy campaigns to bring ideas to fruition, building relationships with key local stakeholders and putting together the relevant coalitions to succeed
- Develop relationships with legislators, State administration officials and other policymakers to help shape and support statewide building decarbonization and other electrification policy
- Work on key dockets in Public Utilities Commissions / Public Service Commissions (PUC/PSC) related to electrification
Midwest Regional Director
Vote Solar
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Developed Vote Solar’s legislative & public-facing campaign strategies in key states within the region.
- Strategically planned and executed comprehensive legislative and regulatory campaigns to advance solar and energy justice policy.
- Ensured advancement of equitable energy policies and programs that will benefit underserved communities.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Interconnection Policy Advisor
Nexamp, Inc
07.2020 - 10.2021
- Developed and analyzed policy issues related to solar and storage development and interconnection.
- Monitored and assessed emerging markets.
- Monitored and communicated ISO level policy developments.
- Lead regulatory efforts.
- Supported and informed legislative efforts.
- Engaged key industry, legislative, and regulatory stakeholders on priority topics.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Senior Public Policy Advisor
Minnesota Power
08.2008 - 06.2020
- Developed and analyzed regulatory and legislative policy issues.
- Developed and managed project teams.
- Maintained consistent and accurate messaging.
- Stakeholder management.
- Proper documentation in compliance with department policy.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Education
Masters - Advocacy and Political Leadership
University of Minnesota - Duluth
Duluth, MN05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Superior, WI12.2005
Skills
- Development and analysis of regulatory and legislative policy
- Project team management
- Spokesperson at Public Utilities Commissions, legislatures, conferences, and key national/regional stakeholder meetings
- Stakeholder relations and communications
- Legislative lobbying
Focused Subject Matter
- Solar/Storage Interconnection & Program Development
- Distribution Planning/Processes
- Grid Modernization
- Resource Planning
- Low Income Programs
- Electric Vehicles
- Time-of-Day/Time Varying Rates
Timeline
Senior Manager, Midwest Regional Policy
Rewiring America
05.2024 - Current
Midwest Regional Director
Vote Solar
10.2021 - 05.2024
Interconnection Policy Advisor
Nexamp, Inc
07.2020 - 10.2021
Senior Public Policy Advisor
Minnesota Power
08.2008 - 06.2020
Masters - Advocacy and Political Leadership
University of Minnesota - Duluth
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Wisconsin-Superior
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