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Joe Desmond

Joe Desmond

Boston,MA

Summary

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Innovation Fellow

EDP Renewables
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Independently researched and created internal operation systems for a new business unit tasked with winning federal grant awards from the USDA, EPA, and DOE
  • Identified $25 billion in eligible awards for high-impact energy technologies and financial incentives for pre-construction solar & wind projects
  • Created a complete internal submission process for federal and state grant applications and established a toolkit for the company to guide grant-winning
  • Presented business case proposal to the North American CEO and received funding to win grants from the Office of Science, ARPA-E, and the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy
  • Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
  • Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
  • Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.

Community Resilience Outreach Coordinator

Environmental Resilience Institute, Indiana Univ.
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Jointly led organization for the Indiana Sustainability and Resilience Conference 2023
  • Developed partnerships with relevant stakeholders, strengthening the organization''s presence in the community.
  • Monitored progress towards outreach goals regularly, making adjustments as needed to ensure continued success of initiatives.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant policies and regulations affecting target populations, informing program development accordingly.
  • Developed network relationships with industry professionals to enhance community awareness and promote services.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive plans for addressing community needs.

Director of Accounts

Rincon Strategies
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Successfully managed and delivered outcomes for over 80 campaigns including public engagement, crisis management, issue advocacy, project entry, municipal planning, ballot initiatives, and political campaigns
  • Led successful project campaigns for three critical water infrastructure projects: a regional desalination plant, dam maintenance, and the expansion of a recycled water facility
  • Developed and implemented community-based campaigns for corporations and energy entities including AT&T, Chevron, Western Growers, Aera Energy, Central Coast Community Energy, Forefront Power, and American Water
  • Formed and led the Central Coast Rural Communities Foundation, established a rural community center, and won a $65,000 grant for water system repairs to the San Ardo Water District
  • Developed and fostered strong relationships with client stakeholders.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms that benefited both parties involved.
  • Increased client satisfaction by streamlining account management processes and improving communication channels.
  • Established an effective system for monitoring client satisfaction levels regularly through surveys and feedback sessions.

Executive Director

Sustainable Agriculture and Energy
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Developed the advocacy nonprofit from an idea to an 80-member, self-sustaining membership organization
  • Personally raised over $700,000 through various community, business, and organization memberships
  • Created and passed a ballot measure reform ordinance now implemented in 23 counties within California
  • Led municipal and infrastructure coalitions on the Monterey County Climate Action Plan, Lake Nacimiento Dam Maintenance Plan, Monterey County Community & Climate Resilience Plan, and the Monterey County Housing Element
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
  • Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
  • Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.

Public Relations Specialist

Comcast NBCUniversal
05.2017 - 08.2018
  • Developed a humanizing voice and community presence for Comcast by executing community, media, and digital campaigns
  • Analyzed the California region’s community investment portfolio based on outcomes per dollar, partnership accountability, and alignment with corporate giving pillars and identified a series of new partner organizations
  • Coordinated between my external affairs team, state agencies, emergency responders, and the public during the 2017 Tubbs Fire, then the largest wildfire in California history
  • Worked with team members to organize, manage, and amplify over 20 major brand-oriented events
  • Wrote press releases for routine use and crisis management.
  • Analyzed campaign performance data to identify areas of improvement and optimize future PR efforts.
  • Established lasting partnerships with influencers and bloggers to expand reach and amplify client messages within relevant communities.
  • Achieved consistent placement of client news stories in top-tier publications through diligent pitching efforts.

Education

Master of Public Affairs - Energy Policy & Infrastructure

INDIANA UNIVERSITY, O’NEILL SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
Bloomington, IN
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY
Santa Clara, CA
06.2016

Skills

    Documentation & Reporting

    Customer Relationship Management

    Research Abilities

    Performance Improvement

    Project Planning

    Program Evaluation

Timeline

Innovation Fellow

EDP Renewables
06.2023 - 08.2023

Community Resilience Outreach Coordinator

Environmental Resilience Institute, Indiana Univ.
08.2022 - 05.2023

Director of Accounts

Rincon Strategies
01.2019 - 08.2022

Executive Director

Sustainable Agriculture and Energy
01.2019 - 08.2022

Public Relations Specialist

Comcast NBCUniversal
05.2017 - 08.2018

Master of Public Affairs - Energy Policy & Infrastructure

INDIANA UNIVERSITY, O’NEILL SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY

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