Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Deployments
Completed Professional Development
Military Experience
Accreditations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
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John Preston Porter

John Preston Porter

Oklahoma City

Summary

Operations Director with ten years of experience in leading cross-functional teams, and optimizing organizational efficiency. Expertise in transforming complex operations into structured workflows that improve performance and profitability. Skilled in budget management, logistics coordination across multiple locations, and fostering high-performance teams. Background includes military leadership and executive operations in construction, renewable energy, and manufacturing.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Operating Officer

West Cal Commodities Global
Oklahoma City
06.2025 - Current

Directed engineering and deployment of proprietary Behind-the-Meter Water-Cooled Energy System.

  • Served as lead inventor, integrating solar, water-cooling, and microgrid technologies into scalable solutions.
  • Provided executive consulting for multiple projects exceeding $100M, influencing billion-dollar initiatives.
  • Managed corporate operations with P&L accountability, ensuring effective coordination among divisions.
  • Led negotiations and partnership development with suppliers and EPC contractors to enhance market access.
  • Oversaw compliance with legal, regulatory, and safety standards across large-scale projects.
  • Developed industrial expansion models linking energy systems with job creation and economic diversification.
  • Designed patented water-cooled energy architecture, establishing leadership in sustainable infrastructure.

Chief Executive Officer

Native Sun Energy Company
Oklahoma City
12.2024 - Current

Founded and developed renewable energy consulting firm to foster public-private partnerships and job creation.

  • Directed corporate strategy, operations, and project development for Native Sun Energy Company.
  • Structured multi-million-dollar collaborations between tribal nations, government agencies, and private investors.
  • Opened revenue pathways for tribal governments through feasibility studies and sustainable initiatives.
  • Raised over $30 million in private capital through strategic partnerships and grant initiatives.
  • Designed scalable business models for manufacturing and workforce development, generating future job opportunities.
  • Implemented compliance frameworks and led cross-functional teams across multiple projects.

Transformed emerging energy concepts into investor-backed projects delivering social and economic benefits.

Director of Development

BR Custom Homes
Oklahoma City
08.2024 - 06.2025

Oversaw company operations, project coordination, and technical design for custom residential developments.

  • Directed multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, code-compliant projects from land acquisition to occupancy certificate.
  • Reported to ownership with responsibilities for operational leadership, scheduling, budgeting, and strategic growth decisions.
  • Led architectural and civil engineering teams through plan development, structural reviews, and redline revisions.
  • Utilized AutoCAD for design adjustments, ensuring compliance with local codes and aesthetic standards.
  • Managed city planning, zoning, and PUD submissions to secure necessary approvals and streamline timelines.
  • Directed multiple residential projects from concept to closeout, overseeing permitting, contractor scheduling, and quality assurance.

Created internal workflows for project tracking and budget control, enhancing operational efficiency by over 30%.

President

BR Electric and Solar
OKC
08.2024 - 06.2025

Managed all day-to-day operations for a 30 MW per year EPC firm.

  • Built scheduling and QC systems, ensuring project compliance with safety and electrical standards.
  • Oversaw travel and logistics for multi-site construction crews and engineering teams.
  • Controlled operating budgets, vendor payments, and expense forecasting for profitability.
  • Directed strategic initiatives for renewable energy projects and product offerings.
  • Led team meetings to align goals and improve communication across departments.
  • Facilitated compliance with industry regulations and safety standards across all operations.

Founder/ Lead Project Manager

Solstice Project Partners
OKC
03.2024 - 08.2024

Developed and managed systems for investor renovation portfolios and property operations.

  • Implemented project management workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Trained staff on software systems to ensure effective utilization.
  • Oversaw project timelines and resource allocation for multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  • Managed team performance by providing guidance and support to staff members.
  • Handled logistics, budgeting, and compliance for multiple concurrent construction projects.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for services rendered.

Project Manager

Prairie Property Solutions
OKC
02.2022 - 03.2024
  • This role consisted of the front to end management of residential and multi-family investment property remodels ranging from one thousand dollars to sixty five thousand dollars.
  • In this role I managed twelve to fifteen projects at a time.
  • Led project planning and execution for residential property developments.
  • Coordinated with contractors to ensure timely completion of renovation projects.
  • Managed project budgets to align with client financial expectations.
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders to streamline project updates.

Project Manager

Balfour Beatty Communities
Tinker AFB
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Oversaw scoping, price estimating, and material acquisition for multiple projects.
  • Managed 15 to 20 concurrent projects, completing over 30 monthly military inspections.
  • Implemented scheduling and quality control processes for make-ready rental units.
  • Directed project planning and execution for residential property developments.
  • Managed project budgets to align with client financial expectations.
  • Developed schedules to optimize resource allocation across multiple projects.
  • Analyzed risks and created mitigation plans for ongoing projects.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.

Data Analyst, Director of Social Media Recruiting

Oklahoma Army National Guard
OKC
09.2018 - 01.2021
  • Initiated career as data analyst, generating reports on online analytics for social media campaigns.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather and validate data requirements.
  • Analyzed data trends to support business decision-making processes.
  • Developed dashboards using visualization tools for clear data representation.
  • Advanced to Director, managing campaign development, budget allocation, and reporting to state and national leadership.
  • Directed a team of three to launch STEM program in schools statewide, enhancing educational outreach.
  • Collaborated with CACI International for effective marketing and media distribution strategies.

Education

Specialization - Solar Energy For Engineers & Architects

University At Buffalo
Online
10-2025

Capstone Course - Social Media Recruiting and Marketing

Georgetown University
Washington, DC
05.2020

Skills

  • Operations management systems: Mondaycom, Asana, Microsoft Project, QuickBooks
  • Design and compliance: AutoCAD, permit documentation, Sketchr3d
  • Project management
  • Leadership and management
  • Budget oversight
  • Event planning
  • Compliance management
  • Systems implementation
  • Vendor and stakeholder relations
  • Process optimization
  • Technical design

Deployments

Horn of Africa— Somalia, Djibouti, and Morocco, 02/01/23, 02/01/24, Combat deployment focusing on base security and counter-reconnaissance operations., Worked with the US Secret Service in Morocco, assisting in the security of the First Lady.

Completed Professional Development

  • The Basics of Scrum, PMI, 1 PDU
  • The Basics of Disciplined Agile, PMI, 1 PDU
  • Project Management Basics, PMI, 23 PDUs
  • GAF Residential Roofing Course, GAF, 10 hours
  • Home Inspection Standards of Practice, InterNACHI

Military Experience

Oklahoma Army National Guard (OKARNG), Infantryman/Reconnaissance Squad Leader, 12/01/16, Present, Completed initial training in 07/01/17., Qualified for and attended US Army Ranger School, US Army Sniper School, and other courses., Achieved state recognition for excelling in marksmanship.

Accreditations

  • Certified Associates in Project Management (CAPM) Certification
  • Board Member - Building Roots Foundation, OKC, OK

Accomplishments

  • Next Gen 30 under 30 Award Recipient
  • TOLESG 444 Legacy Builder Award Recipient

Certification

  • CAPM

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chief Operating Officer

West Cal Commodities Global
06.2025 - Current

Chief Executive Officer

Native Sun Energy Company
12.2024 - Current

Director of Development

BR Custom Homes
08.2024 - 06.2025

President

BR Electric and Solar
08.2024 - 06.2025

Founder/ Lead Project Manager

Solstice Project Partners
03.2024 - 08.2024

Project Manager

Prairie Property Solutions
02.2022 - 03.2024

Project Manager

Balfour Beatty Communities
01.2021 - 02.2022

Data Analyst, Director of Social Media Recruiting

Oklahoma Army National Guard
09.2018 - 01.2021

Specialization - Solar Energy For Engineers & Architects

University At Buffalo

Capstone Course - Social Media Recruiting and Marketing

Georgetown University