Michael Lewis
Richmond,VA
Summary
Collaborative, passionate, driven, experienced executive leader. Problem solving skills developed over almost 20 years working with businesses to address energy cost saving measures. Knowledgeable in all energy technologies and proven background advising business leaders towards energy technology investment strategies. Experienced team builder in multiple start up entities with proven and successful growth through a dedication to delivering successful projects to customers.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Client Advisor
APPI Energy/Environ Energy
03.2021 - Current
- Counsels new and existing businesses towards Sustainability Goals, energy technology applications, and energy efficiency projects
- Advances data management platform to benchmark carbon emissions for entities towards Net Zero and Carbon Neutrality goals, providing CFO's and Energy Managers detailed ROI around projects and investment strategies to offset Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
- Maintain and expand a vendor network to support offerings in solar PV and ST, EV Charging Infrastructure, PPA's and VPPA's, Community Solar, and Demand Response
- Customer facing for all company webinars and conferences; supports several dozen business verticals leading all energy efficiency technology and sustainability engagements
President
Verdant Energy
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership
- Cultivated relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives
- Supported project management team to optimize labor production and grow operations and maintenance division
- Developed SOP's to improve safety, eliminate worksite complaints and safety hazards
Senior Project Manager
Bonsai Energy Group
08.2018 - 09.2020
- 1.3 GW utility scale solar managed and developed
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase of utility scale solar farms
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to meet objectives and boost rapport.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Founder and CEO
PV Guru Inc.
12.2012 - 02.2017
- Founder and CEO of PV Guru, building to 20 full time employees and gross revenue of $6.5M in fourth year of business from the ground up
- Established foundational processes for business operations
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives
- Responsible for all financial and operational decision making; managed company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits
- Exited PV Guru profitably in 2017, leaving it a well positioned solar EPC
Director of Operations
PermaCity Solar
07.2007 - 03.2013
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
- Developed Sales, Construction, PM and CM Teams
- Oversaw Growth from 5 employees to nearly 50 employees and exponential growth in revenue
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05.2003
Skills
- 10 years C10 Licensed Electrician
- Expert in Energy Products
- Expert in Carbon Emissions Benchmarking Scope 1, 2, 3 and meeting Net Zero and Carbon Neutrality Goals
- Expert in all aspects of Solar PV
- Expert in energy technology
Certification
- California C10 Electrical Contractor
- PMP Trainings
- OSHA 30 Hour Certification
- Certified Yoga Instructor
Yoga
Yoga Teacher Certified since 2007
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Client Advisor
APPI Energy/Environ Energy
03.2021 - Current
President
Verdant Energy
02.2020 - 12.2020
Senior Project Manager
Bonsai Energy Group
08.2018 - 09.2020
Founder and CEO
PV Guru Inc.
12.2012 - 02.2017
Director of Operations
PermaCity Solar
07.2007 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Arts - History
College of Charleston
- California C10 Electrical Contractor
- PMP Trainings
- OSHA 30 Hour Certification
- Certified Yoga Instructor
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