Mickey Bellard
Charlotte Metro
Summary
I champion compliance assurance for renewable energy projects across North America. With over twenty years of experience, I've fine-tuned my expertise in regulatory affairs, internal auditing, and program implementation, ensuring adherence to complex standards like NERC (BA, TOP, TO, DP, GO, GOP, RP, PA/PC, RP, TP, TSP), FERC 203 (MBR/QF), and various regional power market tariffs. As supplemental contributions, I continue to leverage my legacy strategic knowledge of asset management best practices, O&M contract elements, various RTO tariff rules, interconnection agreements, knowledge of PPA agreements, and energy project due-diligence experience. My passion for continuous learning is deep rooted in volunteering to learn and study key industry perspectives as a member of various reliability compliance committees. Especially my favorite group - Performance, Disturbance, Compliance Working Group (PDCWG) in the ERCOT region.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Compliance Manager - Legal & Compliance
BayWa r.e. Americas
Carlsbad
11.2021 - Current
- Energy compliance leader for asset management compliance assurance and project management for renewable energy projects, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and market requirements
- I implement programs for various power markets compliance and manage registrations for generation projects contributing to the company's success in the renewable energy sector
Senior Vice President - Principal Consultant
SLT1 Energy Compliance, LLC
03.2018 - Current
- Lead energy compliance management advisory services for North American energy, power, and public utilities, ensuring NERC/FERC Energy Compliance and Cyber Security expectations were met
- Develop tailored consulting services to address specific compliance needs, enhancing operational efficiency and risk mitigation
- Implement cost savings for clients through strategic compliance planning and implementation, resulting in improved regulatory compliance and operational excellence
Principal Consultant, Compliance Monitoring & Risk Management, Energy Systems
DNV
Dallas
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Led compliance monitoring and risk management initiatives for DNV Energy USA in North America, ensuring NERC compliance and enhancing power systems advisory services
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency and expanded service offerings, resulting in a more robust compliance framework
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for energy systems compliance challenges, driving positive outcomes for the company
Principal Consultant, Regulatory Compliance
Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Tampa
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Provided professional contract consulting and regulatory compliance advisory services for NERC (BA, TOP, TO, DP, GO, GOP, RP, PA/PC, RP, TP, TSP) FRCC, and SERC Operations & Planning, FERC compliance
- Supported NERC audit and mitigation plan development, RSAW reviews, and self-reporting oversight to ensure regulatory compliance
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and ensure adherence to industry standards
Senior Director, NERC Compliance
IHI Power Services Corp.
Aliso Viejo
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed NERC compliance for various Registered Entities in multiple regions, ensuring adherence to FERC approved NERC Reliability Standards
- Coordinated data collection and assessments for FERC non-public investigations
- Developed and implemented regulatory compliance policies and procedures to support operational efficiency
Director, Power Market Compliance Services
NAES Corporation
Issaquah
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Led the transition of the PPMS Regulatory Compliance Team to O&M Provider SME roles, enhancing compliance services for North American power generation assets
- Managed a team of 8 specialists in reliability, CIP, and power marketing compliance, ensuring adherence to FERC, NERC, and ISO-RTO standards
- Implemented market and regulatory compliance management services for FERC/NERC standards, EQR reporting, GADS reporting, EIA reporting, and ISO-RTO compliance
Senior Director, General Manager Reliability Compliance
Power Plant Management Services, LLC
Charlotte Metro
08.2010 - 03.2018
- Managed a team of Compliance Managers and Subject Matter Experts in overseeing power development, construction, sales, acquisitions, and regulatory compliance services for various energy projects
- Provided strategic guidance and support to Private Equity Firms, Asset Management Companies, and O&M Providers
- Led FERC non-public investigations, GADS assessments, mitigation development, and NERC/FERC regulatory compliance management services
Principal Consultant, Compliance Enforcement Engineer, Auditor, Investigator
SERC Reliability Corporation (Compliance Enforcement Authority)
Charlotte Metro
03.2007 - 08.2010
- Managed compliance enforcement for NERC 693-706 entities, leading investigations and participating in event analysis teams
- Oversaw CMEP cases for large NERC registered TOs, TOPs, RCs, and GO/ GOPs, ensuring regulatory adherence
- Developed expertise in BA, TO, TOP, GO, GOP, TP, PC, and RC roles, enhancing industry knowledge and skills
Plant Manager and Production Manager, Diversity Leader
Duke Energy Corporation
Hamlet
07.2004 - 12.2006
- Led a team of 30 supervisors and CT techs in implementing Simulator training initiatives and HRSG/BOP logic projects to prevent thermal piping stress issues at Progress Energy- CT Operations Regulated Generation Portfolio
- Represented the user in HGPI, CI, and major outages projects at Smith Energy Complex and Asheville Combustion Turbine Complex
- Coached and mentored team members to ensure operational excellence and efficiency in combined-cycle, dual-fuel, and simple cycle operations
Superintendent, Operations, Production Group Leader, Outage General Manager
NiSource
Wheatfield
06.1998 - 07.2004
- Coordinated 2200 MW facility operations and outage projects, ensuring seamless integration with NIPSCO Electric Dispatch and MISO
- Led a team of 80 Operations Supervisors and Subject Matter Experts, providing guidance and support for successful project execution
- Instructed UP Steam Generator/Turbine simulator training, enhancing team's skills and knowledge in startup/shutdown processes
Education
Executive Coaching - Outstanding Leadership
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business
MBA - Business and Economics
Indiana University Bloomington
BS - Management
Calumet College of Saint Joseph
Skills
- Energy
- Power Generation
- NERC
Certification
- Organizational Simulation - Looking Glass Experience (LGE)
- Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) Citizen's Academy
Languages
- Creole, French-based, Professional Working
- English, Native or Bilingual
- French, Limited Working
Timeline
Senior Compliance Manager - Legal & Compliance
BayWa r.e. Americas
11.2021 - Current
Principal Consultant, Compliance Monitoring & Risk Management, Energy Systems
DNV
04.2021 - 11.2021
Principal Consultant, Regulatory Compliance
Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc.
06.2020 - 04.2021
Senior Director, NERC Compliance
IHI Power Services Corp.
09.2019 - 02.2020
Senior Vice President - Principal Consultant
SLT1 Energy Compliance, LLC
03.2018 - Current
Director, Power Market Compliance Services
NAES Corporation
03.2018 - 08.2019
Senior Director, General Manager Reliability Compliance
Power Plant Management Services, LLC
08.2010 - 03.2018
Principal Consultant, Compliance Enforcement Engineer, Auditor, Investigator
SERC Reliability Corporation (Compliance Enforcement Authority)
03.2007 - 08.2010
Plant Manager and Production Manager, Diversity Leader
Duke Energy Corporation
07.2004 - 12.2006
Superintendent, Operations, Production Group Leader, Outage General Manager
NiSource
06.1998 - 07.2004
Executive Coaching - Outstanding Leadership
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business
MBA - Business and Economics
Indiana University Bloomington
BS - Management
Calumet College of Saint Joseph
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