Chief Energy and Utilities Strategy Officer

Energy & Utilities Strategy LeaderThis key role will lead the company's strategic vision, solution development, and thought leadership for the Energy & Utilities sector.Key Responsibilities:Industry Strategy & VisionDefine and refine the company's strategic direction in the Energy & Utilities sector, focusing on Renewable Energy, Distributed Energy Resources, Battery Storage, Hydrogen, Transmission & Distribution, and Grid Operations.Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps for scaling Data & AI solutions across the value chain (generation, forecasting, asset management, maintenance, grid analytics, market operations).Identify emerging trends, regulatory shifts, and disruptive technologies shaping the future of energy.Thought LeadershipProduce high-impact thought leadership content: whitepapers, strategy briefs, industry POVs, conference presentations, and research-backed insights.Represent the company at industry forums, webinars, conferences, and partner events as a subject-matter expert.Establish the organization as a trusted advisor in Renewable Energy & Utilities through data-driven narratives and innovative viewpoints.Solution & Practice DevelopmentDefine key industry solution offerings in areas such as generation forecasting, predictive maintenance, grid reliability, DER optimization, energy trading and risk analytics, AMI analytics, and sustainability reporting.Partner with technical teams to translate industry needs into scalable Data & AI frameworks, accelerators, and reusable assets.Ensure solutions align with industry regulations (FERC, NERC, ISO/RTO requirements) and evolving market structures.Go-to-Market (GTM) LeadershipBuild and execute GTM strategies for the Energy & Utilities vertical, including messaging, positioning, value propositions, and customer engagement models.Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Partnership teams to develop campaigns, collateral, case studies, and market differentiation.Participate in executive-level discussions with clients, shaping early-stage deals and solution concepts.Industry Practice GovernanceDefine and maintain best practices, delivery methodologies, and operating models specific to the Energy & Utilities domain.Mentor and guide internal teams—consultants, data scientists, engineers, and analysts—to elevate capabilities and domain expertise.Create competency frameworks and lead knowledge-sharing initiatives across the organization.Client Advisory & EngagementServe as the executive advisor for key Energy & Utility clients, offering guidance on digital transformation, AI adoption, modernization of operational systems, and data strategy.Lead discovery workshops and roadmap sessions to identify high-value opportunities.Influence C-level stakeholders by connecting business goals with technical solutions.QualificationsPreferred Ph.D. in Energy Systems, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Renewable Energy, Operations Research, AI/ML, or a related field.10+ years of experience in Energy & Utilities with strong exposure to Renewable Energy, Grid Operations, or Power Markets.8+ years of experience in Data & AI, including analytics platforms, data engineering, advanced forecasting models, optimization, or machine learning.Deep understanding of renewable generation technologies (solar, wind, battery, hydrogen), plant operations, grid constraints, and energy market structures.Proven ability to translate complex domain knowledge into clear thought leadership and impactful business strategies.Strong executive presence with experience presenting to senior decision-makers.Experience working in consulting, system integration, energy digital transformation, or a similar environment is highly preferred.