Hello, my name is Gunnar Steele.
I built a diverse career across finance, energy, and sustainability. After graduating in 2020, I worked in financial planning and analysis, contributed to climate change regulatory research, and managed renewable energy assets for leading developers.
I grew up as a military brat and have lived in many places, but Houston will always feel like home. Currently, I am based in North Carolina.
Blogs
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Education
University of Houston, Houston, Texas
2016-2020
B.S. in Economics, Minor: Consumer Science
Relevant Coursework: Environmental Economics, Behavioral Economics, Econometrics, Capital Markets Economics
Professional Experience
RWE US, Remote
Senior Associate Asset Management | April 2024 - November 2024
- Led analytical initiatives to optimize financial performance of wind, solar, and battery storage assets, resulting in enhanced efficiency and increased profitability.
- Conducted comprehensive financial analysis and forecasting to inform budget decisions and risk management strategies.
- Strengthened contract management processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline asset management operations, delivering significant cost savings.
CAMS US, Houston
Associate Asset Manager - Renewables | April 2023 – April 2024
- Managed annual budgeting and execution of business plans, driving financial and operational performance to meet owner objectives.
- Conducted detailed financial statement analysis and created complex financial models for budgeting and settlement processes.
- Developed actionable market insights into wholesale dynamics, enhancing client presentations and addressing commercial challenges.
- Delivered clear and impactful presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating key performance indicators and financial metrics.
Entergy US, New Orleans
Regulatory Analyst, Strategy & Research | June 2022 - April 2023
- Analyzed and maintained regulatory assumptions used in the financial planning process for Entergy's Operating Companies, including identifying and quantifying risks and opportunities.
- Shaped the analysis of customer rate trajectories and bill impacts of upcoming power generation projects.
- Designed key PowerPoint presentations for sustainable & resilience solutions from the brainstorming phase to completion.
- Constructed communications strategy and developed messaging for 5 Entergy Operating Companies for Public Utility Commissioners' requests.
- Applied a proactive, solution-oriented approach to regulatory challenges in the energy sector, leveraging technology and data integration to achieve optimal compliance outcomes.
Leadership and Community Involvement
Circular Farms, Houston, Texas
Founder & Operations Lead | September 2018 - December 2021
- Founded and scaled an innovative insect farming operation producing sustainable chicken feed, achieving a circular economy model by converting organic waste into high-protein feed products.
- Developed and optimized black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) production protocols, resulting in 25% of black soldier fly larvae output.
- Established partnerships with 25 local food producers to secure reliable organic waste streams.
Skills and Interests
Computer: SQL, Python, R, Excel, MySQL
Interests: Start-ups, Sustainability, Privacy, Hiking, Biking, People