| About Katie: |
I am extremely inspired by the richness of opportunities in the cleantech sector, in particular, the holistic range of renewable energy services, liberty for innovation, and rate of growth. I feel my experience, passion, and commitment to ethics paired with the industry’s fast pace and diverse projects will yield great synergies.
As a corporate financial consultant with Deutsche Bank (DB) AG, I learned diplomacy, internationalism, and effective communication. I initiated and managed high quality project work across North America, Europe and Asia, conducting business in and with more than 15 countries. I maximized services for the corporate clients and profits for DB through employing “cross-selling” and exercising my strong acumen for business relationships. My success was depicted by my yearly promotion. I was responsible for my own $6 million client portfolio, an attest to my entrepreneurial-style, excellent organization, and strong interpersonal skills. I possess a strong affinity for sales and thrive on managing and growing client relationships, securing repeat business. I carefully consider the financial implications of decisions and can make significant contributions in demanding environments. My considerable experience in project and risk management, financial analysis, and strategic planning will be an asset to the cleantech sector.
During my MBA, I have engaged in activities that have cemented my passion for sustainability and the renewable energy sector. My role as Vice President of the Corporate Social Responsibility Club and chapter leader of Net Impact at MBS spurred my interest in organizations working toward the “triple bottom-line”: maximizing financial, environmental and social goals. I have held presentations and business case studies depicting sustainability, energy innovation, and environmental impact in the financial, energy, and consumer goods industries. Major focus was on business threats and competitive opportunities of responsible business practices.
Further exposure to social entrepreneurship while studying in Spain sparked my pursuit in the practice of sustainable business strategy and its lead to profitable growth and long-term competitive advantage. Writing a business plan for a renewable energy consultancy as well as conducting an energy audit of Instituto de Empresa’s campus, which was complemented by recommendations to cut carbon emissions over the short-, medium- and long-term, has given me insights into the industry in which I personally and professionally belong. These experiences, among others, have driven my passion to affect change through innovative, sustainable business, benefiting our economy, environment, and humanity as a whole. |
| Networks: |
San Francisco, United States |
| What kind of positive change do you want to create in the world over the next 12 months?: |
I would like to help increase the percentage of energy coming from renewable sources as much as possible. This will stimulate the economy, while achieving social and environmental well-being. |
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