Energy professional with 5 years of experience in electricity M&A, policy and market research with a focus on renewable development. Passionate about increasing renewable generation as part of the US generation mix. I am particularly interested in M&A and policy development due to their ability to shape the industry. Energy work experience: Analyst at TAG Energy Partners (power industry financial advisor); Analyst at International Power (IPP); Intern at Sustainable Energy Advantage (renewable energy consulting firm); Intern at New Energy Capital (clean power private equity firm). Graduated from Brown University in 2009 with a degree in Environmental Studies; Honors Thesis: "Offshore Wind Development in Rhode Island: The Advisability of Long-term Contracting with the Proposed RIWINDS Offshore Wind Project".