
Kelsey Rawlings
Academic Intern for Planning Division & NEPA Office

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About me
Solar Professional, Driving Innovation in Renewable Energy
Education

San Francisco State University
2012 - 2017Bachelors of Science Degree Environmental StudiesActivities and Societies: Golden Gate National Recreation Area- Academic Internship with Planning Division & NEPA office. Fossil-Free SFSU- Member of school club dedicated to divestment from fossil fuel companies. Degree focused in Natural Resource Management & Conservation.Relevant coursework: Environmental Research Methods, Campus & Local Sustainability, Environmental Law & Policy, California & Bay Area Land-Use Planning, Natural Resource Management, Restoration Ecology, and Conservation Biology.
Experience

Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy
Jan 2016 - Jul 2016Academic Intern for Planning Division & NEPA OfficeWorked in NEPA and Planning Office. Focus on Environmental compliance procedures, organizing and filing office documents.Experience with CEQA, NEPA, PEPC, FOIA, EIS, ESA, ER documents, compiling Administrative Records.

Greentech Renewables Norcal-Hawaii Division
Jul 2017 - Jul 2018Inside Sales Representative- Managed and expanded a portfolio of contractor accounts, providing product recommendations and driving repeat business.- Developed deep industry knowledge in solar distribution, equipping customers with the best solutions for their projects.- Strengthened key partnerships with manufacturers and installers to create an efficient supply chain for renewable energy solutions

Horizon Solar Power
Jul 2018 - Jan 2020Outside Sales Representative- Demonstrated a hunter mentality, consistently identifying and closing new solar opportunities through cold calling and direct outreach.- Developed and maintained a strong sales pipeline, driving deal flow through strategic prospecting and follow-ups.- Conducted in-depth energy assessments to position tailored solar solutions that maximized customer savings.- Worked closely with installation teams to ensure seamless project execution and high customer satisfaction.

K2 Systems US & MX
Mar 2021 - Mar 2024- Owned and grew a portfolio of B2B accounts across the West Coast, identifying opportunities to upsell and expand market reach.- Executed targeted prospecting and strategic outreach to penetrate new accounts and strengthen existing relationships.- Provided consultative sales solutions, helping customers navigate product selection, pricing, and project execution.- Collaborated with marketing and operations teams to refine sales strategies and enhance overall customer experience. - Delivered technical sales support to distributors and solar professionals, ensuring seamless product integration and adoption.- Proactively identified new business opportunities, driving revenue growth through strategic account targeting and relationship management.- Partnered with engineering and operations teams to provide customized solutions that addressed client challenges. - Served as a trusted resource for customers, resolving product inquiries and providing technical guidance to support sales initiatives.- Strengthened customer relationships by delivering high-touch service and ensuring a smooth sales-to-implementation process.- Gained a deep understanding of client pain points, translating insights into actionable sales strategies.
Account Manager, West Coast
Feb 2023 - Mar 2024Technical Sales Representative
Apr 2022 - Feb 2023Client Service Representative
Mar 2021 - Apr 2022

UNIRAC
Mar 2024 - Oct 2024Territory Sales Manager, Southern California & Hawaii- Led business development efforts across Southern California and Hawaii, aggressively prospecting new clients and expanding market share.- Developed and executed sales strategies that drove revenue growth, strengthened brand positioning, and increased customer retention.- Built long-term partnerships with solar installers, EPCs, and distributors, delivering tailored racking solutions to meet their needs.- Managed a robust sales pipeline, leveraging market insights and strategic pricing to close deals and maintain a competitive edge. Show less

Luxor Energy
Dec 2024 - nowOperations- Drive operational efficiency by identifying and resolving solar system performance issues, ensuring maximum uptime and energy production.- Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes and implement best practices that enhance system reliability and reduce downtime. - Utilize data-driven insights to improve asset management and support long-term system performance.
Licenses & Certifications
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Solar PV Certification
Solar Energy International (SEI)Sept 2017- View certificate
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CEP Inside Sales
National Association of Electrical Distributors (NAED)Dec 2017
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