Jeff Potter

Jeff Potter is a seasoned business developer and commercial manager, currently serving as the CEO of a mid-sized utility-scale solar developer with a strong presence in Massachusetts and Florida. With a focus on expanding operations geographically and functionally, Jeff explores new opportunities across the US.

With a background in spotting high-growth opportunities in various market segments, Jeff has successfully nurtured embryonic ideas into fully operational businesses on three continents. His exceptional transcultural skills have enabled him to establish a strong market presence in various roles such as Head of Energy at a leading international bank, CEO of multiple energy start-ups, and Head of Development at a European renewables developer in a year's timeframe.

Jeff's specialties include growing existing operations, guiding start-ups from inception to profitability with a focus on exit strategies, fundraising, financial management encompassing debt and equity solutions, budgeting, and cost control. He excels in team formation and management, particularly in cross-cultural settings, and possesses expertise in deal origination and joint venture implementation.

His educational background includes an MBA in Business Administration from INSEAD, along with studies in International Organization (Ph.D.) from the Graduate Institute of International Studies, International Relations from the University of Southern California, and dual degrees in Political Science & Russian Studies from the University of Oklahoma.

Throughout his career, Jeff has held key leadership positions such as CEO of Renewable Energy International LLC and Windyfields Group, Head of International Wind Development at VEOLIA ENVIRONNEMENT, Head of Energy - The Americas at Standard Bank, and Head of Energy at Merrill Lynch.