Rob Davis

Rob Davis is a communications and public affairs professional currently serving as the Public Affairs, Programs, and Media Relations lead at Connexus® Energy, a position he has held since October 2022.1 His career spans various roles in communications, public relations, and energy-related fields.

Career Highlights

Connexus® Energy: Rob Davis has been with Connexus® Energy since July 2021, initially joining as Communications Lead before moving into his current role.1 Connexus Energy is Minnesota's largest member-owned nonprofit electric cooperative and was recently named to Fast Company's list of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2024, ranking #4 in the Energy category.2

Fresh Energy: Prior to joining Connexus, Davis spent over 7 years at Fresh Energy, where he held two significant positions:

1. Director of the Center for Pollinators in Energy (January 2017 - June 2021)
2. Director of the Media & Innovation Lab (April 2014 - January 2017)1

During his time at Fresh Energy, Davis was instrumental in promoting pollinator-friendly solar practices, which later influenced Connexus Energy's approach to solar facility ground cover.2

Other Notable Roles:

• Founder of Pioneer PR (August 2007 - April 2014)
• Director of Communications and External Relations at Minneapolis College of Art and Design (May 2009 - December 2012)
• Senior Counselor at Haberman & Associates (2004 - July 2007)
• Director of Partner Marketing at Gearworks, Inc. (1999 - 2003)1

Achievements and Recognition

Rob Davis has received several awards for his work in communications and energy:

• Solar Steward of the Year — North American Agrivoltaics Awards
• Emmy Award, Midwest Region (November 2019)
• Cleanie Award: Public Affairs Campaign of the Year, Platinum Winner (October 2019)
• Teresa Du Bois Exline Award for Best Practices in Communications and Marketing (December 2010)1

Current Responsibilities

At Connexus Energy, Davis plays a key role in the company's innovative approaches to energy distribution and sustainability. He has been involved in various initiatives, including:

• Implementing battery storage projects
• Collaborating with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) on the Solar-HERO research project
• Supporting the expansion of rooftop solar and electric vehicle infrastructure
• Introducing the annual Value of Membership Report for Connexus members2

Rob Davis is also the Chair of the Advisory Committee to the National Renewable Energy Lab's InSPIRE study, which focuses on low-impact solar development.3