Erin Spence
About Erin Spence
Erin Spence is the Manager of Wholesale Power Marketing at CenterPoint Energy, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in various roles at Vectren and advanced degrees in business, she specializes in marketing wholesale energy and capacity in the utilities sector.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Erin Spence has been serving as the Manager of Wholesale Power Marketing at CenterPoint Energy since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the marketing of wholesale energy and capacity. Her focus includes strategic planning and execution within the utilities sector. Based in the Evansville, Indiana Area, Erin has contributed to the company's efforts in optimizing energy marketing strategies and enhancing operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Vectren
Prior to her current position, Erin Spence worked at Vectren in various roles from 2014 to 2019. She began as an Electric DSM Analyst, where she worked for one year. She then advanced to the position of Supervisor Market Settlements for one year before transitioning to the role of MISO Settlements Analyst, where she worked for three years. Her experiences at Vectren provided her with a solid foundation in market settlements and energy management.
Education and Expertise
Erin Spence holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Mid-Continent University, which she attended from 2004 to 2006. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from Murray State University from 2008 to 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in marketing wholesale energy and capacity, as well as her strong analytical skills tailored to the electric utility industry.
Analytical Skills and Financial Management
Erin possesses strong analytical skills specifically designed for the electric utility industry. These skills enhance decision-making processes within her roles. Additionally, she has developed a comprehensive skill set in cash flow management, which is crucial for optimizing financial operations in the utilities sector. Her robust understanding of fixed assets management further complements her expertise in the field.