Thomas Melton
About Thomas Melton
Thomas Melton serves as the Lead Market Analyst at CenterPoint Energy, where he focuses on economic forecasting and market analysis. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Psychology from Kentucky Wesleyan College and an MBA in Business and Economics from Murray State University.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Thomas Melton has served as the Lead Market Analyst at CenterPoint Energy since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for economic forecasting, which involves predicting future economic conditions to inform and guide business decisions. His position requires a strong analytical skill set, particularly in understanding market trends and economic indicators.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Melton holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Psychology from Kentucky Wesleyan College, completed between 1997 and 2002. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business and Economics from Murray State University from 2002 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in commodity and economic research, as well as dairy risk management, which is relevant to the energy sector.
Background
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Thomas Melton accumulated diverse experience in the energy and commodity sectors. He worked as a Global Commodity Risk Manager at Mead Johnson Nutrition from 2013 to 2017 and as a Senior Buyer at Vectren from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he held positions at Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline and Energy Systems Group, showcasing a comprehensive background in strategic planning and market analysis.
Previous Work Experience
Thomas Melton's career includes significant roles in various organizations. He was a Senior Energy Analyst at Fellon-McCord for seven months in 2013 and worked as a Business Development Representative at Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline from 2003 to 2008. His experience also includes a four-year tenure at Vectren Source/GreenStreet Solutions, where he managed gas supply transportation and storage.
Achievements in Strategic Planning
Thomas Melton has a background in strategic planning, which involves setting long-term goals and determining the best approaches to achieve them. His experience in this area is evident through his various roles in market analysis and commodity risk management, where he has contributed to the development of strategies that align with organizational objectives.