Andrew D. Theodore
About Andrew D. Theodore
Andrew D. Theodore is the Director of Smart Infrastructure at eleXsys Energy and Planet Ark Power in Melbourne, Australia. He has extensive experience in sales, marketing, and operations across various sectors, and holds multiple formal qualifications in commerce, engineering, and business marketing.
Current Role at eleXsys Energy
Andrew D. Theodore serves as the Director of Smart Infrastructure at eleXsys Energy, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, he focuses on developing innovative solutions in smart infrastructure. His role involves leading cross-functional teams to enhance customer advocacy and drive operational excellence.
Previous Experience at Siemens
Prior to his current role, Andrew worked at Siemens in various capacities. He served as Executive General Manager for Energy Management from 2014 to 2019 and as Executive General Manager for Smart Infrastructure in 2019. His tenure at Siemens also included the role of Vice President for Low & Medium Voltage and Smart Grid from 2011 to 2014, contributing to significant advancements in energy solutions.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Andrew holds formal qualifications in Commerce, Engineering (Power), and Business Marketing. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Commerce (Marketing) from The University of Western Australia and a Graduate Certificate in Management from the same institution. He also studied at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management, where he obtained Post Graduate Certificates in Strategic Business Marketing and participated in programs at MIT Sloan School of Management focusing on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
Experience in Electrical Engineering and Management
Andrew has extensive experience in electrical engineering and management. He worked at NHP Electrical Engineering Products Pty Ltd as General Manager and Executive General Manager for Strategic Business Marketing. His career spans over two decades, with hands-on experience in sales, marketing, and operations across various sectors, including utilities, construction, and mining.
Leadership and Team Building Skills
Andrew emphasizes the importance of building empowered, high-performing teams. He thrives on creating cross-functional teams that focus on understanding end-user needs and delivering value-added customer experiences. His leadership approach is centered on fostering collaboration and driving customer advocacy within the organizations he has worked for.