Blake Sturcke
About Blake Sturcke
Blake Sturcke serves as Co-CEO at Encore Renewable Energy, where he focuses on leadership through vulnerability and strategic partnerships in the clean energy sector. With extensive experience in finance and corporate development, he has held various leadership roles and is actively involved in community support initiatives.
Work at Encore Renewable Energy
Blake Sturcke currently serves as Co-CEO of Encore Renewable Energy, a position he has held since 2023. His tenure at the company includes various leadership roles, having previously worked as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer from 2017 to 2019, and later as President and Chief Financial Officer from 2019 to 2021. Sturcke's leadership style emphasizes vulnerability, which aims to foster a positive organizational culture. He has been instrumental in developing strategic partnerships and structuring deals within the clean energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Blake Sturcke holds an MBA in Finance from Columbia Business School, where he studied from 1996 to 1998. He also earned a BA in Economics from Bucknell University, completing his studies there from 1989 to 1993. His expertise encompasses strategic partnerships, deal structuring, and corporate development, particularly in clean energy and environmental services. Sturcke has significant international experience, especially in Asia and Latin America, which enhances his approach to project finance.
Background
Blake Sturcke has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple financial institutions. He served as Director at Deutsche Bank from 2006 to 2008 and as Executive Director at Morgan Stanley from 1999 to 2006, with experience in both New York and Hong Kong. Earlier in his career, he worked in fixed income sales at Morgan Stanley and held positions at Merrill Lynch and Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette. His early career also included work in the organics recycling and waste-to-energy sector.
Achievements
Blake Sturcke has contributed to the clean energy sector through various initiatives. He co-founded Turning Earth, a clean energy company focused on organics recycling and waste-to-energy. Sturcke has spoken at prestigious institutions such as Yale and Villanova, sharing insights on clean energy and corporate finance. He has also participated in podcasts discussing mental health and clean energy, furthering the conversation on these important topics. Additionally, he supports community initiatives by ensuring election day is a company holiday to promote voting participation.
Community Involvement
Blake Sturcke is actively involved in community support efforts, particularly in assisting refugees. He has played a role in providing housing and necessities for over 50 refugees. His commitment to social responsibility extends to his professional practices, where he integrates community revitalization efforts into clean energy projects, focusing on reclaiming undervalued real estate for energy generation and storage.