Brian Rappaport
About Brian Rappaport
Brian Rappaport is the Managing Director and Head of North American Energy Supply and Trading at Nikola Motor Company.
Current Title and Role
Brian Rappaport currently serves as the Managing Director and Head of North American Energy Supply and Trading at Nikola Motor Company. He has led the team since 2021, operating out of Chicago, Illinois. His responsibilities include overseeing energy and trading operations, environmental products, and project development. He leads a team of over 50 experts dedicated to advancing Nikola's hydrogen fuel cell program and infrastructure platform.
Previous Experience at BP
Prior to joining Nikola Motor Company, Brian Rappaport worked at BP as Director of Global Structured Products from 2018 to 2021 in the Greater Chicago Area. During his tenure, he was instrumental in developing and managing structured energy products. His role entailed significant engagement with both internal teams and external stakeholders to align BP's product offerings with market demands and regulations.
Roles in Commodity Trading and Origination
Brian Rappaport has extensive experience in commodity trading and origination, having held senior positions at several key financial institutions. He was the Executive Director at Natixis from 2012 to 2018 in Greater New York City Area, SVP Origination and Trading at Freepoint Commodities from 2011 to 2012, and SVP Trading and Origination at RBS Sempra Commodities from 2009 to 2011. Earlier in his career, he worked at Societe Generale as Director of Oil and Gas Derivatives Marketing from 2005 to 2009 and at Morgan Stanley as Associate in Commodity Derivatives from 2001 to 2005.
Educational Background
Brian Rappaport attended Penn State University and Australia School of Management in 1970. Specific details about his degrees or fields of study are not mentioned, but his educational background has contributed to his proficiency in energy and commodity markets.
Specialization and Advocacy
Brian Rappaport specializes in waste biomass to fuels, advanced biofuels, renewables, and decentralized energy solutions. He also has expertise in traded carbon markets. Beyond his primary roles, he actively participates in policy advocacy and industry regulations regarding environmental products and low-carbon incentives markets. His work has positioned him as a key figure in the advancement of sustainable energy solutions.