Ken Roper
About Ken Roper
Ken Roper is the Senior Manager of Energy Risk at Nikola Motor Company, with extensive experience in business intelligence, audit, analytics, and power supply management.
Current Employment at Nikola Motor Company
Ken Roper is currently working at Nikola Motor Company as the Senior Manager of Energy Risk. He has been with the company since 2022, operating out of Phoenix, Arizona. In this role, Ken focuses on mitigating energy-related risks and ensuring the company’s energy strategies align with overall business objectives.
Previous Role at Priority Power Management
Before joining Nikola Motor Company, Ken Roper served as the Director of Business Intelligence at Priority Power Management, LLC. He held this position from 2021 to 2022 in The Woodlands, Texas. In this capacity, Ken was responsible for leveraging data analytics to support business decisions and enhance operational efficiency.
Experience at Teleios Commodities
From 2018 to 2021, Ken Roper was the Director of Audit & Analytics at Teleios Commodities in The Woodlands, TX. During his tenure, he focused on auditing processes and developing analytic frameworks to improve business outcomes. His work contributed significantly to the firm’s audit capabilities and analytical rigor.
Employment at Crius Energy and North American Power
Ken Roper worked at Crius Energy, LLC as the Director of Power Supply from 2017 to 2018 in Norwalk, CT. Prior to that, he held the position of Manager of Power Supply at North American Power from 2012 to 2017, also in Norwalk, CT. In these roles, he was involved in power supply management, pricing strategies, and operational improvements.
Educational Background
Ken Roper earned his Master’s Degree in Financial Risk Management from the University of Connecticut School of Business, studying there from 2014 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resource Economics from the University of Connecticut, which he completed from 2009 to 2012.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Ken Roper has demonstrated proficiency in advanced technical skills including Python, SQL, Tableau, Spark, ELT, JupyterHub, Athena, PostgreSQL, Microsoft Excel, Docker, AWS – Kubernetes, EC2, and S3. His technical expertise allows him to develop custom pricing models, break down complex ideas, and coordinate corrective technical solutions.
Professional Approach and Industry Knowledge
Ken Roper is known for his ability to break down complex technical concepts and provide actionable solutions. Throughout his career, he has participated in process improvements and implemented strategies to increase productivity. He possesses a functional understanding of current industry trends and aims for cohesive and relaxed professional interactions to drive positive change.