Clarissa Montgomery
About Clarissa Montgomery
Clarissa Montgomery is a Business Development Manager specializing in Commercial and Industrial Operations and Maintenance at NovaSource Power Services. She has extensive experience in the solar industry, having held various roles at companies such as First Solar and Sungevity.
Work at NovaSource Power Services
Clarissa Montgomery serves as the Business Development Manager for Commercial & Industrial Operations and Maintenance (O&M) at NovaSource Power Services. She has held this position since 2021. In her role, she assists businesses, communities, utilities, and investors in achieving their operational and financial targets related to solar investments. She ensures compliance with safety standards while contributing to the company's growth and market presence. Her efforts have played a part in NovaSource Power Services becoming the largest O&M provider globally, particularly following the acquisition of First Solar Energy Services.
Previous Experience in Solar Industry
Prior to her current role, Clarissa Montgomery gained extensive experience in the solar industry. She worked at First Solar as a Strategic Account Manager for Utility Solar O&M from 2018 to 2021. Before that, she held multiple positions at Sungevity, including Solar Sales Consultant, Team Leader for Sales Support and Operations, and Team Leader for Customer Account Management between 2015 and 2017. This diverse background provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the solar market and customer needs.
Logistics and Data Analysis Background
Clarissa Montgomery began her career with a focus on logistics and data analysis. She interned at RedStone Logistics from 2013 to 2014, where she contributed to data analysis efforts. This experience laid the groundwork for her analytical skills and understanding of operational efficiency, which she later applied in her roles within the solar industry.
Education and Language Skills
Clarissa Montgomery holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Management and Leadership from The University of Kansas, which she completed from 2010 to 2014. She also participated in the Rotary International Exchange Program at National Taipei University of Business, where she studied Mandarin Chinese from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, she completed an intensive Mandarin Chinese program at National Taiwan Normal University in 2017. Her educational background equips her with both business acumen and language skills.
Leadership and Training Experience
Before entering the solar industry, Clarissa Montgomery worked at KU Endowment Association as a Team Leader and Development Associate Trainer from 2011 to 2013. In this role, she developed leadership skills and gained experience in training and team management. This background has contributed to her effectiveness in managing teams and projects in her subsequent roles.