Phillip North
About Phillip North
Phillip North serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Pine Gate Renewables, where he has worked since 2023. He has held various roles in the energy sector, including positions at The AES Corporation and Duke Energy Corporation, and has a strong academic background in economics and leadership.
Current Role at Pine Gate Renewables
Phillip North serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Pine Gate Renewables, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic financial planning. His leadership contributes to the company's growth in the renewable energy sector.
Previous Experience at The AES Corporation
Prior to his current role, Phillip North worked at The AES Corporation in various capacities. He served as the Chief Risk Officer for Global Risk Management from 2019 to 2022, where he managed risk assessment and mitigation strategies. He also held the position of VP, Commercial, Growth, and Portfolio Management for six months in 2022, focusing on strategic growth initiatives.
Career at Duke Energy Corporation
Phillip North has extensive experience at Duke Energy Corporation, where he held multiple roles from 2011 to 2015. He began as a Senior Business Analyst in the Commercial, Trading, and Marketing department. He then progressed to Commercial Manager and later served as Strategy and Commercial Director, contributing to strategic planning and commercial operations.
Educational Background
Phillip North has a strong educational foundation in economics. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Miami University, followed by a Master's degree in the same field. Additionally, he completed the Leadership Fundamentals program at the Center for Creative Leadership in 2014 and is currently enrolled in the Leadership Development Program at Georgetown University since 2017.
Early Career Experience
Phillip North began his professional journey as a Graduate Assistant at Miami University from 2008 to 2009. This role provided him with foundational skills in research and academic support, contributing to his development in the field of economics and finance.