Miles Q. Braxton
About Miles Q. Braxton
Miles Q. Braxton serves as the Director of Risk Management at Summit Ridge Energy and is a co-founder of both a stealth startup in climate and energy tech and BlackOak Collective. He has a diverse background in renewable energy, consulting, and education, with experience at notable organizations such as Goldman Sachs and the Department of Energy.
Work at Summit Ridge Energy
Miles Q. Braxton serves as the Director of Risk Management at Summit Ridge Energy since 2022. In this role, he applies his expertise in risk analysis and insurance diligence to support the company's operations. Summit Ridge Energy is recognized as one of the largest community solar asset owners in the United States. Braxton's responsibilities include leading strategic initiatives to manage risks associated with solar energy projects.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his position at Summit Ridge Energy, Miles Q. Braxton is a Co-Founder at Stealth Startup - Climate / Energy Tech and BlackOak Collective, where he also serves as a Senior Advisor. At BlackOak Collective, he leads efforts to enhance diversity within the clean energy sector. His roles involve strategic planning and partnership development to further the missions of these organizations.
Education and Expertise
Miles Q. Braxton holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from the University of Virginia, completed in 2018. He furthered his education with a certificate in Financing and Deploying Clean Energy from Yale University in 2020. Additionally, he is studying Mandarin Language and Chinese Coastal Culture at Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai. His educational background supports his work in the clean energy sector.
Professional Background
Miles Q. Braxton has a diverse professional background in the clean energy sector. He previously worked at Goldman Sachs as an Associate in the Renewable Power Group and held various roles at Sol Systems and ITility, LLC. His experience also includes teaching as a Robotics Instructor at Albemarle County Public Schools and internships at the U.S. Department of Energy and the Department of Energy & Environment.
Achievements in Clean Energy Advocacy
Miles Q. Braxton has contributed to clean energy advocacy through presentations at prestigious universities, focusing on career navigation for young professionals of color in the clean energy field. His leadership at BlackOak Collective emphasizes increasing diversity in the industry, showcasing his commitment to fostering inclusivity within the clean energy workforce.