Phil Schapiro
About Phil Schapiro
Vice President of Project Finance
Phil Schapiro holds the title of Vice President of Project Finance. He plays a crucial role at Summit Ridge Energy by leading the financial resource management for sponsor equity, tax equity, construction debt, and term debt on all projects in the nationwide portfolio. His responsibilities include overseeing different aspects of financing, ensuring that projects are well funded and financially stable.
Education and Expertise
Phil Schapiro earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering from Vanderbilt University. This strong engineering background provides him with a foundation to understand technical aspects of projects in addition to his financial expertise. His blend of technical and financial knowledge is instrumental in his role at Summit Ridge Energy.
Background in Investment Management
Before joining Summit Ridge Energy, Phil Schapiro served as a Senior Investment Associate at Cambridge Associates. In this role, he gained substantial experience in investment management, preparing him for his responsibilities in financial resource management and fundraising at Summit Ridge Energy.
Fundraising and Financial Management
Phil Schapiro manages fundraising efforts across the capital stack at Summit Ridge Energy. His responsibilities include initial investor outreach, Q&A response, risk mitigation, financial modeling, stress testing, and sensitivity analysis. This comprehensive approach ensures that all financial aspects are thoroughly analyzed and managed, contributing to the successful financing of energy projects across the nation.