Cliff Crites
About Cliff Crites
Cliff Crites is the Sr. Director of Operations New Homes at Sunnova Energy and the Director of Operations at SunStreet, with extensive experience in operational management and strategy.
Title
Cliff Crites holds the title of Sr. Director of Operations New Homes. He is currently affiliated with Sunnova Energy in this role since 2021. Additionally, Cliff has been serving as the Director of Operations at SunStreet (a Lennar Company) in Irvine, CA since 2019.
Professional Experience
Cliff brings a wealth of experience to his current roles, having previously worked in various capacities across several notable companies. Prior to his positions at Sunnova Energy and SunStreet, he served as the Operations Manager in New Home Construction at SunPower Corporation from 2016 to 2019 in Irvine, CA 92618. He was the Director of Operations at Heritage Solar from 2012 to 2016 in Newport Beach. His earlier career includes project management roles at NuView Financial (2011-2012), The Monaghan Group (2009-2011), and Americom (2005-2007).
Education and Expertise
Cliff graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences in 2010. His academic background laid the foundation for a versatile career that spans marketing, sales, engineering, and operations.
Operational Strategies and Efficiency
Known for creating long-term operational strategies that enhance efficiency, Cliff has a proven track record of improving operational efficiency in various roles. He has been instrumental in leading organizational rebranding and turnarounds at multiple companies, leveraging his extensive experience in managing multimillion-dollar P&L responsibilities.
Multidisciplinary Experience
Cliff possesses a broad-based experience that includes marketing, sales, engineering, and operations. This diverse skill set has enabled him to excel in various industry roles and contribute significantly to the operational success of the companies he has been part of.