Alex Wooten
About Alex Wooten
Alex Wooten serves as the VP of Finance at Sunrun, a position he has held since 2019. He has a diverse background in finance and strategy, with previous roles at SolarCity, Tesla, and other organizations.
Work at Sunrun
Alex Wooten has served as Vice President of Finance at Sunrun since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial operations and strategy within the organization. His tenure at Sunrun has spanned five years, during which he has contributed to the company's growth and financial management in the renewable energy sector. Sunrun is known for its focus on solar energy solutions and has established itself as a leader in the industry.
Previous Experience in Corporate Finance
Before joining Sunrun, Alex Wooten held various positions in corporate finance at SolarCity. He worked as Manager of Corporate Finance from 2013 to 2015, then advanced to Associate Director of Corporate Finance from 2015 to 2016. He briefly served as Director of Corporate Finance in 2016. His experience at SolarCity provided him with a solid foundation in finance within the solar energy industry.
Experience at Tesla
From 2016 to 2019, Alex Wooten worked at Tesla in Finance, Strategy & Business Operations. During his three years at Tesla, he engaged in strategic financial planning and business operations, contributing to the company's innovative approach to electric vehicles and renewable energy solutions. His role at Tesla further enhanced his expertise in finance and strategy within a rapidly evolving industry.
Education and Expertise
Alex Wooten holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA from the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. His academic background has equipped him with a strong foundation in economic principles and business strategy, which he applies in his professional roles.
Background in Research and Consulting
Earlier in his career, Alex Wooten gained valuable experience in research and consulting. He worked as a Research Associate at Cornerstone Research from 2007 to 2011 and completed a research internship at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia from 2006 to 2007. Additionally, he served as a Consultant at Nollen Group for a brief period in 2010. These roles helped him develop analytical skills and a strong ability to synthesize large information sets into actionable plans.