Chad Kennedy
About Chad Kennedy
Chad Kennedy is a Compensation Manager at Sunrun, where he has worked since 2023, and previously served as a Sr. Compensation Analyst since 2020 in Denver, Colorado. He has extensive experience in sales and operations management across various companies, including US Bank, CenturyLink, and BT.
Work at Sunrun
Chad Kennedy has been employed at Sunrun since 2020, initially serving as a Senior Compensation Analyst. In 2023, he advanced to the role of Compensation Manager, where he continues to apply his expertise in compensation strategies. His work is based in Denver, Colorado, and he focuses on optimizing compensation structures to align with organizational goals.
Previous Employment Experience
Chad Kennedy has a diverse professional background, having held various positions in the finance and telecommunications sectors. He worked at US Bank in multiple roles, including Branch Manager and Customer Service Manager, from 2000 to 2010. He also served as a Senior Manager of Sales Operations at BT from 2017 to 2020 and as an Incentive Compensation Analyst at Optiv Inc from 2016 to 2017. His experience includes a role as Economic Development Manager at the Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce from 1996 to 1999.
Education and Expertise
Chad Kennedy holds a Bachelor of Science in Economic and Regional Development from the University of Arizona, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. He furthered his education with a Master of Business Administration from the University of Colorado, completing his studies from 2011 to 2013. His academic background supports his expertise in strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and critical analysis.
Leadership Philosophy
Chad Kennedy emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking and optimism in leadership roles. He focuses on proactively eliminating barriers by addressing necessary system or policy adjustments. His approach aims to enhance resource management, improve performance, and adapt to changes in customer strategy, reflecting his commitment to effective leadership in sales and operations.