Chris Johnson
About Chris Johnson
Chris Johnson is a Senior Retail Solar Advisor at Sunrun, where he has worked since 2016 in the Fresno, California area. He has a background in sales and energy consulting, holding various positions in companies such as GCI Solar and The Home Depot, and has achieved notable success in solar consultations.
Work at Sunrun
Chris Johnson has been employed at Sunrun as a Sr. Retail Solar Advisor since 2016. In this role, he focuses on providing solar energy solutions to customers in the Fresno, California area. Over his tenure, he has achieved notable success, including maintaining an 80% appointment to sit rate and a 35% close rate on scheduled consultations at Costco. His performance has positioned him among the top Retail Solar Advisors in the nation.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Sunrun, Chris Johnson held several positions in the energy and retail sectors. He worked as an Energy Consultant at GCI Solar for eight months in 2015. Prior to that, he spent five years at The Home Depot as a Lead Generator Specialist from 2010 to 2015. His career also includes supervisory roles at RingCentral from 2007 to 2009 and Alorica from 2004 to 2007. He began his career as a Sales Representative at The Fresno Bee from 1999 to 2003.
Education and Expertise
Chris Johnson studied at Wilmington University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a focus on Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration. His educational journey spanned from 2020 to 2024. This academic background complements his extensive experience in sales and energy consulting, enhancing his ability to serve clients effectively.
Achievements in Solar Consulting
In his role as a Sr. Retail Solar Advisor, Chris Johnson has achieved significant recognition. He attained the highest conversion ratings in the nation for scheduled solar consultations. Additionally, he ranked in the top 10 Retail Solar Advisors nationwide out of 300, and was recognized as number 1 in the valley, showcasing his effectiveness in the solar consulting field.