Michael Riley
About Michael Riley
Michael Riley is a Sr. Partner Operations Manager at Sunrun, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in the solar industry, having held various roles at Sunrun and other companies since 2015.
Current Role at Sunrun
Michael Riley serves as the Sr. Partner Operations Manager at Sunrun, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing partner operations and ensuring effective collaboration with various stakeholders. His extensive experience in the solar industry equips him to manage complex operational challenges and streamline processes.
Previous Experience in Solar Industry
Before his current role, Michael Riley worked at Sunrun in several capacities. He was a Project Coordinator/Installation Review Representative from 2016 to 2018, followed by a position as Senior Project Coordinator from 2018 to 2019. He also served as a Partner Manager in Partner Operations from 2019 until his current title. Additionally, he worked at SunTalk Solar as a Solar Installation Technician/Installation Team Lead from 2015 to 2016.
Work History Prior to Sunrun
Michael has a diverse work history prior to his tenure at Sunrun. He was an Origination Associate at RES for five months in 2019. He also held the position of Global Account Manager at Nokero from 2014 to 2015 and worked as a Small Business Funding Advisor at On Deck Capital, Inc. from 2013 to 2014. His early career includes a role as a Client Relationship Manager at Zidisha Inc. in 2012.
Educational Background
Michael Riley earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies with a focus on Comparative Development from the University of Oregon, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. He also participated in a study abroad program through CIEE in Dakar, Senegal, where he studied Society, Culture, Development, French, and Wolof for 11 months in 2010.