Mitch Sargent
About Mitch Sargent
Mitch Sargent is a Business Development and Sales Manager at Yotta Energy, where he has worked since 2022 in Austin, Texas. He has a diverse background in sales across various industries, including renewable energy and wine, and has experience in managing sales teams and developing sales strategies.
Work at Yotta Energy
Mitch Sargent currently serves as the Business Development and Sales Manager at Yotta Energy, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing and managing sales strategies for commercial and industrial energy storage systems. Prior to his current title, he worked as the Regional Sales Manager at Yotta Energy from 2021 to 2022. His involvement in the energy storage industry began in 2021, and he has actively participated in discussions regarding advancements in energy storage technology, including a webinar on Yotta Energy's SolarLEAF battery technology.
Education and Expertise
Mitch Sargent earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Affairs, with a focus on International Relations, Security, and Economics, from The University of Georgia in 2007. He also completed his high school education at Starr's Mill High School, where he achieved AP+ recognition. His expertise lies in developing and managing sales strategies across various sectors, particularly in the renewable energy field, where he has been active since 2021.
Background
Mitch Sargent has a diverse professional background that spans multiple industries, including hospitality, finance, wine, and renewable energy. He began his career as a Financial Planning Intern at MassMutual Financial Group in 2006. He then transitioned to the hospitality sector, working as a Food and Beverage Manager at both The Beverly Hilton and Andaz San Diego. Following this, he moved into sales roles within the wine industry, serving as a Sales Representative at Regal Wine Company and later as a Regional Sales Manager at Foley Family Wines and Shannon Ridge Family of Wines.
Previous Experience
Before joining Yotta Energy, Mitch Sargent held several sales management positions. He worked as a Sales Manager at Sunrun for seven months in 2020 and 2021. His experience in sales management includes overseeing teams and strategies in both the wine and renewable energy sectors. His career reflects a strong ability to adapt and transition between industries while maintaining a focus on sales and business development.