Abigail Jacobs
About Abigail Jacobs
Abigail Jacobs serves as a Commercial Business Development Representative at Spire in Birmingham, Alabama, where she has worked since 2016. She specializes in contract negotiations, customer relationship management, and the promotion of natural gas solutions to commercial clients.
Work at Spire
Abigail Jacobs has served as a Commercial Business Development Representative at Spire since 2016, based in Birmingham, Alabama. In this role, she negotiates contract terms with customers and assists in scheduling activities as needed. Abigail manages a large-sized territory and is responsible for medium to large-sized key accounts, focusing on customer satisfaction. She builds key relationships with developers, business owners, and other stakeholders in the community. Her efforts include converting commercial customers to natural gas from alternative fuels through prospecting and energy studies. Abigail has also facilitated significant projects, such as the installation of a 90-foot vertical service line for a centralized tankless water heating system.
Education and Expertise
Abigail Jacobs holds a Master of Science in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas, where she studied from 2020 to 2022. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Political Science from Jacksonville State University, completing her studies from 2009 to 2013. Abigail's educational background provides her with a solid foundation in operations and management, enhancing her capabilities in business development and customer relations within the energy sector.
Background
Before joining Spire, Abigail Jacobs worked as a Loaned Executive at United Way of Central Alabama for three months in 2018. She also gained experience as a GIS Technician at SEI Energy, LLC from 2015 to 2016 in the Chattanooga, Tennessee area. These roles contributed to her understanding of community engagement and technical aspects of energy management, which she applies in her current position.
Achievements
Abigail Jacobs has successfully secured a letter of intent for centralized tankless hot water systems in two large multifamily developments in Downtown Birmingham. She plays a critical role in conducting educational training on the benefits of natural gas, including rebates and processes, for both internal and external stakeholders. Abigail's contributions to special projects and her ability to communicate project status effectively demonstrate her commitment to her role at Spire.