Michelle Ella Fernandez, M.A.

Michelle "Ella" Fernandez, M.A. has a diverse work experience in the energy industry and academia. Michelle "Ella" started their career as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant in the Department of World Languages and Cultures at Sam Houston State University from January 2013 to May 2014. In this role, they contributed to the department's mission of promoting a better understanding of world cultures and languages.

In May 2014, Michelle joined Brilliant Energy as a Commercial Business Development Manager. Michelle "Ella" was responsible for both direct and indirect sales and emphasized the company's commitment to great customer service and community involvement. Michelle "Ella" held this position until April 2021.

From April 2021 to January 2023, Michelle worked at CleanSky Energy as a Commercial Business Development Manager. This renewable energy company aimed to provide clean electricity at an affordable and honest rate. Michelle played a crucial role in expanding the company's electric and gas footprint across multiple states, including Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, New Jersey, Maryland, Massachusetts, Washington, DC, and Illinois.

In January 2023, Michelle transitioned to the role of National Channel Manager at CleanSky Energy, where they continue to contribute to the company's mission.

Overall, Michelle "Ella" Fernandez, M.A. has demonstrated a strong commitment to the energy industry and academic research and teaching throughout their career.

Michelle "Ella" Fernandez, M.A. completed their education chronologically as follows:

From 2007 to 2011, they attended Sam Houston State University, where they earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree with a field of study in Business Administration.

In 2011, they also participated in a study abroad program at Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, focusing on Spanish Language and Literature.

Following that, from 2011 to 2014, they returned to Sam Houston State University to pursue a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Spanish.

In terms of additional certifications, they obtained the R.A.D certification from Montgomery County Sheriff's Office in Conroe, Texas in April 2023. Michelle "Ella" also obtained the EMP Certified - Energy Management Professional certification from The Energy Professionals Association in February 2022.