Ajit Gopalakrishnan

Ajit Gopalakrishnan is a seasoned professional in quantitative analytics and energy market development, currently serving as Senior Manager of Quantitative Analytics at Cypress Creek Renewables since March 2023, focusing on BESS optimization and ERCOT trading. Prior to this, Ajit held various roles at Airgas, including Senior Manager of Investment Control & Strategic Planning, overseeing a substantial capital investment portfolio. Experience also includes positions at Air Liquide as Data & Decision Sciences Lab Manager and Senior Research Scientist, where notable contributions included the development of innovative energy systems models and optimization algorithms with significant financial impacts. Ajit's academic credentials include a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, supplemented by executive education in Strategy & Leadership from London Business School.