Christopher Baumgartner

Christopher Baumgartner has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Christopher started their career as a Visual Merchandiser at REI in 2002 and later worked as a Sustainability Manager and Marketing Consultant at Jungle Bay Resort and Spa in 2004. From 2005 to 2011, Baumgartner served as a Brand Manager and Sustainability Consultant at Effect Partners - MusicMatters, where they effectively managed budgets and led strategic cause marketing campaigns. In 2011, they joined George Mason University as a Sustainability Outreach Coordinator, where they developed and managed engagement programs to promote sustainability. From 2012 to 2015, Baumgartner worked as an Assistant Operations Manager at MOM's Organic Market, overseeing store operations and implementing processes for increased revenue. In 2015, they joined SolarCity as a Sales and Solar Energy Consultant, exceeding sales targets and generating significant revenue. From 2016 to 2019, Baumgartner worked at Tesla as a Regional Energy Manager, managing solar and energy storage projects and leading a team of Energy Consultants. Most recently, they joined Sol Systems in 2019 as a Business Development Manager, focusing on developing new business opportunities. In 2022, Baumgartner joined DSD Renewables as an Account Executive in the Developer Network.

Christopher Baumgartner attended James Madison University from 1998 to 2002, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science and Geographic Information Systems. In 2002, they also participated in a Sustainable Tourism Practicum at The George Washington University School of Business.