Adrian L Acuna

Project Director - Real Estate Portfolio at Duke Energy

Adrian L Acuna has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Adrian L began their career in 2002 as an IT Support Analyst at Cumbres School, where they configured and installed desktops and managed the data system. Adrian L then worked as an Information Technology Analyst at Hierro Conexiones La Pica, responsible for implementing and administering the company's local area network.

In 2005, Adrian became a Business Analyst at UNIMET - Math Department, where they conceptualized and managed the implementation of a software application to support departmental management decisions. Adrian L also worked as a Business Analyst at Starbridge Networks, LLC, creating procedures to enhance the configuration process of xDSL modems/routers.

Adrian joined Duke Energy Corporation in 2009 and held various roles throughout their tenure. Adrian L served as a Customer Service Rep/Web Support Specialist, addressing customer inquiries and managing billing procedures. Adrian L later became an Engineer, overseeing sustainability reporting for the company's fleet. Adrian then transitioned to Category Management Analyst, leading multimillion-dollar sourcing initiatives across different business units.

Continuing their career at Duke Energy, Adrian became a Lead Sourcing Specialist, managing over $300M of spend related to renewable projects. Adrian L was also a Program Support Manager, responsible for managing critical strategic initiatives and providing leadership and oversight to various internal and external organizations. Adrian later served as a Strategic Business Partner Relationship Manager, collaborating with executive leaders to deliver strategic initiatives.

In 2017, Adrian took on the role of Category Manager, overseeing spend categories for turbines, generators, and related services across different business units. Adrian L then became a Principal Project Controls Specialist, providing subject matter expertise for customer delivery major project controls in the Grid Improvement organization. Adrian's most recent role at Duke Energy is Manager of Support Services, where they developed functional business plans and provided oversight for several areas, including archives and mail services.

Outside of their professional experience, Adrian also pursued personal endeavors, including obtaining a Green Card and completing an English certification program at the University of North Carolina. Overall, Adrian has a strong background in various aspects of IT, project management, and strategic planning within the energy industry.

Adrian L Acuna has a diverse education history. In 2001-2002, they obtained a Diploma in Philosophy from Università Regina Apostolurum. Following that, from 2005 to 2006, they pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering at Universidad Metropolitana in Venezuela. In 2007, they attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and received an English Certificate through an English Training program. Later, from 2008 to 2011, they graduated with a Master's in Business Administration in Finance from Queens University of Charlotte. In addition to their academic background, Adrian L Acuna also holds a certification, Certified Professional in Supply Management, from the Institute for Supply Management.

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Timeline

  • Project Director - Real Estate Portfolio

    February, 2023 - present

  • Manager Of Support Services

    September, 2021

  • Strategic Business Partner Relationship Manager

    October, 2020

  • Principal Project Controls Specialist

    January, 2020

  • Program Support Manager

    February, 2018

  • Category Manager

    June, 2017

  • Lead Sourcing Specialist

    November, 2014

  • Category Management Analyst

    December, 2012

  • Engineer

    June, 2010

  • Customer Service Rep Web Support Specialist

    January, 2009