John Newton

John Newton is a Principal Regulatory Senior Manager at Ava Community Energy, where responsibilities include providing strategic regulatory advice, developing technical analyses, and advocating for the organization's positions at both State and Federal levels. Previous experience includes roles at Pacific Gas and Electric Company as a Senior Strategic Analyst and Senior Regulatory Analyst, where John advocated for electric infrastructure and market issues. Additionally, John served as an Associate Attorney at Marion’s Inn, LLP, representing healthcare clients in litigation, and worked as a law clerk in various legal settings. Educational background includes a J.D. from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, and a B.A. in Liberal Arts from St. John's College.