Matthew C. Coates

Matthew C. Coates has a diverse work experience spanning over several companies. Matthew C. began their career at GE in 2001, where they held positions such as Material Manager and Sourcing Quality Engineer. During this time, they gained expertise in logistics, supply chain management, and contract negotiations. Matthew C. also participated in GE's Commercial Leadership Program, which involved rotations through different commercial positions.

In 2010, Coates joined Underwriters Laboratories as the Director of North American Sales, where they focused on driving growth in the renewable energy product certification space. Matthew C. assembled a team of sales professionals and developed strategies to support the company's growth objectives.

Coates then moved to Nordex / Acciona Windpower in 2011, where they held various roles, including Director of Sales, Vice President/Head of Sales - Americas, and Sr. Director Commercial Operations. In these positions, they led sales organizations, developed market strategies, managed operating expenses, and facilitated contract negotiations for utility-scale wind projects.

In 2018, Coates joined RES as a Director Transactions, Americas. Matthew C. led technical and commercial teams and facilitated the negotiation and closure of business development transactions across wind, solar, and energy storage segments. In 2020, they were promoted to Vice President, Commercial - Americas, where they retained responsibility for the Commercial Transactions team and expanded their oversight to include project procurement, project controls, and project scheduling. In September 2022, they became the Senior Vice President, Commercial.

Overall, Matthew C. Coates has a strong background in commercial operations, project development, sales, and negotiations, particularly in the renewable energy sector.

Matthew C. Coates holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering (BSIE) from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Matthew C. also has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Emory University - Goizueta Business School. Prior to this, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Engineering from Maryville College. Additionally, Matthew holds a certification in Six Sigma - Green Belt from GE Power & Water, which they obtained in 2004.