Blake Hickok

About Blake Hickok

A proven business leader and strategic partner capable of delivering exceptional operational and financial performance in support of business objectives, growth and long-term financial health. • Strategic Planning & Implementation• Profit Center Development• Manager Development / Supervision • Policies & Procedures• Finance / Accounting• Legal / Contracts• Risk Management • Human Resources / Recruiting• Benefits / Compensation Management• Training / Coaching• Marketing Support Services• Facilities Management• Information Technology Services• Administrative Support Services

Experience

1. CEO President

   EEI

   May 1990 — Present · Lakewood, CO, US

   As CEO/President of EEI, a nationally recognized, 100% employee-owned building performance consulting firm, I am responsible for shaping the strategic vision, operational excellence, and sustainable growth of the organization.In this role, I collaborate with our Board of Directors and Senior Leadership Team in the development and execution of business strategy, client engagement, and organizational performance. I am focused on driving EEI’s national presence by fostering a high-performance, people-first culture, strengthening our position as a trusted industry leader, and ensuring long-term value creation for our employee-owners.With deep experience in organizational leadership, operations, and finance, I guide EEI in delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that exceed client expectations while advancing the built environment’s efficiency, sustainability, and resilience. By championing continuous improvement and future-focused strategies, I ensure EEI remains not only a trusted advisor to our clients but also a rewarding, empowering, and sustainable workplace for our employee-owners. CEO/President:(2025 - Present) Chief Financial Officer (CFO):(20••••25) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Chief Operating Officer (COO):(20••••14) Chief Financial Officer - 2005) Firm Administrator/Controller:(1994 - Production Supervisor/Home Office Manager:(19••••94) Branch Administrative Manager:(19••••92)

Education

• University of Puget Sound

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

  1985 — 1988

Skills

• Business Planning
• Operations Management
• Management Accounting
• Financial Statements
• Leadership
• Financial Modeling
• Tax Accounting
• Commercial Insurance
• Ventilation
• Hvac Controls
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Leed
• Facilities Management
• Energy Efficiency
• Accounting Applications
• Legal
• Engineering
• Energy Audits
• Renewable Energy
• Cost Accounting
• Energy Management
• Personnel Selection
• Management
• Financial Analysis
• Building Automation
• Health Insurance
• Compensation & Benefits Programs
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Accounting
• Contract Negotiation
• Project Management
• Personnel Management
• Managing Technical Personnel
• Personnel Supervision
• General Insurance
• Financial Reporting
• Contract Management
• Project Accounting