Darren Blakley
Senior Manager, Power Pricing @NRG Energy
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Manager, Power Pricing @NRG Energy
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Lead enterprise-level pricing strategy and portfolio management across NYISO and ISO-NE, influencing long-term revenue, risk, and capacity outcomes.• Design and implement advanced pricing frameworks and layered strategies to optimize margin, mitigate exposure, and manage complex portfolios in an evolving energy market.• Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to define strategic initiatives, drive data-informed decisions, and shape market-facing strategy.• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, establishing frameworks, governance, and processes that enable sustainable growth and scalability.• Oversee forecasting, reporting, and risk governance for key portfolios, ensuring operational execution aligns with organizational objectives.
EDUCATION
PennWest Clarion
Bachelor's Degree, Finance
SKILLS
ABOUT DARREN BLAKLEY
I am a Senior Manager of Power Pricing at NRG, leading pricing strategy, portfolio risk management, and market analytics across the NYISO and ISO-NE regions.I partner closely with commercial, trading, risk, and executive teams to translate market fundamentals, capacity dynamics, and evolving regulatory and structural changes into disciplined, scalable pricing and portfolio strategies that support long-term profitability.My work centers on designing and managing complex pricing frameworks, including layered hedging strategies, capacity management approaches, and multi-year risk structures, within an increasingly dynamic and competitive energy market. I focus on balancing competitiveness, margin stability, and risk governance to drive consistent performance.As a people leader, I prioritize developing high-performing teams, strengthening analytical capabilities, and creating clear accountability structures that enable sustainable growth.I am known for integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. I bring structure and clarity to complex problems and help organizations navigate uncertainty with confidence.My technical background includes advanced use of Microsoft Office, SQL, and Salesforce to support analytics, automation, and strategic insight.Core focus areas:• Power markets strategy (NYISO & ISO-NE)• Portfolio risk & performance management• Layered pricing and hedging strategies• Capacity management and planning• Market analytics & forecasting• Team leadership & talent developmentI am motivated by building scalable systems, strong teams, and durable results.
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