Diana Rivera

About Diana Rivera

Strategic and results-driven executive with demonstrated expertise in energy project development, portfolio management, and operations leadership across diverse industries.* 12 years of experience developing and executing long-term strategic plans for renewable energy projects and portfolios, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and market trends.* 4 years of experience in supply chain management as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt at GE Energy and in the Operations Management Leadership Program at GE Aviation.* Effective in leading multi-disciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders, including investors, regulators, landowners, and industry partners to foster relationships and drive strategic initiatives.Areas of Expertise:* Strategy and Planning* Project and Portfolio Management* Infrastructure Project Development* Cross-Functional Collaboration* Data Driven Decision-MakingSelected Career Achievements:* Led development of the 160 MW Concho Valley Solar project that powers homes in ERCOT, overseeing all aspects from land acquisition to financial close.* Formed and led a multi-disciplinary greenfield team to originate gigawatts of solar and energy storage projects.* Managed development and public engagement with thousands of stakeholders for an HVDC transmission project and its 800-mile route.* Obtained Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification by reducing supply chain costs for gas turbine power plants.

Experience

1. Senior Director, Portfolio Strategy

   Lightsource bp

   Dec 2023 — Present

   Oversee strategic planning for the U.S. business to develop and build gigawatts of solar and energy storage projects across the country. Monitor and report progress on the U.S. portfolio under development and construction, ensuring delivery of KPI targets and providing support for senior decision-making.* Continuously assess the commercial viability of projects in development to ensure alignment with goals and leverage resources effectively.* Recognize opportunities and implement solutions to enhance cross-functional collaboration and information flows related to development, design, procurement, construction, and financial management.

Education

• Cornell University

  B.S. Cum Laude, Operations Research & Industrial Engineering

  2000 — 2004

• Harvard Business School

  M.B.A., General Management

  2008 — 2010

Skills

• Management
• Renewable Energy
• Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing
• Operations Management
• Power Transmission
• Manufacturing
• Program Management
• Strategic Planning
• Energy Efficiency
• Power Generation
• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Business Development
• Wind
• Public Affairs
• Energy
• Strategic Communications
• Six Sigma