Leah Rowell Wiggs
Executive Director @C-Pace Alliance
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Executive Director @C-Pace Alliance
San Francisco, CA, US
C-PACE Alliance is the global trade association advancing the growth and standardization of Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing. As Executive Director, I lead advocacy, coalition building, and industry initiatives that increase the volume of quality C-PACE projects globally.C-PACE financing enables property owners to invest in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and resiliency upgrades—driving economic development, creating jobs, and attracting private investment in commercial real estate. Under my leadership, CPA engages directly with legislators, regulators, capital providers, and program administrators to expand market access, shape policy, and promote best practices that strengthen the industry and deliver measurable environmental and economic benefits.
EDUCATION
California State University San Marcos
Political Science, Global Studies
SKILLS
ABOUT LEAH ROWELL WIGGS
I am a government affairs and public policy executive with over 17 years of experience navigating complex state, local, and federal policy landscapes to advance innovative technologies and highly regulated industries.My work spans financial services, technology, commercial real estate and energy, with a track record of transforming policy challenges into strategic opportunities. I focus on:State & local government affairs — building coalitions, influencing legislation, and securing favorable regulatory environments in over 35 states and major municipalities.Regulatory strategy & compliance — aligning organizational objectives with evolving procurement, privacy, cybersecurity, and consumer protection standards.Cross‑functional leadership — working closely with sales, legal, product, and security teams to anticipate policy shifts, reduce friction, and enable growth in regulated markets.As Executive Director of the C‑PACE Alliance, I lead national advocacy for Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy financing, collaborating with policymakers, trade associations, and industry leaders to drive adoption and strengthen market frameworks. Previously, as Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at Renew Financial, I directed multi‑state lobbying and regulatory reform initiatives that expanded market access and enhanced consumer safeguards.I thrive at the intersection of policy, innovation, and execution, ensuring that evolving regulatory landscapes create opportunities for organizations and the communities they serve.
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