Michelle Fix-Westall
Commercialization Resiliency Microgrids Program Manager Senior Project Manager @Xcel Energy
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WORK HISTORY
Commercialization Resiliency Microgrids Program Manager Senior Project Manager @Xcel Energy
Provide enterprise-level leadership for commercialization, resiliency, and microgrid programs supporting utility transmission, electric distribution, and emerging technologies.Translate long-range capital and resiliency strategies into executable, regulator-ready programs through disciplined governance, stage-gate rigor, and transparent performance oversight.Lead cross-functional teams, EPC partners, and service providers to deliver scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety outcomes across complex, high-visibility initiatives.Support executive decision-making through risk evaluation, financial analysis, and stakeholder alignment in politically and operationally sensitive environments.Drive operational readiness by strengthening execution discipline, improving transparency, and aligning program delivery with enterprise priorities.
EDUCATION
University of Colorado Denver
BA, Political Science
Cornell University
Cert, Diversity and Inclusion
University of Colorado Denver
MArch, Architecture, Construction Mgmt, Urban Planning
SKILLS
ABOUT MICHELLE FIX-WESTALL
Enterprise capital leader with deep experience delivering complex utility programs across transmission, electric distribution, gas, microgrids, and emerging technologies.I lead large, high‑visibility capital portfolios by translating long‑range strategy into executable, regulator‑ready results through disciplined governance, stage‑gate execution, and transparent performance management.My work spans EPC and contractor leadership, workforce optimization, financial controls, risk evaluation, and executive decision support in politically and operationally sensitive environments.Known for building high‑performing teams, strengthening visible safety leadership, and driving operational excellence through standardization, process improvement, and change leadership—especially where expectations are high and resources are constrained.Core focus areas: Utility Capital & Resiliency | Governance | Executive Communication | Risk & Financial Oversight | Operational Excellence
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