Scott Salazar

About Scott Salazar

At PacifiCorp, my mission is to drive economic development and expand Pacific Power\'s customer base through strategic stakeholder collaboration and project leadership. My approach is centered on fostering relationships and coordinating initiatives that result in job-creating investments, which have become a hallmark of my tenure. My adeptness in negotiating contracts and managing corporate responses to business inquiries has been instrumental in supporting Pacific Power\'s growth trajectory.Previously, as a Business Recruitment Officer at Business Oregon, I honed my expertise in sectors like Blue Economy and UAS, applying modern data analysis and proactive lead generation to boost the state\'s economic landscape. My commitment to promoting Oregon as a prime location for business expansion reflects in the successful conversion rate of projects I\'ve managed. This experience has solidified my reputation as a strategic thinker and advocate for customer-centric solutions in economic development.

Experience

1. Regional Business Manager

   PacifiCorp

   Apr 2023 — Present · Stayton, OR, US

   Collaborates with stakeholders to further economic development and develop Pacific Power\'s customer base. Develop and manage corporate responses to incoming inquiries and business leads related to the retention, expansion and recruitment of job-creating investments by traded sector businesses in Oregon. Build relationships with customers, potential customers, and national, state, regional, and local business and economic development partners and agencies. Coordinate Business/Economic Development Projects/Initiatives; negotiate contracts and business transactions- Establish and maintain governmental and community relationships to facilitate the permitting process and resolution of business unit issues affecting communities (i.e. pole relocations, rights of way, conservation easements, tree trimming, etc.)- Participate as a member of selected civic and economic development organizations to stay abreast of community issues and inform the public about company policies/programs- Negotiate franchise agreements- Establish business relationships through account management with assigned customer segments. This will include commercial, industrial, and government accounts- Manage assigned key accounts to include the development of account management strategy and corporate account plans.

Education

• Chemeketa Community College

  Associates of Science Oregon Transfer degree, Business Administration

  2011 — 2012

• Renmin University of China

  MSc Modules: Doing Business in China & Global Sourcing and Offshoring

  2014 — 2015

• Nyenrode Business University

  Master's degree, International Business

  2014 — 2016

• Army Intelligence Center

  Military Intelligence Systems/Integrator: 33W/35T, Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology

  2006 — 2007

• University of Oregon Lundquist College of Business

  Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General

  2012 — 2014

Skills

• Management
• International Relations
• Veterans
• Research
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Time Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Presentation Skills
• Customer Service
• Business Strategy
• Microsoft Office
• Sponsorship Generation
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Social Networking
• Project Management
• Leadership
• English
• Marketing Communications
• Teamwork
• Government Procurement
• Marketing
• Office Administration
• Public Speaking
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Marketing Strategy
• Problem Solving
• Presentation Development
• Social Media
• IT Procurement
• Communication