Steve Depalo
Vice President, Business Development @Coho, An Erm Group Company
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WORK HISTORY
Vice President, Business Development @Coho, An Erm Group Company
As part of Coho\'s business development team, I enable large corporate organizations to cost-effectively achieve their climate, renewable energy and water goals by connecting them with the outstanding team and resources at CFR. From strategy to implementation, we partner with organizations to build high-impact sustainability initiatives that reduce emissions, save water, and make a positive impact on the environment.Solutions include Virtual Power Purchase Agreements (VPPAs), On-site renewables, water strategies and implementation, retail energy and utility tariff strategies. Lastly, our team works with our clients to develop and implement a comprehensive and sophisticated change management strategy to ensure that the organization can meet and exceed their goals.
EDUCATION
Hofstra University
Bachelor of Science , Mechanical Engineering - BSME
UVA McIntire School of Commerce
Certificate in Sustainable Business - With Distinction
Loyola University Chicago
Mini-Master of Business Administration
ABOUT STEVE DEPALO
Experienced Multifamily and Commercial Real Estate investor and owner with properties in AZ, TX, IL, NC and FL. As a multi-certified energy, sustainability, and conservation executive, my goal is to develop and drive strategies and programs to support corporate profitability while remaining ethically, socially, and environmentally responsible. Specifically, I specialize in implementing risk management, renewable energy, and efficiency strategies on a large scale to address Climate Change, reduce environmental impact maximize cost savings. I have a large professional network in the energy and sustainability areas, and am well known and respected as an influential leader. My versatile energy sector background includes success in mechanical design engineering and account management roles, contributing to energy-related projects for high-profile brands like Macy’s, Nordstrom, Yum! Brands, and Starbucks. Most recently with McDonald’s, I progressed from National Energy Manager to Director of North American Sustainability. Cultivating alliances between stakeholders to garner buy-in for new initiatives and embed change is critical to executing smooth projects, programs, and strategic plans. From corporate leaders to vendors to NGOs, I build productive relationships and guide everyone toward a common goal.Examples of my recent career highlights include: Transformed McDonald’s into One of the Largest Renewable Energy Purchasers in Under 3 Years through multiple Virtual Power Purchase Agreements (VPPA) Catalyzed the First U.S. Net Zero Energy Designed Restaurant Opened in Orlando in 2020. Directed the McDonald’s energy program with $900M spend nationwide Delivered over $270M in cost benefits from risk management and improved efficiencies at McDonald’s Generated a 75% reduction in corporate lighting costs at McDonald’sI also hold a Mini-Master of Business Administration from Loyola University, a Bachelor of Engineering from Hofstra University, a Certificate of Sustainable Business from the University of Virginia, and several other industry-specific certifications. In addition to my hands-on work, I serve as a board member for Keep America Beautiful (KAB.org). My areas of expertise include: Transformational Leadership | Change Management | Program Management | Corporate Negotiations | Energy Efficiency | Energy Policy Development | Cross-Functional Team Leadership | Cost-Saving Strategies | Energy Risk Management | Vendor Relations | Process Improvement
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