Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Chad Plotkin is a seasoned finance executive with over 15 years of experience leading strategic initiatives and driving operational excellence in the energy and infrastructure sectors. As the Chief Financial Officer at SOLV Energy, he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy, treasury management, and capital allocation to support its growth and sustainability goals.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer at SOLV Energy since January 2025, Chad is instrumental in shaping the company's financial vision and ensuring its operational and financial alignment. He oversees a team of finance professionals and collaborates closely with the executive leadership to optimize the company's financial performance, manage risk, and identify opportunities for investment and expansion.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Chad served as the Managing Director of Infrastructure at Blackstone, where he led the firm's investments in renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure projects. Before that, he was the Chief Financial Officer at Clearway Energy, Inc., a leading independent power producer, where he played a pivotal role in the company's strategic growth and financial restructuring initiatives.
Earlier in his career, Chad held various finance and investor relations roles at NRG Energy and NRG Yield, where he gained extensive experience in financial reporting, capital markets, and stakeholder engagement.
Academic Background
Chad holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and a Master of Business Administration from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management. He is a certified public accountant (CPA) and has completed advanced executive education programs in financial strategy and leadership.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial strategy and capital allocation
- Renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure investments
- Mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships
- Risk management and regulatory compliance
- Investor relations and stakeholder engagement
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Clearway Energy, Chad played a pivotal role in executing a $2.3 billion refinancing transaction, which strengthened the company's balance sheet and enabled strategic investments in its renewable energy portfolio. At Blackstone, he led the team that secured over $1.5 billion in financing for a portfolio of utility-scale solar and energy storage projects, contributing to the firm's expansion in the fast-growing renewable energy market.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in the energy and infrastructure sectors, strong financial acumen, and a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives, Chad Plotkin is well-positioned to guide SOLV Energy through its next phase of growth and solidify its position as a leading player in the renewable energy industry.
