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Full-Time

Director of Business Development

Market Intelligence

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Ascend Analytics

Ascend Analytics

51-200 employees

Software and consulting for renewable energy analytics

Consulting
Energy

Compensation Overview

$130k - $160kAnnually

Senior

Boulder, CO, USA

Position requires on-site presence in Boulder, CO.

Category
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Sales
Financial analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • Six to Eight years of business development and/or sales experience with a strong record of success, preferably in the financial or energy sectors
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to interpret complex analytic solutions into value propositions
  • Ability to develop collateral materials that concisely translate the distinguishing factors of our services
  • Interest in transacting on the leading edge of quantitative energy analysis
  • Professional presentation; positive attitude; passion for clean energy market transformation
Responsibilities
  • Identify and prospect for financial industry clients, including lenders, private equity, venture capital, pensions, and other institutional investors transacting within the renewable energy space
  • Manage sales funnel through forecasting, account resource allocation, account strategy, and planning
  • Negotiate and successfully close contracts for Ascend's Market Intelligence subscription services, valuation support, and other additional services
  • Develop and maintain key customers through internal CRM platforms
  • Develop presentation materials and proposals and perform product demonstrations clearly articulating Ascend’s unique value proposition
  • Effectively communicate the relative advantages that our products can provide to the financial services sector
  • Support Ascend in moving strategically into alternative product offerings, including non-US markets, emerging technologies, and innovative financial solutions for the renewable industry

Ascend Analytics provides software and consulting services aimed at supporting the renewable energy sector. Their products, which include Market Intelligence, BatterySIMM, SmartBidder, PowerSIMM, Ascend Energy Exchange, and EnSurance, help clients optimize electric power supply and make informed decisions in real-time operations and long-term planning. The software solutions are designed for various professionals in the energy market, such as power traders, risk analysts, resource managers, developers, and financiers. What sets Ascend Analytics apart from competitors is their focus on integrating market intelligence with resource planning and risk management, allowing clients to navigate the complexities of the energy market effectively. The company's goal is to empower clients to optimize their capital investments and facilitate the transition to renewable energy.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$704K

Headquarters

Boulder, Colorado

Founded

2003

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent growth investment will likely accelerate Ascend's product innovation, enhancing its competitive edge in the energy analytics market.
  • Partnerships with significant entities like Clean Power Alliance demonstrate Ascend's capability to handle large-scale, impactful projects.
  • Leadership continuity with CEO Dr. Gary Dorris ensures stability and a clear strategic vision for the company's future.

What critics are saying

  • The specialized focus on energy transition analytics may limit Ascend's market reach compared to more diversified analytics firms.
  • Dependence on strategic investments for growth could pose financial risks if future funding rounds do not materialize as expected.

What makes Ascend Analytics unique

  • Ascend Analytics specializes in energy transition analytics, a niche yet rapidly growing sector, setting it apart from broader analytics firms.
  • The company's focus on empowering a wide range of energy market stakeholders, from utilities to financial institutions, provides a comprehensive approach to navigating the complex energy market.
  • Strategic investments from firms like Rubicon Technology Partners and Galvanize Climate Solutions enable Ascend to accelerate product innovation and expand its analytics solutions.

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