Hillary Bright
Hillary Bright is a seasoned professional with a career spanning 17 years at the forefront of energy, climate, economic development, and policy. With experience across non-profit, corporate, and government sectors, Hillary boasts a comprehensive understanding of the evolving energy landscape. Her tenure includes eight years in Washington, DC, where she navigated federal and state policies and shaped the energy agenda.
Over the past seven years, Hillary has played an instrumental role as the US Renewables Vice President at Xodus Group and Director of Special Projects at the Blue Green Alliance. At Xodus, her operational focus and adept team-growth strategies positioned the company as a key player in the offshore wind and renewable energy sectors. Hillary’s multifaceted expertise is evidenced through her proficiency in client and stakeholder management, labor relations, strategic planning, and policy analysis. At BGA, her expertise in client and stakeholder relationship management proved unparalleled. She maintained high-level relationships with organizational CEOs, union leadership, and elected officials.
Hillary’s love of the environment is rooted in her upbringing in Central Pennsylvania, where her father is a renowned fly-fishing shop owner and guide who fought for clean waters and universal access to waterways throughout her life. Her ability to articulate complex environmental concepts with clarity and conviction has earned her widespread acclaim. She actively collaborates with energy industry stakeholders, tirelessly advocating for sustainable development practices and offshore wind energy solutions on a global scale.