CLIFFORD CATHERS 13535 South Sundown Ranch Road Vail, AZ 85641 H (520) 762-3201 C (520) 982-3272 cc13210be@westpost.

net PLANNING ENGINEER / BUSINESS ANALYST Creating Solutions Through IT PROFILE Highly experienced Analyst with a record of developing and supporting solutions incorporating a wide range of applications. Consistently recognized and tasked t o improve organizational efficiency using comprehensive Business and Information Technology knowledge with a track record of increasing responsibility and notab le success in the creation of information system solutions across a range of cor porate initiatives. A seasoned Technology Professional who enjoys the synergies of idea exchange, collaboration, and shared learning. A creative problem solver with a strong interest in applying new technologies to implement solutions impro ving inter-departmental relationships and end user productivity. * Technically savvy and a quick study in emerging technology, able to quickly as sess and utilize the appropriate response to meet the specific needs of the busi ness requirement at hand. A welcome addition to any team, ready, willing, and ab le to function in any role necessary to ensure project success and on-time deliv ery. CORE COMPETENCIES Client Collaboration * IT Process Improvement * Software Modeling * Application Design and Development * Business Impact Analysis * Cost Benefit Analysis * Upgr ades and Reporting * Data Inputs * Model Outputs * Exceptional Presentation Skil ls * Excellent Communication Skills * Attention to Detail * Strong Microsoft Off ice * Data Modeling * Database Design PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Energy Consulting Group, LLC, Atlanta, GA, 2008 - Present Power Consultant Developed, enhanced, simplified, documented, and refined outdated spreadsheet-ba sed resource planning and production cost models used to determine optimal, leas t-cost, resource and system expansion plans. Performed detailed resource and cos t evaluations for local cooperative considering alternate suppliers. Economy Birding Services, Inc., Tucson, AZ, 2008 - Present Owner / Operator Successfully created a full service birding, hiking, and photography guiding bus iness helping clients around the world maximize their personal outdoor experienc es through superior customer service. Performed all roles in the business includ ing leading, web-site design, reporting, permits, and administration. Sierra Southwest Cooperative Services, Benson, AZ, 2008 - 2003 Corporate Planning Manager Coordinated and facilitated workflow, streamlined efficiency, oversaw product as signment, completion, and accuracy, personnel matters, and budget adherence for a department of five. Guided the company's daily planning functions including lo ad forecast, resource plans, operating budget, financial forecasts, power cost s tudies, data requests, regulatory requirements, and rate analysis support. Train ed in human resource initiatives, strategic planning, leadership skills, present ations, and software. Sierra Southwest Cooperative Services, Benson, AZ, 1992 - 2003

Planning Engineer Conducted loads and resources analyses, and studies for fuel purchases, as well as completing renewable energy and emission compliance plans. Performed partner ship analyses with other utilities, restructured existing power contracts, purch ased power solicitations and evaluations, and developed long range plans. Develo ped, maintained, and utilized PROMOD and STRATEGIST resource planning and expans ion models for all types of unit, alternative, purchased power, expansion, and r esource studies. Presented reports, plans, results, risks, and options to senior management and the Board of Directors. The Dayton Power and Light Company, Dayton, OH, 1985 - 1992 Planning Engineer EDUCATION Bachelor of Science, Systems Engineering / Electrical Option, Wright State Unive rsity, Dayton, OH