Hi, I'm Paul
I grew up on a farm in Western Kentucky, where I learned early the value of hard work, integrity, and keeping your word. Those roots have shaped every chapter of my life — from earning the rank of Eagle Scout, to pursuing higher education, to leading at the highest levels of business.After graduating from the University of Kentucky and Vanderbilt University Law School, I began my career in public service through Teach for America, teaching high school special education in the Mississippi Delta. It was there I honed the skills of adaptability, resilience, and setting high expectations — lessons that have stayed with me in every leadership role since.
I went on to serve as a finance associate at a large international law firm before taking on senior legal and executive leadership roles in the energy industry, including both traditional oil & gas and renewable power. As one of the earliest employees at a Nashville-based solar energy company, I helped scale operations nationwide. In my current role, I serve as an executive for a portfolio company of one of the world’s largest private equity firms, overseeing project delivery for large scale ($100M+) capital projects.My professional journey has spanned multiple industries and continents, but the common thread has always been building strong teams, leading through change, and delivering results.On a personal note, I met my wife in church when I was in the first grade, and together we are raising our three children.
