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Mark Thomas

Phoenix

Summary

I've worked in residential solar for more than 12 years, first with Sunrun and then with SolarCity and finally Tesla after the merger in 2016. Throughout my career, I've worked directly with customers and have been responsible for keeping projects moving, resolving issues, preventing cancellations, and helping customers have a positive experience from sale through activation.

Over the years I've developed strong communication and conflict resolution skills by working with customers in all types of situations, including escalations. I've partnered with sales, operations, permitting, installation, activation, and service teams to solve problems and improve customer outcomes. More recently, I've incorporated AI tools into my daily workflow to improve efficiency, draft customer communications, and help analyze customer concerns.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Advisor

Tesla
Las Vegas, NV
11.2016 - Current

Conducted customer consultations for residential solar and Powerwall systems.
Explained system design, financing options, and payment details.
Addressed customer objections and concerns while helping customers make informed decisions.
Built trust with customers through clear and professional communication.
Residential Solar Project Specialist / Customer Experience Roles | 2015 – 2024
Managed customer projects from contract signing through installation and activation.
Served as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the installation process.
Worked with customers to complete project requirements such as reroofs, electrical upgrades, vegetation trimming, and permitting requirements.
Frequently handled escalated situations and worked to resolve concerns before they resulted in cancellations.
Acted as a liaison between customers and internal departments to ensure a positive overall experience.
Developed extensive experience understanding customer sentiment and identifying issues that impact satisfaction and retention.
Built strong relationships with cross-functional teams across Tesla Energy.

Use AI tools to improve communication quality, increase productivity, and create more effective customer responses.

Project Advisor

Solar City
Las Vegas, NV
01.2015 - 11.2016

Manage customer communication and project progression for residential solar and Powerwall installations.
Work directly with customers to identify and remove project blockers that could delay installation or activation.
Handle escalated customer concerns and help prevent project cancellations through proactive outreach and problem solving.
Coordinate with multiple internal teams to keep projects moving and customers informed.

Education

No Degree - Finance

Hampton University
Hampton, VA

Skills

    Customer Experience Management
    Escalation Resolution
    Conflict Resolution
    Customer Retention
    Cross-Functional Collaboration
    Customer Communications
    Project Management
    AI-Assisted Workflow Optimization
    Customer Sentiment Analysis
    Process Improvement
    Sales Support
    Residential Solar
    Powerwall
    Salesforce

Timeline

Project Advisor

Tesla
11.2016 - Current

Project Advisor

Solar City
01.2015 - 11.2016

No Degree - Finance

Hampton University
Mark Thomas