Chris Smith
Director
csmith@lykinsenergyadvisors.com
Chris has spent the last 20 years in the deregulated energy industry in all of the major deregulated states, and has led Commercial Sales, Residential Sales, Marketing, Customer Care and Regulatory Compliance for some of the largest electricity and natural gas providers in the nation, as well as cutting-edge Energy Efficiency, Solar Power and Energy Storage providers.
Prior to joining the team at Lykins, Chris ran Lighthouse Power Partners, served as Vice President at DPL Energy Resources, and has served as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in the deregulated energy and solar industries. Chris has successfully developed innovative products and processes to help energy users take advantage of deregulated energy markets and emerging energy technologies, including solar power, energy storage, LED lighting, building automation. Chris’ background includes the development of data-driven systems to help businesses utilize best-in-class energy expertise to lower power and gas expenses, generate jobs, and develop the business environment while positively impacting their carbon footprint.
Chris is a graduate of The University of Texas, the proud father of a Texas State Bobcat and a Springboro Panther, and lives with his family in Springboro, Ohio.