Michael Snyder

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VP, Energy and Charging at Tesla

Austin, Texas, United States

Overview

Michael Snyder is Teslas VP of Energy and Charging, leveraging 15 years of experience in solar, storage, and commercial building design. A professional engineer with a Masters from Chalmers University, he specializes in renewable energy grid integration and power systems. People who have worked with him describe him as an outstanding and responsive professional.

His academic and professional paths show a deep-seated passion for renewable energy and advanced power systems. Having attended The University of Kansas for his undergraduate degree, he may have an affinity for the school and its local culture.

He is a strong proponent of grid-forming inverters, calling them an "under appreciated topic" crucial for a stable, low-cost grid.

Personality Overview

Value Driven

Example Seeker

Assertive

They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They often ask many questions and rely heavily on information and documentation.

Topics They Care About

Grid Forming Inverters
He believes reliable, predictable grid forming inverters are increasingly important for a stable grid and notes Tesla has invested heavily in this technology since its inception.
Energy Storage Solutions
Previously held end-to-end accountability for Tesla's Megapack product business, covering everything from product roadmap and manufacturing to project success and service.
Renewable Grid Integration
His Master's degree focused on this topic, and his career at Tesla has been dedicated to designing and executing large-scale solar and storage projects.

Media Appearances

Charging Ahead: The Rise in Electric Vehicles in America – featuring Tesla VP Michael Snyder. Featured in Apple Podcasts

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Tesla Megapack exec promoted to VP Energy and Charging. Featured in Teslarati

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Special Guest! Tesla VP of Energy & Charging - Home Hacker Camp. Featured in Home Hacker Camp

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Work History

10-2024
VP, Energy and Charging at Tesla
8-2022 - 10-2024
Senior Director, Megapack at Tesla
7-2021 - 8-2022
Senior Director of Engineering and Construction, Energy at Tesla
6-2019 - 7-2021
Director of Engineering and Construction, Energy Projects at Tesla
1-2018 - 6-2019
Director of Engineering, Energy Projects at Tesla

Education

2010 - 2012
MS from Chalmers University of Technology
1998 - 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from The University of Kansas

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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them understand the risk aspect fully while inspiring confidence
  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision
  • Focus on immediate action-items rather than the larger goals

DONT's

  • Avoid making offhand commitments
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • Clear proof of product value matters to them, followed by others' testimonials and rapport.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • They are practical yet friendly, don’t expect a clear no very often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • They like to analyze well and can take their time to reach any decisions.
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • They systematically evaluate all decisions and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Michael

Personality Compatibility


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