Michele Wheeler Canino

Doer
DISC Type : ds

Member Board of Directors at Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA)

North Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Overview

Michele is a senior executive with over 30 years of leadership in the clean energy sector, currently serving as VP of Regulatory & Political Affairs for NextEra Energy Resources. Her expertise spans finance, risk management, and business transformation. People familiar with her work describe her as a very experienced finance and energy professional.

She is actively involved in shaping the future of the clean energy industry, holding a board position at the Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA). Michele frequently participates in industry discussions and panels, focusing on collaboration to meet rising energy demands and foster innovation.

In 2022, Michele was recognized as a WeQual Winner for the Americas in the Regulation & Innovation category.

Personality Overview

Fast-paced

Risk-Accepting

Deliberate Doer

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Clean Energy Policy
As VP of Regulatory & Political Affairs at the world's largest renewable energy producer, she leads legislative and regulatory strategy to support business growth.
Industry Collaboration
Her public posts emphasize that collaboration is "essential" and that all stakeholders must work together to meet unprecedented energy demand.
Risk Management
She has extensive experience in risk, having served as Chief Risk Officer at First Wind and VP of Trading & Risk Management at NextEra Energy.

Media Appearances

Michele has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2025
Member Board of Directors at Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA)
11-2013
VP Regulatory & Political Affairs at NextEra Energy Resources
4-2011 - 11-2013
VP Business Management South Region at NextEra Energy Resources
9-2008 - 12-2010
CRO at First Wind
VP Trading & Risk Management at NextEra Energy, Inc.

Education

1991 - 1993
MBA from University of Miami
1980 - 1985
BA in Accounting and Finance from Florida State University - Herbert Wertheim College of Business

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Insights For Selling To Michele

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michele is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michele

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michele move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Michele take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Michele

Personality Compatibility


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