Shane Powell, PE

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Enterprise Director, Data Analytics Power Delivery at Alabama Power Company

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Overview

Shane is a seasoned leader at Southern Company with 25 years of experience, currently serving as the Enterprise Director for Power Delivery Data Analytics. A licensed Professional Engineer, he focuses on leveraging data, technology, and innovation to advance the utility sector. Peers describe him as innovative, intelligent, and self-motivated.

Demonstrating a strong commitment to his community, Shane serves on the Board of Trustees for the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering. This role highlights his passion for developing the next generation of talent in STEM and supporting tuition-free, specialized education within his state.

He recently appeared as a guest on "The Grid Mod Podcast, " where he discussed data, analytics, and AI in the utility industry.

Personality Overview

Driven But Considerate

Friendly But Fast

Decisive But Friendly

If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product  They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)

Topics They Care About

Utility Data Analytics
He leads the power delivery data analytics teams at Southern Company and recently won an award for a project focused on reliability, metrics, and performance.
Grid Modernization
Passionate about bringing new technology and innovative ideas into the energy sector, including AI and advanced data solutions to better serve customers.
Industry Collaboration
Actively involved with industry groups like the Association of Edison Illuminating Companies (AEIC) to foster partnerships and share knowledge to advance the industry.

Media Appearances

Shane has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2025
Enterprise Director, Data Analytics Power Delivery at Alabama Power Company
5-2021 - 2-2025
Data Analytics and Innovation Manager at Alabama Power Company
1-2018 - 5-2021
Distribution Support Manager at Alabama Power Company

Education

1998 - 2002
ECE from University of Alabama at Birmingham
2015 - 2017
Certificiate of Leadership and Ministry from Highlands College

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Exp : 8 Location : Birmingham, Alabama, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Enterprise Director, Data Analytics Power Delivery at Alabama Power Company
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Insights For Selling To Shane

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • During followups, use calls or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don't lean very heavily into providing too much information, sharing whitepapers etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Shane is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Shane

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Shane move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Shane take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Shane

Personality Compatibility


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