As Vice President of Commercial Operations at Xcel Energy, Thomas Imbler was responsible for wholesale energy transactions, managing a team of around 115 professionals. With a background including an MS in Mechanical Engineering from Wichita State University, he focused on integrating renewable resources and improving the companys environmental footprint before retiring in April 2020.
Thomas had a passion for history, world travel, hiking, skiing, and cooking. He valued personal relationships with his team and their families. He was known by colleagues as a "leader of the people" who had a warm smile and a good sense of humor.
He served as a Director for the Western Electric Coordinating Council (WECC), contributing to the operational reliability of the Western U. S. power grid.
Thomas Imbler
Vice President, Commercial Operations at Xcel Energy
Arvada, Colorado, United States
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Topics They Care About
Renewable Energy
His ambition was to improve the environmental footprint, and he emphasized renewable energy during his last 10 years at Xcel Energy.
Grid Operations
Developed a deep understanding of electric grid operations and was a Director for the Western Electric Coordinating Council (WECC).
Team Leadership
Described as a "leader of the people, " he managed a large team and valued personal relationships with his colleagues and their families.
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Work History
Vice President, Commercial Operations at Xcel Energy
4-2002 - 2-2004
Managing Director, Energy Trading at Xcel Energy
3-2001 - 4-2002
Director, Energy Trading at New Centuries Energy, Inc
Manager, Bulk Power Marketing at Westar Energy
Education
1995 - 1998
MBA from Washburn University
1980 - 1986
MS Mech from Wichita State University
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Location : Arvada, Colorado, United States
Job Level : Senior
Designation : Vice President, Commercial Operations at Xcel Energy
