JEFF L. DODD
O’Fallon
Summary
Subject Matter Expert in Strategy, Policy and Regulatory, Shared Services, Financial Analysis, Development and Energy Markets, with over 20 years in progressive leadership roles. History of strategic business operations and planning responsibility including critical interaction with all levels of senior management. Ability proven across multiple disciplines and business sectors. Relentless problem solver with keen ability to communicate complex ideas and analytics to all levels of an organization, applying that ability to help lead teams towards optimal strategic and financial decisions. Extensive energy market (wholesale and retail) experience working with Power Producers and Power Marketers. Strong background in RTO markets (Policy, Market Operations and Settlements)
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director, Member Relations and Energy Policy
Seminole Electric Cooperative
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Spearheaded communications teams, enhancing internal and external messaging for cooperatives.
- Analyzed market trends to inform decision-making and drive innovation.
- Directed energy efficiency and demand response program team, optimizing resource utilization.
- Monitored State and Federal energy policies, assessing impacts on organizational strategies.
Vice President, Transmission Policy and Stakeholder Relations / Chief of Staff to President of Transmission
Ameren Corporation
St Louis
01.2012 - 10.2024
- Directed team managing generator interconnections, state permitting, and regulatory reporting.
- Negotiated cost allocation for MISO long-range projects, securing approval for $10.4 billion in regional projects.
- Established five-year budget targets, KPIs, and regulatory strategy goals for Ameren Transmission business plans.
- Advocated strategic policy positions at FERC, state commerce commissions, industry forums, and RTO stakeholder meetings.
- Executed Chief of Staff responsibilities by coordinating external industry presentations and preparing board documentation.
- Formulated strategic plans to enhance organizational effectiveness and market impact.
- Facilitated leadership meetings focused on organizational priorities and strategic objectives.
Senior Manager, Market Solutions Group
The Structure Group
O'Fallon
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Spearheaded project management for Investor-Owned Utility's entry into power and energy market.
- Conducted cost-benefit analysis and risk assessment for front, mid, and back offices.
- Streamlined processes and delivered comprehensive reports to senior management and segment CEOs.
- Directed corporate strategy initiatives and prepared business segments for RTO membership.
Manager, Wholesale Power and Fuels Accounting
Ameren Corporation
St Louis
01.2004 - 01.2011
- Led a team of over 30 accounting, business, and finance professionals for optimal performance.
- Managed a department budget exceeding $10 million, focusing on long-term financial projections.
- Reported detailed trading results, margins, and RTO market activities to Senior Management.
- Developed innovative margin reports and analytics for comprehensive trade operations analysis.
- Contributed to Corporate Risk Management Steering Committee with strategic financial insights.
- Formulated a five-year strategy to guide the team's future direction.
- Participated in McKinsey-led LEAN initiatives, spearheading Continuous Improvement projects.
Manager, Accounting – Infrastructure Financial Assistance Section
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
Springfield
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Oversaw Water Revolving Loan Fund, managing $2 billion in state and federal resources.
- Prepared annual budget and twenty-year financial forecasts to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Led coordination for first Revenue Bond Sale of $500 million with financial advisors and underwriters.
- Managed a team of six accountants and financial analysts to enhance operational efficiency.
Consultant
Levi, Ray, and Shoup
Springfield
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Delivered business technology reporting solutions and consulting services to local corporations and government agencies
Controller Advisor – Internal Control
Amoco Corporation / British Petroleum (BP)
Tulsa
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Executed successful integration of Amoco and BP risk management departments.
- Collaborated on finance team to integrate captive insurance companies and enterprise risk teams.
- Managed implementation of Hyperion general ledger and management reporting package.
Business Analyst – Corporate Reporting
Amoco Corporation / British Petroleum (BP)
Tulsa
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Led Project team responsible for SAP general ledger and management reporting package implementation
- Led Corporate Reporting team’s efforts related to optimizing the organization as a result of M&A
- Responsible for monthly and quarterly consolidated accounting close for 106 corporate subsidiaries
Accountant Advanced – Infrastructure Financial Assistance Section
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
Springfield
01.1992 - 01.1997
Claims Representative
Shelter Insurance Company
Springfield
01.1988 - 01.1991
Director, Financial Systems & Budgeting
Ameren Corporation
- Managed a team responsible for a $250M+ corporate services budget, all financial reporting systems, general ledger and internal reporting
- Prepared rate case testimony and represented segment on meetings with Commission Staffs
- Prepared back-up documentation and data request responses for State Commissions and FERC
Director, Commercial Operations and Policy
Ameren Corporation
- RTO/ISO (MISO & PJM), Regulatory and Government Affairs
- Member of Strategy and Development team (Wholesale Power Marketer/Independent Power Producer)
- Represented unregulated entity on Independent Power Producer/Power Market Sector meetings at MISO
- Led team responsible for budget of collateral and financial lines of credit
- Successfully reduced collateral requirements by $100M+ and negotiated new credit facility
Managing Supervisor, Trading and RTO Settlements and Margin Analysis
Ameren Corporation
- Prepared Operating Reports and Financial Statements for internal business lines
- Assisted in monthly accounting close and provided accrual information for general ledger entry
- Monitored and managed credit exposure (bilateral, exchanges and Regional Power Markets)
- Managed external consultants involved in enhancing MISO shadow settlement systems
- Prepared and maintained Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) documentation and worked with internal audit to ensure proper procedures were in place and followed
- Graduate – Ameren’s Management Development Forum
Supervisor, RTO Settlements and Margin Analysis
Ameren Corporation
- Prepared and maintained Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) documentation and worked with internal audit to ensure proper procedures were in place and followed
- Supervised staff responsible for daily, monthly and yearly P/L analysis for energy trading business segment
Commercial Operations Analyst
Ameren Corporation
- Led Lean effort to analyze various RTO Markets and market structures to optimize Ameren participation
- Assisted in preparing FERC filings including monitoring and analyzing FERC and State commission regulatory filings
- Participated in Ameren Cost – Benefit Study
- Prepared MISO Energy Market Charges budget ($50+ million) for all Ameren Market Participants
- Reviewed and analyzed Power Purchase Agreements and Request for Proposal responses
Settlement Specialist
Ameren Corporation
- Performed trade and settlement analysis for Ameren’s MISO market subsidiaries
- Supported Energy trading market participants and prepared various financial statements and reports
- Member of Ameren MISO Energy Market Implementation Team responsible for trade and generation settlements
- Performed retail billing and settlement for unregulated affiliate
- Vice-Chair – MISO Settlements Working Group
Education
MBA -
Webster University
St. Louis, MOB.S. - Finance
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, ILAffiliations
- Chair: MISO Transmission Owners - Represents 40+ membership to MISO Executives and Board
- Member: MISO Board Nominating Committee - Interviewed prospective Board Candidates
- Member: MISO Finance Subcommittee - Review MISO’s Operating and Capital Budget
- Member: MISO Alternate Dispute Resolution Team - Review Stakeholder Disputes
Professional and Service Designations
- Thomas R. Voss Diversity and Inclusion Executive Award Winner
- Mentor – Ameren Mentoring Program
- Member – Ameren Executive Development Program
- Junior Achievement – “Teacher for a Day” Program
- Former Board Member – Salvation Army Finance Committee (Greater St. Louis)
- LEAN/Continuous Improvement Trained
Timeline
Senior Director, Member Relations and Energy Policy
Seminole Electric Cooperative
11.2024 - 05.2025
Vice President, Transmission Policy and Stakeholder Relations / Chief of Staff to President of Transmission
Ameren Corporation
01.2012 - 10.2024
Senior Manager, Market Solutions Group
The Structure Group
01.2011 - 01.2012
Manager, Wholesale Power and Fuels Accounting
Ameren Corporation
01.2004 - 01.2011
Manager, Accounting – Infrastructure Financial Assistance Section
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
01.2001 - 01.2004
Consultant
Levi, Ray, and Shoup
01.2000 - 01.2001
Controller Advisor – Internal Control
Amoco Corporation / British Petroleum (BP)
01.1997 - 01.2000
Business Analyst – Corporate Reporting
Amoco Corporation / British Petroleum (BP)
01.1997 - 01.2000
Accountant Advanced – Infrastructure Financial Assistance Section
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
01.1992 - 01.1997
Claims Representative
Shelter Insurance Company
01.1988 - 01.1991
Director, Financial Systems & Budgeting
Ameren Corporation
Director, Commercial Operations and Policy
Ameren Corporation
Managing Supervisor, Trading and RTO Settlements and Margin Analysis
Ameren Corporation
Supervisor, RTO Settlements and Margin Analysis
Ameren Corporation
Commercial Operations Analyst
Ameren Corporation
Settlement Specialist
Ameren Corporation
MBA -
Webster University
B.S. - Finance
Southern Illinois University