Sustainability Magazine September 2019 | Page 123

Marc Barrington

“ Our customers are better informed as to the way in which they use energy now , than they ever have been historically ”

— Marc Barrington , CEO , Simec Energy Australia explains , are set to be a major driving force in the energy sector over the next decade . “ Our customers are better informed as to the way in which they use energy now than they ever have been historically ,” he says , chalking up increased customer savviness to rising energy costs . Barrington ’ s experience in the space means he sees this trend as one among many that constantly buffet and buoy the industry . “ Whether

Marc Barrington

EXECUTIVE PROFILE EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Marc joined SIMEC Energy Australia as CEO in July 2018 , working with a strong team of executives aiming to deliver compelling solutions for commercial and industrial consumers of energy , including the requirements of the Liberty / GFG Group . He is an experienced executive with significant exposure to Australia ’ s energy markets . Prior to joining SIMEC Energy , Marc was Head of Sales , Asia Pacific at wind turbine OEM , Senvion , prior to this , he held senior positions at AGL Energy including General Manager Energy Services , Head of Eco-Markets and Senior Energy Trader . Marc commenced his career at NM Rothschild and Sons trading precious metals , working in both Sydney and London and then moved to a Geneva headquartered trading house , focusing on metals , foreign exchange and associated derivatives . Marc has undertaken Senior Leadership studies with Melbourne Business School and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors . He has held numerous Board and committee roles including Non- Executive board member for the Australian Alliance to Save Energy as well as participating in many community-based volunteer programs such as the I-Track Mentor with The Smith Family .
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