Olutomiwa (Tommy) Oloyede

Real Time Power Analyst | Power Markets & Data Strategy Leader

About

Results-driven Real Time Power Analyst with 6 years of experience optimizing power generation, transmission, and distribution systems across key markets like PJM, MISO, and ERCOT. Expertly leverages advanced data analytics tools, including Python, SQL, VBA, and Azure, to drive strategic financial decisions and enhance regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, manage high-value operations, and deliver significant cost savings and revenue generation in dynamic energy environments.

Work Experience

ANALYST, REAL-TIME POWER DESK

Shell Energy North America

Nov 2022 - Present

Houston, TX, US

Managed real-time power desk operations, leveraging advanced data analytics and automation tools to optimize market participation and ensure regulatory compliance for a leading energy provider.

  • Participated actively across PJM, MISO, ERCOT, NYISO, ISONE, and IESO real-time and day-ahead power markets, ensuring optimal trading and scheduling.
  • Streamlined and automated critical reporting processes by developing solutions with Microsoft Power Apps, Azure Blob Storage, and Azure Data Factory, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Engineered prediction modeling and offer submittal tools for Independent System Operators using Python, VBA, and C#, significantly improving market response capabilities.
  • Conducted robust real-time data analysis using Monarch and PI Datalink to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in power grids, informing strategic decisions.
  • Contributed to a seamless cloud migration initiative, facilitating smooth transitions for customers and stakeholders while maintaining business continuity.
  • Oversaw and managed a $250K monthly fee-based business, demonstrating strong financial acumen and operational oversight.

Lead Learning Assistant

Trilogy Education

Oct 2019 - Dec 2022

Guided students in data projects and led a team of learning assistants, fostering skill development in programming and data science.

  • Assisted students with complex data projects in Excel, Python, SQL, JavaScript, ETL, and Machine Learning, enhancing their technical proficiency.
  • Led a team of Learning Assistants, providing guidance and support to resolve bugs in student projects, improving overall project quality.

SENIOR ANALYST REGULATORY AND STRATEGIC INITIATIVES

Entergy

Apr 2021 - Nov 2022

The Woodlands, TX, US

Led regulatory and strategic initiatives, managing critical annual processes and analyzing financial transmission rights to optimize hedge effectiveness for a major utility network.

  • Managed the annual Auction Revenue Rights nomination process for all operating companies within the Entergy Network, ensuring compliance and maximizing revenue opportunities.
  • Directed the annual Reserve Source Point process for all operating companies in the Entergy Network, covering a footprint exceeding 15,000 MW/Hr.
  • Analyzed congestion exposure and Financial Transmission Rights (FTR) using Python and Machine Learning to accurately measure hedge effectiveness.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports for the Vice President on the effectiveness of the FTR hedge program, providing data-driven insights for executive decision-making.

FINANCIAL ANALYST/POWER SCHEDULER

Entergy Wholesale Commodities

Apr 2019 - Mar 2021

The Woodlands, TX, US

Performed diverse financial analyses and power scheduling, ensuring compliance and optimizing wholesale power purchases for Entergy Wholesale Commodities.

  • Conducted extensive financial analyses for Commercial Operations and Origination using Excel, VBA, and SQL, supporting data-driven decision-making.
  • Researched and documented key projects, including Fairwinds and Project Holland (Nuclear Decommissioning), collaborating with stakeholders to ensure scope integrity for large-scale initiatives.
  • Scheduled wholesale power purchases on nuclear, natural gas, and coal assets within Entergy MISO and NYISO, totaling 4,000MW/hour/day, in compliance with FERC and NERC regulations.
  • Developed a new financial model for EAM assets and introduced a billing process that generated approximately $80,000 in monthly savings for the group.
  • Ensured continuous compliance with applicable market and operational rules of FERC and NERC, mitigating regulatory risks.

FINANCIAL ANALYST

Mattress1One Limited

Oct 2018 - Apr 2019

Houston, TX, US

Analyzed market data and financial performance to advise management on strategies, significantly improving sales and district revenue.

  • Presented monthly market analysis to the management team via PowerPoint, advising on cost-effective strategies to capitalize on higher margins and volume.
  • Increased sales in the Pearland district by over 30% compared to the previous year through effective financial analysis of individual store P&Ls.
  • Contributed to district revenue generation exceeding $1MM/month, demonstrating direct impact on financial performance.

Education

Accounting

Cornell University

Jan 2020 - Jun 2020

Data Analytics

Rice University

Jan 2019 - Aug 2019

Scrum Master

SCRUM Institute

Jan 2018 - Nov 2018

Computer Science with Mathematics

Obafemi Awolowo University

Sep 2010 - Nov 2014

Ile-Ife, Osun State, NG

Projects

Energy Crystal Ball

Jul 2019 - Jul 2019

A software analysis leveraging big data from the Energy Information Administration to predict energy production and consumption in Texas and California for the next 23 years using Machine Learning algorithms.

Loving County Wells

May 2019 - May 2019

A data analytics tool for E&P and service companies to compare actual and historical oil and gas wells in Loving County-Midland Basin, evaluating drilling success and productivity.

Skills

Programming & Scripting

  • Python
  • VBA
  • SQL
  • C#
  • JavaScript
  • HTML
  • CSS

Data Analysis & Machine Learning

  • Financial Data Analysis
  • Real-time Data Analysis
  • Congestion Modeling
  • Prediction Modeling
  • Machine Learning
  • Scikit Learn
  • Tensor-Flow
  • Pandas
  • NumPy
  • ETL
  • Data Analytics

Business Intelligence & Tools

  • Microsoft Power Apps
  • Azure Data Factory
  • Power BI
  • Monarch
  • PI Datalink
  • YES Energy
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Flask
  • Bootstrap
  • Heroku
  • SQL Database

Energy Markets & Regulatory Compliance

  • Real Time Trading
  • Power Markets
  • Power Scheduler
  • Regulatory Analysis
  • FERC/NERC Compliant
  • PJM
  • MISO
  • ERCOT
  • NYISO
  • ISONE
  • IESO
  • Auction Revenue Rights (ARR)
  • Reserve Source Point
  • Financial Transmission Rights (FTR)
  • Wholesale Power Purchases

Project Management & Strategy

  • Project Management
  • SCRUM
  • Strategic Initiatives
  • Cloud Migration
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Stakeholder Management