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Paul Dickerson joins Pegasus Paul Dickerson joins Pegasus

07 Jan 2009. Source: AltAssets.
Pegasus Capital Advisors has appointed Paul Dickerson as an operating advisor to the firm. In his new role, Dickerson will advise those of the firm's portfolio companies that focus on sustainability. Dickerson is the former COO of the US Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. He now heads the international cleantech practice of law firm Haynes and Boone.

As EERE's COO, Dickerson was responsible for directing the implementation of EERE priorities, policies, programme development and execution, and strategic planning.

He previously also led an international staff of 1,200 in 80 countries and a budget of $223m as chief of staff of the Department of Commerce's Foreign Commercial Service.

'Paul is an outstanding addition to our network of operating advisors, particularly in light of our nation's growing focus on energy efficiency and cleantech solutions,' said Craig Cogut, founding partner and managing director of Pegasus. 'His extensive experience in energy, finance and associated law will be a great asset to us as we grow our portfolio of businesses offering innovative energy-related solutions.'

Pegasus provides capital to mid-market companies across a range of industries. The firm manages $1.8bn in assets through several private equity funds.

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