Leadership Team - Robert McNamara

robert mcnamara - co-founder and chief operating officer

Robert McNamara


Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer

Education:

Penn State University, A.S. in Electrical Engineering Technology
Rosemont College, B.S. in Business Management

Biography and Notable Achievements

Robert McNamara is an experienced energy industry professional who brings 35+ years of expertise in incorporating innovative processes and driving businesses efficiencies. As the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Constellation Clearsight, Robert helps craft Clearsight’s long term strategy, oversees all aspects of the company’s operations, and ensures the delivery of exceptional service.

  • As COO, McNamara is focused on delivering quality service to utilities by leveraging innovative technologies in drones, sensors, robotics, and artificial intelligence to conduct safer, more efficient asset inspections.
  • McNamara has more than 35 years of experience in the energy industry always focusing on incorporating innovative processes and driving efficiencies.  
  • Most recently, McNamara was the President and Director of PowerLabs where he focused on operations and growth of an industry leading calibration and testing laboratory providing services throughout the United States and Canada.
  • Previously, McNamara was Manager of Finance and IT of PowerLabs where he was responsible for management of all financial activities and oversaw the development of industry leading laboratory management systems.
  • McNamara started his career in the energy industry at PECO as a Senior Systems Analyst where he was key in design and implementation of several pioneering business software systems.

Speaking Opportunities

Robert has a wealth of expertise in emerging technologies, operational excellence, and business strategy. He has a proven track record of building high-performing teams and implementing effective strategies that have helped organizations achieve their business goals.

Robert is a highly engaging presenter and has delivered presentations at numerous industry conferences and events, including the EPRI UAS utility conference, Curtiss Wright RAPID conference and Exelon Innovation Expo. He is recognized for his captivating and energetic presentation style, as well as his talent for simplifying intricate ideas into practical and applicable takeaways.

Sample Speaking Topics:

  • The Intersection of Energy and Innovation: Opportunities and Challenges
  • Innovative Operations: Transforming Your Business Through Emerging Technologies and continuous process improvement
  • Building a Culture of Innovation: How to Foster Creativity and Drive Disruptive Change
  • From Good to Great: Driving Operational Excellence for Sustainable Growth
  • Crafting a Winning Business Strategy: Best Practices and Real-World Examples

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