Stephen Nittler

Energy Policy & Government Affairs Professional

Columbia, Missouri

I help organizations navigate the complex intersection of energy infrastructure, public policy, and stakeholder engagement. With over a decade of experience spanning state government, advocacy, and the private sector, I specialize in making large-scale energy projects happen.

My background includes leading government affairs for major transmission projects, serving as Chief of Staff in the Missouri Senate, and building coalitions that bridge utilities, regulators, landowners, and communities.

Currently available for consulting engagements — whether you need help with regulatory strategy, stakeholder outreach, or navigating the policy landscape for energy and infrastructure projects.

Areas of Expertise

Transmission & Grid

Large-scale transmission development, interconnection, FERC/DOE regulatory processes

Government Affairs

Legislative strategy, regulatory navigation, policy development

Stakeholder Engagement

Coalition building, community relations, landowner outreach

Project Management

Complex multi-stakeholder initiatives, $1M+ budget oversight

Experience Highlights

Manager, Government & Regulatory Affairs

Invenergy

Led government affairs for the Grain Belt Express — a $7B+ HVDC transmission line. Managed state and federal regulatory strategy, legislative engagement, and stakeholder relations across multiple states.

Chief of Staff

Missouri State Senate

Directed all operations for a state Senator's office. Managed legislative priorities, constituent services, and staff. Developed policy positions on energy, infrastructure, and economic development.

Government Affairs & Advocacy

Various Roles

Lobbied on behalf of energy and infrastructure interests. Directed political campaigns. Built and led advocacy coalitions across Missouri.