25 years and hundreds of research projects, all built on the same idea: turn assumptions into evidence that holds up when a real decision is riding on it. I lead market research, evaluation, and consulting across energy, utilities, technology, and the public sector—managing client relationships, building and mentoring high-performing teams, and turning complex data into insights that drive strategic and operational improvements. I'm known for cross-functional collaboration and delivering innovative, client-focused solutions. My work blends hands-on analysis with scalable processes — from study design and data collection through dashboards, reporting, and stakeholder coordination — turning complex findings into recommendations clients can act on. That's included energy efficiency program evaluations for utilities, a $4M annual research portfolio serving a network of 140+ electric and gas utilities, market studies for global NGOs spanning 30+ countries, and multi-phase research initiatives with international reach. The focus throughout is the same: practical results and measurable value, not research for its own sake.…

Christopher Frye

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25 years and hundreds of research projects, all built on the same idea: turn assumptions into evidence that holds up when a real decision is riding on it. I lead market research, evaluation, and consulting across energy, utilities, technology, and the public sector—managing client relationships, building and mentoring high-performing teams, and turning complex data into insights that drive strategic and operational improvements. I'm known for cross-functional collaboration and delivering innovative, client-focused solutions. My work blends hands-on analysis with scalable processes — from study design and data collection through dashboards, reporting, and stakeholder coordination — turning complex findings into recommendations clients can act on. That's included energy efficiency program evaluations for utilities, a $4M annual research portfolio serving a network of 140+ electric and gas utilities, market studies for global NGOs spanning 30+ countries, and multi-phase research initiatives with international reach. The focus throughout is the same: practical results and measurable value, not research for its own sake.…

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25 years and hundreds of research projects, all built on the same idea: turn assumptions into evidence that holds up when a real decision is riding on it. I lead market research, evaluation, and consulting across energy, utilities, technology, and the public sector—managing client relationships, building and mentoring high-performing teams, and turning complex data into insights that drive strategic and operational improvements. I’m known for cross-functional collaboration and delivering innovative, client-focused solutions.

My work blends hands-on analysis with scalable processes — from study design and data collection through dashboards, reporting, and stakeholder coordination — turning complex findings into recommendations clients can act on. That’s included energy efficiency program evaluations for utilities, a $4M annual research portfolio serving a network of 140+ electric and gas utilities, market studies for global NGOs spanning 30+ countries, and multi-phase research initiatives with international reach. The focus throughout is the same: practical results and measurable value, not research for its own sake.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder and Principal Consultant at ClearEdge Market Intelligence
June 6, 2025 - Present
ClearEdge Market Intelligence LLC is an independent market research and strategic intelligence consultancy serving founders, energy sector organizations, and research firms requiring qualified subcontract capacity. Engagements span primary research design, quantitative and qualitative analysis, competitive intelligence, customer segmentation, and program evaluation — delivered at agency quality with the speed and direct communication that large firms often can't match.
Associate Director at Guidehouse
September 18, 2022 - March 12, 2025
Managed consulting projects for gas and electric utilities, developed scopes of work based on client needs, tracked and analyzed energy market trends, and oversaw project deliverables. Led cross-functional teams and delivered data-driven insights.
Owner / Market Research & Data Management Consultant at Frye Research & Consulting LLC
December 31, 2016 - September 1, 2022
Owner of a market research and consulting practice focused on developing or expanding products and deepening understanding of target markets; led data management projects for NGOs and private sector clients; performed multi-phase studies and data modeling; advanced data collection and analysis.
Senior Associate at Cadmus
March 15, 2016 - November 15, 2016
Led impact evaluations, developed best practices, coordinated across multi-unit teams, and contributed to energy efficiency program evaluations; co-authored a portfolio of research findings.
Senior Manager, Market Research and Evaluation at Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
September 19, 2012 - March 1, 2016
Led impact and process evaluations of low-income energy efficiency programs; managed a $4 million annual market research and evaluation budget; led a team of project managers and third-party contractors; produced data-driven insights; developed best-practice processes and dashboards; collaborated with utilities.
Senior Manager, Market Research and Product Development at Austin Energy
February 28, 2007 - February 1, 2012
Led quantitative and qualitative analyses to inform energy efficiency programs and renewable energy roadmaps; managed a $300K annual research budget; supervised staff of eight professionals; conducted ongoing surveys across residential and commercial customers; developed KPI dashboards; led program strategy.
Product Development Coordinator, Market Research & Product Development at Austin Energy
January 4, 2005 - March 4, 2007
Executed feasibility studies evaluating the introduction of new products and services, coordinating research among a cross-functional team to assess fit, identify target segments, and assess market size
Statistician/Project Manager at NuStats
August 20, 2000 - December 15, 2004
Managed cross-functional teams to execute survey research projects from objectives to final report supporting policy and product development, and marketing strategies for public/private sector clients
Statewide Labor Economist at Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
October 30, 1997 - July 31, 2000
Managed statewide labor market analyses and contributed to policy research; coordinated ongoing labor market data collection.

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Community & Regional Planning, Concentration in Economic Development at University of Texas at Austin
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology & Latin American Studies at University of Wisconsin
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025

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Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Healthcare, Consumer Goods