Danielle Esters

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About Danielle Esters

I’m a strategic and transformational leader with more than a decade of experience driving operational excellence, process innovation, and people development within the energy and utilities industry. My passion lies in building high-performing teams, optimizing cross-functional operations, and implementing innovative solutions that elevate efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction. I specialize in leading large-scale programs and transforming complex challenges into measurable results. At Duke Energy, I’ve led high-performing hybrid teams that improved engineering efficiency by 85%, managed $7M in capital programs, and directed culture transformation efforts that strengthened engagement for more than employees. My leadership approach centers on empowering people, fostering accountability, and aligning technology, process, and purpose to deliver business outcomes. I’m passionate about leading organizations through change—building resilient teams, driving continuous improvement, and shaping operations that achieve both business and community impact. Let's connect if you're seeking a collaborative, visionary leader passionate about transforming operations, empowering people and delivering sustainable business growth.