About Pivotal180

Why Pivotal180?

At Pivotal180, we specialize in delivering world-class financial training that empowers professionals to excel in complex transactions. We are passionate about making financial concepts accessible and easy to understand, combining deep expertise with an innovative approach to learning. Whether you are navigating project finance modeling, tackling financial modeling for renewable energy, or enhancing your understanding of governance and compliance, Pivotal180 offers tailored solutions to meet your needs.

Why Choose Pivotal180?

Our training goes beyond the basics, offering an in-depth understanding of why financial processes work the way they do and how the various elements fit together within the broader context of a transaction. At Pivotal180, we believe in simplifying complexity. Using simple yet elegant examples and quantitative demonstrations, we transform dry and esoteric material into engaging, practical, and fun learning experiences.

We have reimagined financial training to create a novel approach that demystifies complex financial rules and techniques. With a focus on real-world applications, our training is designed to help you master financial modeling, project finance modeling for renewable energy, and corporate finance across a wide range of industries. We explain not just the "how" but also the "why" behind every concept, ensuring you develop a deeper understanding of financial transactions.

Our Expertise

Pivotal180’s courses are led by senior practitioners who bring years of practical, transactional experience to the table. Our expertise is not derived from textbooks or secondhand knowledge—we teach from experience. Over the years, we have worked with top advisors, developers, lenders, and funds worldwide, delivering training that builds both institutional and individual capacity. We provide insight into topics as diverse as governance, compliance, local law, and tax regulations in almost any jurisdiction, ensuring our training is relevant and applicable.

We advise, train, and coach clients on navigating complex financial transactions, with an emphasis on financial modeling and analysis. From renewable energy projects to infrastructure finance, our expertise spans multiple sectors, making us a trusted partner for professionals across the globe.

Customized Training Solutions

Pivotal180 offers the most tailored training solutions on the market. Our innovative approach, combined with proprietary online content, enables us to cover more material in less time while ensuring a deeper understanding of key concepts. We offer a range of training formats, including:

  • Public and Live-Streaming Training: Join other professionals in small group settings to learn collaboratively.
  • Online Training: Self-paced courses with 12 months of access to interactive materials, concept videos, and downloadable resources.
  • In-House Training: Customized to address the specific challenges your organization faces, these workshops can be delivered in-person or via live streaming.

Whether you are interested in mastering project finance modeling, enhancing your understanding of renewable energy finance, or building advanced skills in corporate finance, our courses are designed to meet your unique needs.

Our Commitment to Excellence

At Pivotal180, teaching is not a side business—it is our sole focus. We are dedicated to providing a learning experience of the highest caliber, blending instructor-led training with online resources for continued learning. When you choose Pivotal180, you gain access to:

  • Senior Practitioners: Our instructors are experienced professionals with real-world expertise.
  • Blended Learning: Each course includes 12 months of online access, complete with downloadable spreadsheets, lecture slides, and step-by-step walkthroughs.
  • Tailored Content: We customize our courses more than any other provider, ensuring your training is relevant and effective.

A Global Presence

Our training programs have reached professionals worldwide. We have worked with clients in diverse sectors, including renewable energy, infrastructure, private equity, and corporate finance. From project finance modeling to in-depth analysis of financial statements, our training equips you with the skills needed to succeed in today’s fast-paced financial environment.

Contact Us

Pivotal180 is committed to helping you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are looking for customized in-house workshops, live-streaming sessions, or self-paced online training, we have a solution to fit your needs. Contact us today to learn more about our courses in project finance modeling, renewable energy finance, and beyond. Invest in your future with Pivotal180, and discover the confidence that comes from mastering complex financial concepts.

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Our Team

Haydn Palliser

Haydn Palliser

Founder & Instructor

Haydn Palliser is a founder and instructor at Pivotal180 and a globally renowned financial modeling and project finance expert.

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Alison Leckie

Alison Leckie

Founder, COO & CFO

Alison is a founder and the COO & CFO of Pivotal 180. She is responsible for managing business and finance related tasks. Alison will also be leading courses related to FP&A and providing coaching to accountants and FP&A managers.

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Matt David

Matt Davis

Director

Matt Davis is a director at Pivotal180, responsible for creation of course content, training, consulting and model audit services.

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Bastian Stroemsheim

Senior Associate

Bastian Stroemsheim is an associate at Pivotal180. He supports the training, advisory and model audit services.

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Daniel Gross

Daniel Gross

Founder

Daniel Gross is a founder at Pivotal180 and a private equity investor focused on renewable energy, infrastructure and socially responsible impact investing.

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Brent Grundberg

Advisor

Brent Grundberg is an advisor at Pivotal 180 and has spent his entire career focused on the energy, power and infrastructure sectors.

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Jeff Reamer

Jeff Reamer

Advisor

Jeff Reamer is an advisor at Pivotal 180, a private equity investor and an entrepreneur who has spent his entire career focused on the transition to a lower carbon economy.

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