Prior to this, Hicks served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy (2010–2013).

In Jan 2012 state of the Union addressed: completed four years ahead of 2020 goal, the 1-gigawatt renewable energy initiative ultimately procured 1.2 GW at a net present value saving of over $400 million.

Hicks received a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from University of Maryland.

Hicks was vice president of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) and International Programs with the U.S. Green Building Council.

The Mabus Group[3] is a strategic advisory firm specializing in resiliency which includes energy, sustainability, cyber security, and talent management.