Dr. Massoud Amin – Professor, University of Minnesota: Often hailed as the “father of the Smart Grid,” Dr. Amin has led numerous research projects focusing on enhancing the resilience and efficiency of energy grids. His thought leadership has significantly impacted smart grid advancements globally.
Patricia Hoffman – Assistant Secretary, Office of Electricity Delivery & Energy Reliability (DOE): Hoffman has played a vital role in the U.S. Department of Energy’s push towards implementing smarter grid technologies, emphasizing infrastructure resilience and integrating renewable energy sources.
S. Massoud Amin – Director, Technological Leadership Institute: Renowned for his advocacy for strong, self-healing infrastructures, Amin’s efforts concentrate on optimizing national energy grids using smart technologies.
Dr. Jeffrey Taft – Chief Architect, Electric Grid Transformation, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory: With an extensive background in grid architecture, Dr. Taft is pushing the frontiers of scalable, adaptable, and resilient grid systems.
Chris King – Chief Regulatory Officer, Siemens Digital Grid: A prominent figure in the global energy scene, King’s work revolves around digital grid technologies, demand response, and consumer engagement, reflecting in his numerous publications and industry standards contributions.
Lynne Kiesling – Economist and Senior Lecturer, Northwestern University: Kiesling’s research intersects economics and technology, particularly on the topic of digital technology’s transformative potential for electricity markets and regulatory reforms.
Dr. Rahul Tongia – Fellow, Brookings India: A scholar specializing in technology and policy, Dr. Tongia focuses on issues of electricity and sustainable energy. He has contributed significantly to discussions on India’s smart grid development.
Eric Dresselhuys – Co-founder, Silver Spring Networks: Having worked on connecting over 25 million homes with smart technology, Dresselhuys’s venture aids utilities worldwide in enhancing grid reliability and efficiency.
Jessica Harrison – Director, R&D, MISO Energy: Harrison’s work revolves around the intersection of technology and market operations, ensuring the grid’s future reliability and affordability.
Audrey Zibelman – CEO of the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO): A vocal advocate for grid modernization, Zibelman’s leadership at AEMO is driving Australia towards a more integrated, sustainable, and smart energy grid.
