Mehrdod is a registered Professional Engineer and a Senior IEEE member with over 30 years of experience in Engineering, Management Consulting, and OT/IT (Operational Technology / Information Technology) systems integration. Mehrdod brings a unique combination of executive management, technical knowledge, and product strategy and management experience. As Executive Vice President - Consulting, at SSP Innovations Mehrdod supports the firm's growth in utility client activities and senior-level client relationships. His responsibilities include consulting and business development services around Grid Modernization, Asset and Work Management, Geographical Information Systems, Distribution and Transmission Planning and Operations, Performance Excellence, Data Analytics, Organizational Change Management, Emerging Energy Technology Strategy, and Transformational Business Models for the utility industry. Having held many senior-level positions at leading vendors, solution providers, and consulting firms, Mehrdod has focused his career on systems and operational efficiency applications, where he has assisted numerous clients globally with their vision, architecture, selection, and execution of advanced technology solutions, including: • Geographical Information Systems • Organizational Readiness / Change Management • Smart Metering Infrastructure • Meter Data Management Systems • Grid Analytics • Distribution and Transmission Automation Systems • Mobile Workforce Management Systems • Outage and Advanced Distribution Management Systems • Renewables Integration and Storage technology • SCADA and EMS control center systems During his career, Mehrdod has also previously served on numerous industry committee organizations, including GridWise Forum, SGIP, Utilimetrics, Executive Board Member of Demand Response and Smart Grid Coalition, UtiliPoint MDM/AMI council, GITA, and GITA’s Information Technology Advisory Council. He has authored and presented numerous papers and presentations at various industry events globally and has been trained and received certifications in such topics as Enterprise Application Integration, Field Force Automation, IT Service Management Essentials, Project Management/Project Success Methodologies, Modern Energy Management Systems Design, and Engineering Economy.