Quiet Leadership in Critical Infrastructure: Lessons from the Utility CIO Chair

Leadership That Doesn’t Shout When people think of leadership, they often imagine someone at a podium, commanding a room, delivering bold messages and rousing speeches. That’s one kind of leadership—but it’s not the only kind. And in my experience, it’s not the kind that keeps the lights on or the water flowing. In the world […]

The Untold Tech Stories Behind America’s Deregulated Energy Market

The Shift That Changed Everything When people hear about the deregulated energy market in Texas, they usually think about policy, economics, or headlines about electricity prices. What rarely gets discussed—but played a critical role—is the technology behind that transformation. I had the opportunity to work at ERCOT (Electric Reliability Council of Texas) during one of […]