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🎄 On the 12th day of Christmas, ETS sent to me... #ETS25 Theme #ETHOS Special Message featuring Zpryme / Froliq CEO and co-Founder Jason Rodriguez touching the key tenants the industry should embrace. 1️⃣ Innovation 2️⃣ Urgency 3️⃣ Equity 4️⃣ Radical Collaboration As we head to San Antonio for ETS25 this upcoming May, we are uniting around key industry pillars that will shape the industry for the next decade. Learn more + register 👉 energythoughtsummit.com Watch full talk 👉 https://lnkd.in/gqZDmECy hashtag #ETS24 #ETS25 #GridEvolution #Leadership #ThoughtLeadership #Energy #Utilities #SanAntonio #EnergyInnovation #Loveyourenergy #CommunityPower #EnergyTransformation #FutureOfEnergy #Sustainability #Ethos #EnergyThoughtSummit

*New Zpryme and Itron, Inc. Report shows the future of utilities lies at the grid edge, with distributed intelligence and AI paving the way for scalable, smart applications. 🚀 Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gSAiyJK6 Key highlights: 1️⃣ Operational Efficiency Drives Innovation Improved business operations (65%) and enhanced customer experiences (63%) are the top benefits utilities report from leveraging AMI data. This highlights the transformative role of smart metering in addressing both core operational challenges and customer satisfaction. 2️⃣ Focus on Real-Time Visibility Utilities prioritize real-time visibility for low-voltage (LV) networks, with 55% citing it as critical for operational planning. This demand is driven by the rise of DERs, EVs, and extreme weather, showcasing the need for smarter grid edge management. 3️⃣ Integration Challenges Remain Despite these advancements, 58% of utilities struggle with IT system integration—a key hurdle in leveraging AMI data effectively. Continued focus on robust integration strategies is essential for unlocking the full potential of AMI. The report covers: -Which operational and value-added grid-facing applications utilities are considering in the next 3 to 5 years. -Best practices for leveraging multi-purpose networks that support AMI 2.0 to manage grid edge low voltage applications. -Top challenges utilities face in implementing grid edge low-voltage management applications. -The readiness of utilities next generation AMI 2.0 grid edge strategy to scale up and meet utility grid and smart city applications. Chris Holt Mia Dance Tracy Morales #Utilities #SmartGrid #AMI #Innovation #Sustainability

Time flies when you are Holting it down - congratulations Chris Holt on 10 years at Zpryme! Your dedication, creativity, commitment, and kindness are truly appreciated by our team and partners! Looking forward to seeing you continue grow, teach, and expand Zpryme's footprint!

🎄 On the 11th day of Christmas, ETS sent to me... ETS24: Leadership's Role in Grid Evolution with Rudy D. Garza, President & CEO of CPS Energy! CPS Energy, based in San Antonio, is the largest community-owned electric and natural gas utility in the U.S. Rudy Garza, its first Hispanic CEO, brings over 25 years of experience and is leading transformative initiatives like Vision 2027 to shape a sustainable future for the city. Rudy’s approach to leadership is simple yet profound: 1️⃣ Be authentic 2️⃣ Lift others as you rise 3️⃣ Stay rooted in your community As we head to San Antonio for ETS25 this upcoming May, this conversation is the perfect preview of the leadership and innovation driving energy evolution in one of the nation’s most dynamic cities. Learn more + register 👉 energythoughtsummit.com Watch full talk 👉 https://lnkd.in/gqZDmECy #ETS24 #ETS25 #GridEvolution #Leadership #ThoughtLeadership #Energy #Utilities #CPSEnergy #SanAntonio #EnergyInnovation #Vision2027 #CommunityPower #EnergyTransformation #FutureOfEnergy #Sustainability #Ethos #EnergyThoughtSummit

🎄On the Tenth Day of Christmas, #ETS sent to me: Raiford Smith, Chief Utility Innovation Officer of The AES Corporation US Utilities, serving over 1 million customers with safe, reliable, and affordable energy. Raiford's keynote wrapped up with a vision: “Go faster.” Raiford will be back for ETS25 this May in San Antonio, Texas! Learn more and register at energythoughtsummit.com Full keynote: https://lnkd.in/gCnXtrjB #ETS23 #ETS25 #EnergyInnovation #KeynoteSpeaker #FutureOfEnergy #EnergyLeadership #EnergyThoughtSummit

Thrilled to welcome industry trailblazer Kristol Whatley Simms, VP Clean Energy Transition, Economic, Community, and Business Development for Ameren IL to #ETS25 thought leader line-up. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ebJ-3Spr Kristol Simms is Vice President Clean Energy Transition, Economic, Community, and Business Development for Ameren Illinois Company, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation. Based in Collinsville, Illinois, Ameren Illinois provides service to 1.2 million electric customers and more than 800,000 natural gas customers across 43,700 square miles in the state of Illinois. In this role, Simms is responsible for leading the energy efficiency, beneficial electrification, and economic development organizations that will optimize the company's grid transformation efforts in compliance with the state's clean energy legislation. Ashley Santor Barrett Clark Chris Holt Mia Dance Sean Sayers Zpryme #ethos #loveyourenergy #thoughtleadership #futureofenergy #innovation #ETS24

🎄On the ninth day of Christmas, ETS sent to me… Henk Rogers on Journey, Drive, and Creativity! From transforming the gaming industry to championing clean energy as the founder of Blue Planet Alliance, Henk Rogers’ story is one of relentless innovation and purpose. His journey reminds us that creativity, passion, and a clear vision can spark change on a global scale. Watch this inspiring ETS22 moment and discover how Henk’s drive continues to shape the future of energy and sustainability: https://lnkd.in/gzZrYxFa Learn more: energythoughtsummit.com #ETS25 #Innovation #Leadership #CleanEnergy #Inspiration #EnergyThoughtSummit

🎄 On the eighth day of Christmas, ETS sent to me… #ETS21: Automating the Grid of the Future! As utilities work toward a decarbonized energy landscape, maintaining reliability remains a top priority. Building a grid seamlessly integrating #DERs, #renewables, and #EVs demands a robust distributed automation ecosystem. This session explored the current state of distributed automation and its vast potential for the future. Watch the highlights from ETS21’s opening day and hear from the leaders driving this transformation. Together, let’s continue the conversation and shape a smarter, more resilient grid! https://lnkd.in/g7u5khaA 💡 Learn more about ETS25 at energythoughtsummit.com Amanda Freick, Vice President North American Sales, MICATU, Inc. Rebecca Foster, CEO, VEIC Cameron Freberg, Utility Strategist, EV & Emerging Technologies, Austin Energy Sacha C. Fontaine, P.E., Principal Consultant, SAS #ETS25 #GridAutomation #EnergyInnovation #Sustainability #EnergyThoughtSummit

Thrilled to announce Amanda Rome, EVP, Group President - Utilities, and Chief Customer Officer of Xcel Energy will be speaking at #ETS25. Serving 3.7 million electric customers and 2.1 million gas customers, Xcel Energy continues to be at the forefront of the energy transition with a goal of becoming net zero by 2050. Register for #ETS25 here: https://lnkd.in/ebJ-3Spr #loveyourenergy #Ethos Amanda Rome is Executive Vice President and Group President - Utilities, Chief Customer Officer with responsibility for the overall strategy and execution of each of Xcel Energy's four operating companies as well as the customer-facing organizations including Clean Transportation, Customer Solutions and Innovation and Customer Care. In her previous role as Chief Legal and Compliance Officer, she was responsible for the company’s law department and overall legal strategy. Zpryme Mia Dance Chris Holt Mark Ishac Rich Ahee Benito Ramirez, III Sean Sayers #futureofenergy #innovation #thoughtleadership

🎄 On the seventh day of Christmas, ETS sent to me… an inside scoop into the “Mind of a Leader” with Gil C. Quiniones (former President and CEO, New York Power Authority / current President and CEO ComEd) and Calvin Butler (President and CEO, Exelon)! What’s on the mind of utility leaders like #ETS19 Thought Leader of the Year (TLOY) Gil Quiniones and #ETS20 TLOY Calvin Butler? 🌟 Balancing social, environmental, and financial responsibility takes innovative and inclusive thinking—skills these leaders demonstrate daily while serving their communities. 💡 Don’t miss this inspiring conversation—designed to spark ideas and drive action: https://lnkd.in/ghsYca-G Learn more about the next ETS! Coming at you MAY 2025: energythoughtsummit.com #ETS25 #EnergyLeadership #Innovation #CommunityImpact #EnergyThoughtSummit