Innovation Shares

Step into the future of utility analytics during this high-energy session, where leading innovators take the stage to showcase breakthrough projects and technologies transforming the industry. Hear directly from leaders at Xtensible, Itron, Quanam, Analytics Automations, Qualus, and Stantec as they present their most compelling innovations in data, analytics, and emerging technology.

Featured presentations include:

• “The Intelligent Grid of Tomorrow: Powered by Specialized LLMs, Data Governance, and CIM” by Michael Covarrubias and Shawn Hu, Xtensible, a SAM Company

• “Why Where Matters” by Meredith Gilstrap, Itron

• “The Game-Changer Behind Smarter Forecasting” by Nicole Halm, Quanam

• “Why I Left My Utility Job and What I Learned” by Rolando Vega, Analytics Automations

• “The Opportunities and Challenges of AI” by Joseph Lozada, Qualus Power Services

• “Making AI Stick: Successful Implementation Principles” by Peter Nearing, Stantec

Alongside these dynamic talks, we’ll also celebrate excellence within the UAI community through the UAI Excellence Awards, recognizing this year’s UAI Analytics Ambassador and unveiling the Top 25 Thought Leaders in Utility Analytics. These honors spotlight the individuals shaping the future of analytics across the utility industry—leaders whose vision, collaboration, and impact are driving real transformation.