Speakers

Del Misenheimer serves as the Vice President of Grid Automation, Grid Solutions at GE Vernova, where he leads the strategic vision for a global  portfolio that spans substation automation, protection & control, secure communications, and digital grid intelligence.

With a deep-rooted understanding of the utility, data center, and industrial sectors, Del brings decades of leadership experience in delivering power system innovations that meet evolving grid demands. His focus spans advanced equipment, edge computing, and software-driven automation—enabling utilities to enhance resilience, reliability, and efficiency across transmission and distribution networks.

Prior to joining GE Vernova, Del served as President of Gates Corporation, where he led targeted growth initiatives in the global aftermarket sector, emphasizing operational excellence and customer-centric innovation. He began honing his expertise in business transformation, go-to-market strategy, and global operations management within the power sector in his earlier executive roles at Eaton Corporation / Cooper Industries and ABB (now Hitachi Energy).

A passionate advocate for digital transformation, he has consistently helped organizations adapt to complex regulatory environments and deliver sustainable, future-ready energy solutions.

Whether leading global teams or collaborating with utility executives and policy makers, Del remains focused on one goal: driving innovation that empowers customers to build a cleaner, smarter, and more resilient grid