Gautam Kakaiya is currently serving as the Manager of Grid Modernization at CPS Energy since May 2023, where he drives technology and process advancements to enhance grid resilience, reliability, and efficiency. Previously, he managed cutting-edge research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) projects as a Project Manager at NYSEARCH, leading initiatives in predictive analytics, emissions reduction, and infrastructure optimization. With a background in engineering at Enercon Services supporting nuclear power plant modifications and intelligence analysis in the U.S. Army, Gautam combines technical expertise, data-driven decision-making, and empathic leadership to drive transformative change in the energy sector.