John is a leader in energy markets, system and resource planning and demand flexibility, with over two decades of expertise spanning both regulatory and operational spheres. As Director of Demand Flexibility & Virtual Power Plants at the New York Power Authority (NYPA), John spearheads strategies to affordably decarbonize NYPA’s customer sites, enhance customer and grid reliability/resilience through the optimization of distributed energy resources. His career includes senior positions at New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) and executive leadership positions across government and industry, reflecting a deep commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions through innovation and strategic oversight.