Branndon Kelley Email & Phone Number

Columbus, Ohio, Us

In my capacity as the Senior Vice President of Innovation and Strategy / Chief Strategy Officer, I spearhead the organization's innovation, transformation, and strategic endeavors. My executive duties include the development and execution of comprehensive Artificial Intelligence (AI) strategies, pilots, and projects that bring value to AMP and our members.I am responsible for securing funding opportunities at federal, state, local, and association levels through grants, incentives, and prizes, which are pivotal for propelling our innovative projects and strategic initiatives that aid AMP in serving their Members; and our members in serving their customers.Additionally, I provide executive management for information technology, cybersecurity, enterprise and energy risk, strategic planning, internal audit, and innovation. I offer guidance and oversight to key leaders, including the Chief Information Officer, Chief Risk Officer, and Director of Innovation and Transformation, to ensure our strategic objectives are achieved and that the organization remains secure and resilient against evolving challenges.Moreover, I fulfill the role of chief of staff for the President and CEO, acting as a strategic advisor on new projects, services, and funding opportunities and an integral part of the executive leadership, ensuring alignment and execution of the organization’s vision and priorities.

Columbus, Ohio, Us

Additional responsibilities to my role(s) at AMP (as described below) include: In this role, I will work with AMP’s CEO and other members of the executive team and lead cross-departmental teams as we seek out opportunities to strengthen the organization.“The disruption that is happening across all aspects of the electric utility industry, the change in customer expectations and the entrance of nontraditional competition makes it clear that AMP must take a proactive approach in innovating to ensure that we are responding appropriately,” Kelley said. “I am honored in the trust that the AMP Board of Trustees and Jolene have put in me in spearheading this response. In this role, I will lead a cross-functional team dedicated to serving our members by examining and executing ideas and initiatives of both external and internal innovation and transformation opportunities.”

Columbus, Ohio, Us

As a member of the Executive Management Team, I was responsible for leading all information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and enterprise cyber-security functions, projects, and staff. I established and executed the organization's technology vision and strategy. I supervised a team of direct reports who managed the delivery of help desk services, network services, application development and support, SCADA/plant systems, cyber security, data center support, and member technology enablement, including Smart Grid/City and Cyber programs. Additionally, I was a member of several key committees, including Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Carbon Leadership, Workforce & Compensation, Focus Forward, and Innovation.#### Major Accomplishments:- Created and executed a vision and strategy to transform the organization from a primarily purchase power entity to an asset owner/operator.- Led the convergence of IT and OT into a single, cohesive group.- Oversaw the implementation of new enterprise systems and the consolidation/modernization of existing systems to enhance business operations.- Developed a vision for a digital enablement platform for utility members, facilitating the deployment of Smart Grid and Smart City technologies to improve customer and resident experience.- Established the Technology Solutions offering for AMP members and community-owned utilities through Hometown Connections.- Led the due diligence for expanding utility technology solutions nationally via the acquisition of Hometown Connections.- Created a customer-, employee-, and member-focused department dedicated to delivering the technology, people, and processes needed to drive growth, transform the organization, and enhance service delivery.

Lakewood, Colorado, Us

I represent American Municipal Power, Inc’s ownership interest in Hometown Connections, Inc (HCI) as a member of the board of directors.

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Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Westerville, Oh, Us

I was recruited to establish and manage an infrastructure practice for a small but rapidly growing IT consultancy. I developed a strategic vision and recruited a team capable of building and deploying infrastructure solutions for clients, including Virtualization, Collaboration, Messaging, Communication, Deployment Services, Data Center Design, Management and Migration, Application and System Hosting, Environment Design, Hardware Maintenance and Support, Hardware Purchasing and Procurement, and Managed Services for Small and Medium-sized Businesses.- Grew the QSI Infrastructure Practice revenue from zero to $1 million in 2009.- Booked over $1 million in new revenue in the first half of 2010.- Led the technical sales, design, and deployment of an SMB VMware vSphere solution, which included 3 Dell virtual hosts, a Dell Equallogic SAN, and a refresh of Cisco equipment for a Columbus-based non-profit.- Led the technical sales, design, and delivery of the infrastructure build-out for an online charter school application, valued at over $2 million.- Sold and supervised a team in delivering a 2500-seat Active Directory, Exchange, SCCM, and Windows 7 upgrade and deployment project valued at over $500,000 for a large regional bank. This project included the migration of a legacy network infrastructure.

Houston, Texas, Us

**Director of Technical Services, HP/EDS (2007–2009)**Managed the IT components of a project portfolio valued at approximately $100 million, overseeing a team of 55-65 members in the US and India.Led the development and support of internal infrastructure, which included over 600 physical servers and more than 300 virtual servers across three data centers, running multiple platforms.Conducted research, reviews, and approvals of capital expenditures and both long-term and short-term IT initiatives.Successfully managed the relocation of over 500 servers with no unplanned downtime.Oversaw a production hosting data center that supported the voter registration systems for New Jersey, Wyoming, and Colorado, as well as the New Hampshire Department of Labor system.Led vendor negotiations that resulted in annual savings of over $1 million.**Senior Manager of Technical Operations, Saber (2006–2007)**- Reported to the Director of Technical Services and managed the Help Desk and Service Support Teams.- Led various corporate infrastructure projects, including ERP implementation, SharePoint Portal development, server virtualization and consolidation, and Exchange mail archiving.- Negotiated with vendors to achieve approximately 30% savings on all Dell hardware purchases.- Improved resolution times for technical issues by 50%.- Established the Saber STS Operations Intern Program, reducing program costs while creating opportunities for graduating college students.

Us

As the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Kelley | Price Technology, I led the go-to-market strategy, sales, marketing, client satisfaction, and technical design. In 2001, I launched the 'Simplified IT' service to fill a gap in the small to medium-sized business market. Under my leadership, the company achieved double and triple-digit growth over four years.My key responsibilities included:Sales and MarketingStrategic PlanningPresentationsProject ManagementContract NegotiationsIn December 2008, I stepped down as CEO and sold my share in Kelley | Price Technology. For more information, visit www.kelleyprice.com

Columbus, Ohio, Us

I held comprehensive responsibility for managing all technology systems, projects, and initiatives within the organization. This role encompassed overseeing the expansion of the IT infrastructure, where I successfully scaled its capacity multiple times to meet growing demands. My efforts included not only the implementation and maintenance of advanced technological solutions but also strategic planning for future technology needs. In addition, I worked in close collaboration with executive management to align technology initiatives with the company's broader goals. This involved leveraging technology to drive organizational growth, streamline operations, and enhance process efficiency. Through these efforts, I played a key role in enabling the company to achieve its strategic objectives and maintain a competitive edge in the industry.

Camarillo, California, Us

Roseland, New Jersey, Us

Columbus, Ohio, Us

Columbus, Oh, Us

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Finance

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Information Systems