Dan Smith

Dan Smith is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the energy sector, currently serving as the Vice President of Transmission System Operations at LCRA since September 2019. Prior to this role, Dan held multiple positions at Austin Energy from 2003 to 2019, including Vice President of Electric Service Delivery, where responsibility encompassed all aspects of the Transmission and Distribution business unit. Dan's career also includes leadership roles in Smart Grid and System Operations, Substation and Relay Engineering, and Facilities Management, showcasing a strong background in project management, engineering, and operational oversight. Dan's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Texas A&M University, along with other academic pursuits at Dallas Theological Seminary and St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas.