Ronnie Mauldin is a seasoned professional in Smart Utilities and Electric Grid Management, currently serving as Senior Principal at Qualus since April 2024, focusing on innovation and modernization in Electric Utility Grid Management Solutions. Previously, Mauldin held the position of Director at Cognizant, leading the Smart Utilities Digital Grid Solutions initiative while emphasizing digital capabilities and optimizing assets. At Schneider Electric, Mauldin was a Director Consultant SME, managing a team to enhance operational excellence in diverse Smart Grid technologies. With a foundational career at Austin Energy as Supervisor of Real Time T&D System Operations, Mauldin has extensive experience in ensuring the reliability of the Bulk Electric System. Educational credentials include a Reliability Coordinator certification from NERC and technical studies at Austin Community College and Tarleton State University.