Mitch Davda is a seasoned leader with over 18 years of distinguished experience in the utility industry. As the current head of the Smart Meter Operations Center at Duquesne Light Company in Pittsburgh, PA, Mitch leverages his deep expertise in Advanced Metering Infrastructure, Smart Street Lighting, Smart Grid Systems, Distributed Intelligence, Outage Management Systems, and Operational Data Management Systems. His leadership ensures the seamless execution of SMOC's daily operations, driving innovation and efficiency across the organization. Before joining Duquesne Light, Mitch held a pivotal role at Itron, where he managed multiple high-profile accounts and delivered strategic management and technical consulting services to major utilities spanning the electric, water, and gas sectors. His contributions were instrumental in enhancing operational excellence and advancing utility capabilities on a broad scale.

Mitch's academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and an MBA with a specialization in Project Management from the University of Southern Indiana. His commitment to professional growth and operational excellence is matched by his dedication to his community. Residing in Pittsburgh with his wife, Shivangi, and their son, Kabir, Mitch is passionate about giving back through volunteer work with non-profit organizations. In his spare time, he enjoys biking, organizing events, exploring diverse culinary landscapes, and embarking on family vacations that create lasting memories.