Dr. Vadari is Founder and President of Modern Grid Solutions, delivering consulting and training services to a global set of smart grid companies (utilities and vendors) seeking deep subject matter expertise in setting the business, technical and strategic direction to develop the next-generation electric/energy system. Dr. Vadari is also the Technical Consultant to the New York State Smart Grid Consortium participating in an architecture role in the core team for the REV effort and Director of Sector Services at the Global Smart Cities Council. Dr. Vadari is a frequent keynoter at industry events in US and abroad and also provides advice to several companies and industry groups.v