Type Of Business:
Regional transmission organization
Expertise:
Power system operation; Power market operation training; Operator training simulator project management; Technical trainer
Major Product/SVS:
Wholesale power coordination
Hobbies/Sports:
Stained glass; Woodworking; Gardening; Photography; Decorative painting; Tae Kwon Do; Tai Chi; Roller blading; Skate boarding; Biking; Astronomy
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Engineering Management, Drexel University (1984); Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Drexel University (1978); AT in Electrical Engineering, Temple University (1969)
Affiliations Awards:
Chairman, Bismarck State College Electrical Transmission Systems Technology Advisory Committee
Charity:
Saint Vinvient De Paul Socety
Number Of Years In Profession:
42
Number Of Years In Current Position:
12
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her ability to explain complex concepts in non-technical terms and to interact with people from different professional back grounds.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of her 29 years experience in power system operations and power plant experience.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Development of operator training programs and courses; Project management of operating simulator systems; Real time training; Updating the dispatcher assistance software; Training the dispatchers; Giving tours of the facility
Education Certifications:
Certified Reliability Coordinator, North American Electrical Reliability Corporation; Program Certificate in Electrical Transmission Systems; Technology, North American Electric Reliability Corporation
Awards/Honors:
Mission Success Award; Core Values Award; Espirit De Corps Award
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Lawrence hopes to experience continued personal and professional growth.