A. Wade Smith currently serves as the President of FE Utilities at FirstEnergy Corp, a diversified energy company headquartered in Akron, Ohio. In his role, Smith is responsible for overseeing the company's utility operations, which serve over six million customers across multiple states. He joined FirstEnergy in 2018 and has been instrumental in driving the company's strategic initiatives, focusing on improving reliability, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. Before joining FirstEnergy, Smith had a distinguished career in the energy industry, holding various leadership positions at other utility companies. He started his career at Duke Energy, where he worked for over two decades, ultimately serving as the Senior Vice President of Electric Operations. During his tenure at Duke Energy, Smith was recognized for his contributions to enhancing the company's infrastructure and implementing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of customers. His expertise in utility operations and strategic planning has been a valuable asset to FirstEnergy since his appointment. Under Smith's leadership, FirstEnergy has made significant strides in modernizing its grid infrastructure and investing in new technologies to improve service reliability and resilience. He has been a strong advocate for the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and has led efforts to reduce the company's carbon footprint. Smith's dedication to fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and customer-centricity has positioned FirstEnergy as a leader in the utility industry, and his visionary approach continues to drive the company's success.