Michael Lamb serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Delivery Officer at Xcel Energy Inc., where he leads the company's operations, construction, and maintenance efforts across its eight-state service territory. With over 25 years of experience in the energy industry, Lamb began his career at Xcel Energy in 1998 as a project engineer, quickly advancing through roles in transmission and distribution engineering. His early expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects laid the foundation for his leadership in modernizing the utility's grid to support growing demand and renewable integration. Throughout his tenure, Lamb has spearheaded transformative initiatives, including the successful deployment of smart grid technologies that enhanced reliability and reduced outage times by 20% in key regions. He played a pivotal role in Xcel Energy's $2.5 billion capital investment plan, overseeing the construction of new transmission lines and substations to facilitate wind and solar energy expansion. His achievements have earned him recognition from industry groups like the Edison Electric Institute, and under his guidance, Xcel has consistently ranked among the top utilities for operational excellence and customer satisfaction. As Chief Delivery Officer, Lamb ensures the seamless execution of Xcel Energy's clean energy transition goals, managing a team of over 5,000 professionals and a multi-billion-dollar annual budget. His strategic focus on safety, innovation, and regulatory compliance positions the company to meet ambitious carbon-free targets by 2050, driving sustainable growth while delivering affordable and reliable power to millions of customers.