Lauren Boutilier is a Professional Engineer with 20 years of experience in the energy industry, specializing in grid modernization and data analytics. She is the Operational Technology Team Lead at Nova Scotia Power, where she leads technical teams supporting distribution grid operations technologies like Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Geographic Information System (GIS). Previously, as Manager of the Smart Meter Operations Centre (SMOC) at Nova Scotia Power, she was responsible for core smart meter operations, including data quality management, network monitoring, and the continuous improvement of AMI business processes. Lauren is passionate about leveraging technology to deliver impactful solutions and drive operational excellence in the utility sector.