John Nowostawski

Energy Innovation Challenge Program Manager

John has over 20 years of experience in the electric utility, service delivery, and management consulting industries. He has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree from the University of Manitoba, an Executive Master of Business Administration degree in Innovation Leadership from the University of Fredericton, and a certificate in project management. John's technical expertise lies in operational technology systems for the electric distribution grid. He has led cross-functional teams in innovation, service delivery, business development, utility operations, and electric distribution equipment. John has made significant contributions to the electric utility industry, sharing his diverse experience with clients across the US and Canada through his consulting company, JohnsCo. He is a member of the Smart Grid Innovation Network (SGIN) and is currently volunteering as the Steering Committee Chair.

John works and plays in Calgary with his family. In his free time, he can be found with his nose in a book, baking and consuming unhealthy amounts of sourdough bread, and enjoying the great outdoors with his family.