International Utility Expert Joins Apex As Vice President Of Operations

HERNDON, Va., Aug. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Apex CoVantage, a leading provider of Smart Grid  technology and services, is pleased to announce that Sangeet Dutta, an internationally renowned utility expert, has joined the Smart Grid Solutions division as Vice President of Operations. This strategic hire solidifies the company's position in the Smart Grid space and positions it for advancing its ProField technology.

"It is an exciting time to be part of the Smart Grid movement," said Dutta.  "The industry is evolving at a rapid pace, and Apex is on the forefront of developing innovative technologies that continue to set the industry standard." 

Mr. Dutta has over 27 years of leadership experience in the power industry and extensive involvement in smart grid projects on a global scale.  He has completed assignments in India, Ukraine, Cameroon, Brazil, Dominican Republic and most recently, Jamaica, where he created tremendous value for shareholders through streamlined operations and reduction of utility system loss, all in a highly adverse macroeconomic climate. Prior to joining Apex, Mr. Dutta served as Senior Vice President at Marubeni Power International, Vice President of Customer Operations at Jamaica Public Service Company Limited, Director of Distribution at Empresa Distribuidora de Energia del Este, and Regional Business Unit Leader at AES-Sul.   He holds degrees in electrical engineering, finance and accounting, applied technology and general management.

"Mr. Dutta's background and expertise align nicely with our plans for international expansion," says Shashi Gupta, CEO at Apex.  "We are pleased to have him managing operations at Apex, and look forward to his contributions to our future growth."

About Apex Smart Grid Solutions
Apex CoVantage, a private, employee-owned company, helps businesses develop and execute strategies in the information and knowledge fields. Based in Herndon, Virginia, Apex employs over 2,500 globally.

Apex Smart Grid Solutions works with utilities providers around the world, featuring ProField^®, for mobile workforce management.  Service offerings include Meter Replacement, Network Equipment Installation, Smart Grid Consulting, and ROI-enhancing Services.

Contact
Kristin Wold
+1.703.709.3000
kwold@apexcovantage.com

SOURCE Apex CoVantage