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Patrick Hughes

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Senior Vice President, Strategy, Technical, and Industry Affairs at National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
📍 Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Patrick Hughes is the Senior Vice President at NEMA, where he leads a team of technical experts in developing standards for electrical systems. His expertise spans energy technology and policy, including grid modernization and electrification. He holds an M. S. from The Johns Hopkins University and a B. A. from the University of Rochester.

He is the recipient of the Howard Coonley Medal, one of the most prestigious awards in the national standardization community, which recognizes executives who have provided outstanding support to standardization as a management tool.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Senior Vice President, Strategy, Technical, and Industry Affairs
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Technical Standards
He leads a team of 30 technical experts in developing and publishing industry standards and frequently speaks on the importance of standardization for innovation and safety.
Energy Transition
He directs NEMA's strategic campaigns to coordinate the electroindustry's response to the transition toward renewable energy, electrification, and grid modernization.
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Career

Work history

12-2022
Senior Vice President, Strategy, Technical, and Industry Affairs
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
7-2019 - 12-2022
Vice President, Operations & Strategy
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
9-2015 - 6-2019
Senior Director, Government Relations and Strategic Initiatives
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
1-2009 - 12-2012
Senior Associate, Energy & Climate
United Nations Foundation
1-2009 - 12-2012
Senior Associate, Energy & Climate
Energy Future Coalition
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Education
M.S.
The Johns Hopkins University
B.A.
University of Rochester
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