Brian Hollaway
About Brian Hollaway
Brian Hollaway is a Principal IT Analyst at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2013. He has over two decades of experience in various engineering and IT roles within the company, including positions as IT Manager and Supervisor of SCADA Support.
Work at American Electric Power
Brian Hollaway has held multiple positions at American Electric Power (AEP) since 1987. He began his career as a Cooperative Education Student and progressed to various roles, including Engineer from 1990 to 2002, Senior Engineer from 2002 to 2008, Supervisor of SCADA Support from 2008 to 2010, and IT Manager from 2010 to 2011. He returned to the IT Manager role for Customer Operations Applications Support from 2011 to 2013. Since 2013, he has served as Principal IT Analyst, overseeing critical operations related to AEP's generating fleet.
Education and Expertise
Brian Hollaway earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from The Ohio State University, completing his studies from 1985 to 1989. His educational background in electrical engineering has supported his extensive career in the energy sector, particularly in roles that involve technical oversight and system development.
Background
Brian Hollaway has over three decades of experience in the energy industry, primarily with American Electric Power. His career trajectory reflects a strong foundation in engineering and information technology, with a focus on operational support and system management. He has worked in various capacities, contributing to both engineering and IT functions within the organization.
Achievements
In his current role as Principal IT Analyst, Brian Hollaway oversees the operation of more than 50 PI Application Servers for AEP's generating fleet and generation dispatch center. He has been responsible for the development and support of Generation Dispatching systems, which are critical for efficient energy management and operational reliability at AEP.