Gary Friudenberg, Pmp
About Gary Friudenberg, Pmp
Gary Friudenberg is a Transmission Supervisor at American Electric Power, with a diverse background in military and electrical transmission roles. He has extensive experience in the U.S. Navy and has earned multiple degrees in Computer Science, Transmission Technology, and Business Administration.
Work at American Electric Power
Gary Friudenberg has held multiple roles at American Electric Power (AEP) since joining the company. He currently serves as a Transmission Supervisor, a position he has held since 2021 in Corpus Christi, Texas. Prior to this role, he worked as a Transmission Dispatcher from 2014 to 2018, where he managed the flow of electricity through the transmission system. He then transitioned to the role of Outage Coordinator from 2019 to 2021, overseeing outage management processes. Additionally, he served as SCC Reliability Coordinator for one year from 2018 to 2019, ensuring the reliability of the transmission system.
Education and Expertise
Gary Friudenberg has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from Thomas Edison State College, completing his studies from 2011 to 2013. He also obtained an Associate of Science in Transmission Technology from Bismarck State College between 2014 and 2015. His studies in Air Traffic Control at Thomas Edison State College culminated in both a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science and Technology and an Associate in Science in Applied Science and Technology, completed over an 11-year period from 2000 to 2011. He further enhanced his qualifications with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which he completed from 2020 to 2022.
Background in U.S. Navy
Gary Friudenberg has extensive experience in the U.S. Navy, serving in various capacities over a span of 20 years. His roles included Division Officer on the USS ENTERPRISE from 2009 to 2011, where he was responsible for overseeing operations. He also held the position of Assistant Tower Branch Chief at NAS Corpus Christi, Texas, from 1999 to 2004. His leadership experience continued as Carrier Air Traffic Control Center (CATCC) Chief on the USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN from 2004 to 2007, and as Radar Branch Chief at Naval Base Ventura County from 2007 to 2009.
Professional Development and Certifications
Gary Friudenberg is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). This certification reflects his commitment to professional development and his expertise in project management principles. His educational background, combined with his military and industry experience, provides him with a solid foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of his roles.