Mark Diggs
About Mark Diggs
Mark Diggs serves as the Director of Enterprise NERC Compliance Management at American Electric Power, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in various roles within the company, contributing to compliance and financial analysis since 2002.
Work at American Electric Power
Mark Diggs has held multiple positions at American Electric Power (AEP) over a span of nearly two decades. He currently serves as the Director of Enterprise NERC Compliance Management, a role he has held since 2021. Prior to this, he was the Director of Enterprise NERC Strategic Initiatives from 2019. His earlier roles at AEP include Manager of Financial Analysis, Manager of Generation Forecasting, and Reliability Standards Compliance Manager. Diggs has also worked as Manager of Market Operations Support and Manager of RTO Compliance. His extensive experience at AEP has contributed to his expertise in compliance management and strategic initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Mark Diggs earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from the University of Notre Dame, where he studied from 1987 to 1991. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Strategy and Finance from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, completing his studies from 1999 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in compliance management and strategic initiatives within the energy sector.
Background
Mark Diggs has a long-standing career in the energy industry, primarily with American Electric Power. His tenure at AEP began in 2002, and he has progressed through various managerial and director-level positions. His roles have encompassed financial analysis, forecasting, compliance management, and strategic initiatives. This trajectory reflects his commitment to the energy sector and his ability to adapt to evolving industry standards and practices.
Achievements
Throughout his career at American Electric Power, Mark Diggs has contributed to various compliance and strategic initiatives. His leadership in roles such as Director of Enterprise NERC Compliance Management and Director of Enterprise NERC Strategic Initiatives has positioned him as a key figure in ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. His experience in financial analysis and market operations further enhances his capability to drive compliance and strategic objectives within the organization.