Hong Ablack
About Hong Ablack
Hong Ablack is the Manager of Asset Management Analysis & Strategy at CenterPoint Energy, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in asset management and control systems, having worked in various roles at CenterPoint Energy and Jacobs over a career spanning more than two decades.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Hong Ablack has been with CenterPoint Energy since 1999, holding various positions over the years. Currently, he serves as the Manager of Asset Management Analysis & Strategy, a role he has occupied since 2018. Prior to this position, he worked as the Manager of Policy & Compliance from 2014 to 2018, and as the Manager of IG ADMS Control Systems from 2012 to 2014. His earlier experience at CenterPoint includes roles as a Control Systems Senior Engineer from 1999 to 2006 and as a Control Systems Staff Engineer from 2009 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Hong Ablack earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Houston Baptist University, completing his studies from 2000 to 2003. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Houston, which he obtained from 1994 to 1998. His educational background supports his expertise in asset management and control systems within the energy sector.
Background
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Hong Ablack worked at Jacobs as a Senior Consultant from 2006 to 2009. His career at CenterPoint Energy spans multiple roles and responsibilities, showcasing his extensive experience in the energy industry. His work has included significant contributions to control systems engineering and asset management strategies.
Professional Experience Timeline
Hong Ablack's professional journey includes a progression of roles at CenterPoint Energy, starting as a Control Systems Senior Engineer from 1999 to 2006, followed by positions as Control Systems Staff Engineer (2009-2012), Manager of IG ADMS Control Systems (2012-2014), and Manager of Policy & Compliance (2014-2018). His current role as Manager of Asset Management Analysis & Strategy has been held since 2018.