With over 45 years of experience in electric power engineering, consulting, and management, Brian Trager has played a key role in advancing global power distribution. He earned his B.S. and M.Eng. in Electric Power Engineering from RPI and later completed an MBA at the University of Pittsburgh, blending technical expertise with business leadership. Throughout his career, he has held engineering and leadership positions at American Electric Power, Cooper Power Systems, and Fisher-Pierce, spending 30 years as Director, Technology & International at Hendrix Wire and Cable.
Brian’s expertise in power line specification, design, construction, and management has shaped critical infrastructure projects worldwide. He has worked on international electrification initiatives funded by organizations such as USAID, ADB, and JBIC, bringing high-reliability power distribution solutions to seven continents. A recognized industry thought leader, Brian has authored over 75 technical papers and articles for IEEE and other global organizations. He has also shared his knowledge through teaching roles at Ohio State University, West Virginia University, and Penn State, as well as specialized training for utility clients. For over 30 years, his work has focused on Aerial Covered Conductor Systems, and he continues to serve the industry in a consulting capacity, guiding utilities toward more reliable and efficient transmission solutions.
