MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota – July 14, 2026 — Renovo Automation, a next-generation operational technology (OT) software company delivering modern SCADA solutions for utilities and critical infrastructure, announces the appointment of Brad Irwin as President, effective July 13, 2026. He succeeds Bahman Hoveida in the acting President role, who will continue to serve as Chairman of Renovo Automation and CEO of Accurant Energy Holdings, the parent company of Renovo Automation.

Brad brings more than two decades of leadership and operational experience in automation software, industrial technology, engineering, and manufacturing, with a proven track record of delivering complex solutions to utilities and infrastructure operators. Before joining Renovo Automation, he was Vice President of the Distribution Design business unit at SBS, where he led growth initiatives, expanded market presence, and formalized a Customer Success practice for utility customers across the sector. Prior to SBS, he spent over 14 years at Open Systems International/AspenTech in various senior development and management roles, developing and deploying advanced automation and distribution management software. He has extensive experience building high-performing teams, scaling organizations, and driving customer-focused innovation across global markets.

“The utility industry is in the early stages of one of the most transformative periods in its history,” Brad said. “Demand for electricity shows no signs of slowing, while customer expectations for reliability, resilience, and affordability are higher than ever. Utilities need trusted technology partners that can help them evolve and modernize their infrastructure with confidence. I’m excited to join the exceptional team at Renovo and build upon the company’s strong foundation. Renovo’s next-generation SCADA platform is uniquely positioned to address the industry’s most complex operational challenges – all while ensuring security, simplicity, and scalability are central to our approach. The combination of deep utility expertise and innovative technologies enables us to help our customers deliver better outcomes for the millions of people who depend on them every day.”

In his new role, Brad will focus on expanding Renovo’s market presence, advancing product innovation, and strengthening customer partnerships. He will continue to build an employee-first culture grounded in providing exceptional customer service, collaboration, and technical excellence.

“Brad is a proven leader with the right combination of operational discipline, customer focus, and cultural alignment,” said Bahman Hoveida, Chairman of Renovo Automation. “His experience scaling organizations and delivering impactful solutions to critical infrastructure customers makes him an ideal choice to lead Renovo into its next phase of growth. We are confident he will help elevate our technology, our customer experience, and our position in the market.”

Brad holds a Bachelor of Science, Computer and Systems Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and brings decades of leadership experience in the automation and technology sectors.

About Renovo Automation
Renovo Automation, a subsidiary of Accurant Energy Holdings, delivers modern supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) solutions designed for utilities and critical infrastructure industries. The renovo™ platform is built on a secure, containerized, microservices-based architecture, providing a scalable, intuitive, and high-performance solution for real-time monitoring and control.

Renovo partners closely with customers from design through deployment and long-term support, delivering a simplified, future-ready approach to operational technology.

For more information, visit www.renovoautomation.com.

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