Biography
Daniella Piper is the Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer at the New York Power Authority, where she drives NYPA’s corporate strategy, leads advanced nuclear development, and accelerates an innovation agenda aimed at boosting operational performance, advancing decarbonization, and transforming the state’s energy grid. With more than 18 years of leadership across operations and strategic transformation, Daniella has steered NYPA’s flagship Niagara Power Project and propelled major statewide infrastructure and technology initiatives. A licensed professional engineer with advanced degrees in electrical engineering and construction management—and a graduate of Harvard Business School’s Advanced Management Program—Daniella also amplifies industry progress through her service on boards that support research, executive education, and workforce development.
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