Rajeev Aluru is serving as the Managing Director-Innovation and Analytics, where he is focused on helping clients with their digital transformation journey through data and insights-driven business innovation. He recently worked as Head of Operations Analytics at Calpine Corporation in Houston. His responsibilities included leading the value creation from data and positioning the company to use data as a strategic asset. Prior to that, he worked as Analytics and Strategic Growth Director for Duke Energy in digital transformation, big data focusing on customer analytics, and leading business transformation programs. He also held various engineering leadership positions in mid-sized aerospace and automotive industries. Rajeev also co-founded a digital Oil & Gas optimization firm by leveraging IoT and analytics focused on production optimization.
Rajeev serves as a reviewer for NSF (National Science Foundation) seed fund in the areas of energy, blockchain, and serves as an advisor for various start-up companies. Rajeev graduated with a PhD. in Engineering from Auburn University and Global MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School.
In his free time, he contributes his time to leading the Houston Chapter of EKAL (a global non-profit focused on village empowerment in India). He likes traveling across the world, meeting different people, and learning about different cultures.
Steve has over 30 years of experience in management and technology consulting, spanning strategy through implementation and execution. He has spent 20 years in energy/oil and gas, 10 years in financial services, and has also worked in various industries, like restaurants and construction. Prior to joining Smartbridge in 2020, Steve held executive leadership positions with NCG (as founder and CEO), Halliburton, SAIC, and Fidelity Investments. Steve has helped domestic and international companies like: Baker Hughes, Bank of America, BP, CenterPoint, Chevron, CNCP, Entergy, Equinor, Graniterock, JP Morgan Chase, PDO, OMV, Shell, United Way, and Yum Brands.
Steve is best described as a “player-coach” and understands the importance of empowering and mentoring individuals, leveraging the strength of the organization, and knowing when to follow vs. lead to obtain team goals and objectives. He is committed to the education of our next generation of professionals and supporting STEMs efforts in the Houston Metro Area.
Steve has a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Lander University.
