ERCOT said Jan. 23 it has increased its executive leadership team with four promotions.

The grid operator said the changes expand on the executive team’s “deep experience and knowledge … to proactively manage the complexities of a rapidly transforming electric grid.” They were effective Jan. 1.

“ERCOT requires focused, value-driven, timely, transformational changes to its tools, technology and processes,” CEO Pablo Vegas said in a statement. “Transformation necessitates innovation, and these organizational changes will continue to position ERCOT as a leader in the electric industry.”

Those promoted are:

Jayapal “J.P.” Parakkuth, senior vice president and CIO, leading the IT group and supporting the development, delivery and operations of technology.

Venkat Tirupati, vice president of dev-ops and grid transformation, will manage technology innovation capabilities to address the complexities of a rapidly transforming grid.

Sean Taylor, senior vice president, CFO and chief risk officer, overseeing ERCOT’s financial health.

Adam Martinez, vice president of enterprise risk and strategy, with responsibility for the ISO’s Enterprise Risk Management program and ensuring strategic objectives are achieved.

The promotions boost ERCOT’s executive team to 14 members, with Vegas, five senior vice presidents and eight vice presidents.