Join Erik Helland, Commissioner at the Iowa Utility Commission, Jason Wild, CEO of Wild Innovation & Strategy Excellence, and Mike Smith, Principal at KLN Group, as they delve into the challenges utilities face in keeping pace with Big Tech. They discuss the stark contrast in R&D spending, the cultural hurdles that stifle innovation, and the importance of treating data as a valuable asset. The trio highlights how human behavior impacts technology adoption and the delicate balance between operational excellence and the need for transformative change.