Wil Smith is the Regional Manager for India & Southeast Asia at EPRI, where he serves as the primary relationship manager for EPRI’s members across the region, focusing on delivering cutting-edge research, technology, and services. In this role, Wil is also responsible for developing strategic partnerships and identifying collaborative opportunities with regional stakeholders, including industry, government entities, multilateral development organizations to advance innovation in the power sector.Prior to this, Wil served as International Affairs Lead within EPRI’s Government & External Affairs team, where he managed high-profile global engagement efforts and cultivated partnerships with international organizations, government agencies, and NGOs. His work included leading EPRI’s participation in major international forums, such as the UN COP conferences, and supporting policy dialogues that shape the future of energy research and innovation.In 2024, Wil was appointed as a member of the U.S. Department of Commerce's Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee, where he advises on strategies to enhance the competitiveness of U.S. energy technologies in global markets.Wil holds a Master of Science in Energy and Climate Policy from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations.