Bascom will lean on her deep expertise at the intersection of consumers, technology and the regulated energy sector to lead market development and marketing strategy for Uplight. As a current SEPA board member and the outgoing VP of Regulated Business at the electrification company SPAN, Bascom has an innovative view of where the energy industry is headed and a track record of accelerating impact. Her experience as the Head of Energy Partnerships at Google Nest helped to establish smart thermostats and residential demand response programs at scale, improving customer relationships and grid resiliency. Previously, Bascom also spent time at Pacific Gas and Electric Company and in utility consulting.