Alan H. Richardson Joins Eka Systems Advisory Board

GERMANTOWN, Md., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Eka Systems, a global provider of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and Smart Grid solutions for electric, gas and water utilities, today announced that Alan Richardson has joined as Chairman of its Advisory Board.

Mr. Richardson recently concluded a 31-year career with the American Public Power Association (APPA) where he served as the Association's President and CEO for the last 12 years. The APPA is the national service organization that represents the interests of the nation's nearly 2,000 locally owned, publicly controlled electric utilities.

"Alan did a terrific job as CEO of the APPA, and we look forward to his contributions as the Chairman of our Advisory Board," said Prakash Chakravarthi, Eka Systems' President and CEO. "Like the APPA, Eka Systems is very focused on innovation and we think Alan's insights and experience will be very valuable in helping to guide our growth in the years ahead. Further, Eka Systems is keenly focused on bringing the value of AMI and Smart Grid to municipalities across the country."

"The development of smart distribution networks is essential if utilities are to meet the challenges of the 21st century," stated Alan Richardson. "Eka Systems has the technology and talent to help utilities create smart networks. I'm looking forward to working with Prakash and the Eka Systems team in applying their skills and solutions to help utilities prepare for the future."

Before joining the APPA, Alan was the Majority Counsel for the Committee on Rules in the U.S. House of Representatives and previously served as the Assistant to the Parliamentarian of the House. Alan was a Litigation Attorney at the U.S. Civil Service Commission earlier in his career.

About Eka Systems

Eka Systems is a global manufacturer and supplier of wireless, self- managing, self-healing Smart Network and Smart Grid networking solutions that provide unrestricted monitoring and control of customer water, electric and gas data; enabling utility companies to create efficient, flexible and highly scalable AMI, AMR, and Distribution Automation solutions while simultaneously enhancing overall customer satisfaction.

Eka's portfolio features EkaNet(TM) Smart Network which provides comprehensive security for a utility's entire network and its data. EkaNet Solutions scale easily, self-configure, and self-heal without burdensome installation and cost issues while managing themselves, thereby eliminating traditional IT management costs associated with smart metering. For more information please visit www.ekasystems.com.

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