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Meet our people in Houston: Max Babka

Published on 27 Apr 2026

In this episode of our Meet our People series, we hear from Max Babka, US Power Analyst and Virginia Tech alumnus, based in Houston.

From studying computer science to building analytics that support trading decisions in one of the world's most complex power markets, Max's journey reflects the blend of technical expertise and commercial thinking that defines our teams.

His role focuses on the ERCOT market, where he develops tools and models that support both short term trading and long-term origination. Whether it is automating processes that save hours of work or building systems that help traders make faster, more informed decisions, the impact is immediate and measurable.

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