Utility Vegetation Management Pro Steve Hallmark Joins Iapetus Infrastructure Services

Hallmark brings valuable Transmission, Distribution and Arboriculture expertise to Houston energy and utility services firm

 Iapetus Holdings, LLC, a Houston-based privately held portfolio of energy and utility services companies focused on energy sustainability, efficiency, reliability and safety, announced it has signed on Steve Hallmark as Principal Advisor of operating company Iapetus Infrastructure Services.

An industry veteran, Steve Hallmark brings over 40 years of transmission and distribution experience in forestry and vegetation management. He recently served as subject matter expert for the California Governor’s Office Operational Observer pertaining wildfire mitigation efforts and Public Safety Power Shutoff activities. Prior, Hallmark acted as senior advisor for some of the nation’s leading utilities. He also led Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) teams in both the Transmission and Distribution Management program and Customer Services Operations.

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In 1994, the Utility Arborist Association leadership team asked Steve to chair a committee to evaluate the development of a professional credential that would complement the existing International Society of Arboriculture’s Certified Arborist program. The effort chaired by Hallmark resulted in the establishment of the Utility Arborist Specialist credential. it is considered a key utility vegetation management industry certification.

According to Tejpal Singh, COO of Iapetus, “Steve’s extensive knowledge and experience managing large scale utility vegetation management programs will provide Iapetus clients with immense value. He is, without a doubt, one of the most distinguished individuals in UVM (utility vegetation management). Steve has a wealth operational experience developing programs and preventing risks. He is a valuable addition to Iapetus’ diverse lens of professional problem solvers driving strategic solutions, innovation, and an entrepreneurial vision to power and energy companies.”

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In Hallmark’s words, “I look forward to sharing my leadership, knowledge and insights to deliver high quality services safely and efficiently to Iapetus customers. I am extremely excited to join this company due to its culture and fresh approach.”

Hallmark holds a B.S. degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in Forest Management, plus ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) certifications. Aside from playing an active leadership role throughout his career in multiple integrated vegetation management associations, Hallmark has also published articles in key publications.

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