Mason Withers

Principal Consultant

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Mason Withers is a Principal Consultant at GridSME, joining the team through his independent consulting firm, PyroRisk, Inc. With more than 15 years of experience in the utility industry, Mason is a recognized leader in wildfire risk mitigation, quantitative risk analysis, and electric reliability strategy. Prior to launching PyroRisk, Mason held senior roles at San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), Sempra, KPMG, and most recently, Filsinger Energy Partners (FEP), where he served as Senior Director. At SDG&E, Mason played a key role in the development of one of the industry’s leading utility wildfire risk mitigation programs.


Mason brings deep expertise in risk modeling, engineering, regulatory strategy, and the development of innovative tools and methodologies for utility wildfire risk assessment. He is also experienced in supporting proceedings and regulatory filings, ensuring that technical solutions align with policy objectives and compliance standards. At GridSME, Mason supports projects such as the Cleco Wildfire Mitigation Plan and contributes to broader efforts to advance electric reliability and wildfire resilience for utilities across the country.