CEO Corner

As we begin a new year, I find myself reflecting on a milestone that is both humbling and deeply meaningful. In December, I completed my 40th year at White River Valley Electric Cooperative. During this time, I have had the privilege of serving our membership in various capacities. I began by overseeing our engineering department, where I helped develop processes that saved our membership money and improved system reliability. In 1998, I was named the third CEO in WRVEC’s history and was given the opportunity to lead the organization. Throughout every role, I have taken pride in working for you and doing what is best for our membership.

Looking back, I am reminded that the people living in the communities we serve are at the heart of every decision we make. This area is my home. I grew up on WRVEC electric lines. Our members are my neighbors. And I am always in awe of the ways our members connect with their cooperative.

Member involvement has been the driving force behind every major accomplishment during my tenure. Your voices at annual meetings, your willingness to participate in new programs, your resilience during storms and outages, your attendance at Member Appreciation Days, and your commitment to be good neighbors in times of uncertainty have inspired me the most. Together, we have expanded services, strengthened reliability, and prepared our Cooperative for a future that looks very different from the one we knew 40 years ago.

Member participation is what makes WRVEC unique. Your involvement ensures that we remain strong, adaptable, and focused on the needs of the communities we serve. Whether it’s casting your vote in board elections, sharing feedback on new initiatives, or simply staying informed about cooperative programs, your engagement strengthens our mission.

As we begin this new year together, I hope you will join us in building on the foundation we have created – keeping reliability, innovation, and community service at the forefront as we move confidently into the years ahead.