Before leaving for vacation, most people focus on packing and travel plans, but preparing your home for electrical safety is just as important. Taking a few simple steps can help reduce the risk of fire, damage, or electrical issues while …Read More.
News Releases
Managers’ association grants scholarships to 10 Indiana students
Ten scholarships were awarded through the 2026 Indiana Electric Cooperatives Managers’ Association scholarship program. The $1,000 scholarships are presented annually to students whose parent is employed by or is a director of an Indiana electric cooperative. Scholarship recipients must be …Read More.
Stay safe around water and electricity
Summer means more time at pools, lakes, and rivers, but with that comes a risk many people don’t think about — electricity around water. Whether at home or on a boat, electrical safety should always be part of your plans. …Read More.
Enhance safety in your home and workplace during National Electrical Safety Month
May is National Electrical Safety Month, a time to raise awareness about electrical hazards and the steps individuals can take to reduce the risk of injury or death at home and in the workplace. Electricity is a vital part of …Read More.
Fearon Named Program Manager
IEC named Matt Fearon program manager of safety, training, and workforce development. In this role, he will support the safety, training, and workforce development department by coordinating and standardizing program operations, managing learning and compliance systems, and ensuring efficient, consistent …Read More.
Lock Named REAP Director
IEC named Adam Lock the apprenticeship training program director. In this role, he will provide leadership and stewardship over the Rural Electric Apprenticeship Program (REAP) by integrating technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and hands-on instruction to develop competent safety-focused utility professionals. …Read More.
Strait Promoted to Senior Regulatory Consultant
IEC promoted Becky Strait to senior regulatory consultant. Strait joined IEC’s regulatory compliance team in 2021, bringing with her almost 25 years of electric utility safety and compliance experience. Before joining IEC, she worked in safety and compliance roles at …Read More.
Jones Promoted to Director of Regulatory Strategy and Compliance
Indiana Electric Cooperatives promoted Marty Jones to director of regulatory strategy and compliance. In this role, he will provide strategic leadership and oversight for member cooperatives’ regulatory compliance programs. He will set the long-term vision, establish standards of excellence, and …Read More.
Gearld Promoted to Director of Safety, Training, and Workforce Development
Indiana Electric Cooperatives promoted Chris Gearld to director of safety, training, and workforce development. In this role, he will provide strategic leadership and vision for IEC’s safety, training, and risk mitigation programs. He will oversee the development, modernization, and delivery …Read More.
Be mindful when driving through work zones
Work zones remain some of the most dangerous areas on the road. According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, 269 people have died in work zone crashes in the past 10 years. In 2023 alone, 33 people were killed and …Read More.