Co-op Leaders Focus on Energizing Every Moment During Annual Event in Nashville

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Co-op Leaders Focus on Energizing Every Moment During Annual Event in Nashville 

[CO-OP HEADQUARTERS TOWN] – “Energizing Every Moment” was the theme of the 83^rd annual meeting of the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association, held Sunday, Nov. 17, through Tuesday, Nov. 19, in Nashville. [Name], [position at co-op], [Name], [position at co-op], and [Name], [position at co-op] represented [CO-OP NAME] at the event. 

They joined 350 electric cooperative leaders from across the state to learn about new developments in energy, policy and economic development, employee retention, workplace safety and more. Futurist Peter Leyden, former editor of Wired Magazine, provided a glimpse into the future as he discussed the intersection of artificial intelligence and energy. Congressman John Rose and his wife Chelsea discussed balancing life serving in public office while raising a family. The program concluded with an inspiring message from Tony Vitello, head coach of the University of Tennessee baseball team which won the national championship earlier this year.

Attendees of the two-day event were also able to participate in breakout sessions to dive deeper into topics like the history of electric cooperatives and the future of broadband.

“This annual event allows leaders to learn more about topics important to Tennessee,” said Mike Knotts, CEO of the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association. “This is a complex industry, and it is critical that co-op leaders be informed and updated on trends and new developments that will impact their communities and their co-ops.”

“Life is always changing, especially in the electric co-op world,” says [CO-OP MANAGER NAME, TITLE]. “It’s important to take a step back and recognize how we play a fundamental role in the everyday life of the people and places we serve. I appreciate our directors for taking time away from their families and business to help us better serve our cooperative and our communities.” 

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Electric cooperatives serve more than three million consumers and 72 percent of Tennessee. The Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association provides leadership, advocacy and support for the association’s 25 electric cooperatives and publishes The Tennessee Magazine, the state’s most widely circulated periodical. Visit tnelectric.org or tnmagazine.org to learn more.