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NRECAResourceGuideAdvocate. Convener. Strategic Partner.
As changes in policy, technology, member engagementand workforce continue to challenge our daily operations,it’s never been more important for electric cooperativesto work together to develop solutions that will ensure ourcommunities thrive.NRECA works with you to achieve your goals.We are an advocate on the political and public policy issuesthat matter to your business.We are a convener, facilitating the exchange of informationand leading practices among the co-op community andindustry experts.And we are a strategic partner that provides you with theresources you need to achieve your co-op’s strategic vision.Jim MathesonChief Executive Officer703-907-5540Jim@nreca.coopJeffrey ConnorChief Operating Officer703-907-5820Jeffrey.Connor@nreca.coop1
What We DoOUTREACH& ADVOCACYWe work to promote and empowerelectric co-ops and champion thecooperative business model.POLITICAL AND POLICY ADVOCACY to achievelegislative and regulatory outcomes that positively impactco-ops and communities. Lobbying Grassroots and coalition network Co-ops Vote ACRE federal political action committee Youth TourKEY CONTACT: L ouis FinkelSenior Vice PresidentGovernment GIC COMMUNICATIONS to build stakeholderunderstanding of co-op issues and advocate policy priorities. Media Relations Digital communications and social media Advertising and marketing Member communications supportKEY CONTACT: S cott PetersonSenior Vice 3-907-55532
What We DoWORKFORCEDEVELOPMENTWe help the cooperative workforcethrive in the evolving business andenergy landscape.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT opportunities specificallytailored to the needs of electric co-ops. Conferences, meetings and webinars Planning tools Leadership competencies and development Certificate programs On-site and online education and trainingKEY CONTACT: T racey SteinerSenior Vice PresidentEducation and Training Tracey.Steiner@nreca.coop703-907-5847WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS to help co-ops plan for futureworkforce needs. Co-op recruiting resources Veterans initiative Mentoring program Organizational assessment tools Succession planningKEY CONTACT: M ichele RinnSenior Vice PresidentHuman Resources,Michele.Rinn@nreca.coop703-907-59993
What We DoOPERATIONAL& BUSINESSSTRATEGIESNRECA helps America’s electric co-opsoperate, optimize and transformtheir systems and relationships withconsumer-members.BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY research, insightsand solutions. Cybersecurity, broadband and distributed energyresources programs Economic and market analyses Resiliency and reliability resources Transmission and distribution resources Energy Access for All program Millions of dollars in grant-funded research thatbenefits co-opsKEY CONTACT: J im SpiersSenior Vice PresidentBusiness & Technology ING SERVICES helping you strategically alignyour technology, people and processes. Workforce and talent strategies Technology management Governance and leadership strategies Market research Business optimization RESAP safety training programs and resourcesKEY CONTACTS: Ginny BeaucheminManaging DirectorConsulting ServicesGinny.Beauchemin@nreca.coop703-907-5744Bud BranhamDirector of Safety .4
.cont’dELECTRIC COOPERATIVE LEGAL RESOURCESassist with the many legal issues facing your cooperative. Electric Cooperative Bar Association Monthly legal publications and annual legal seminars National legal updates Legal research and documents on issues unique toelectric cooperatives Sample legal documentsKEY CONTACT: T y ThompsonVice President and Deputy General Counselfor Director and Member Legal -MEMBER ENGAGEMENT that positionsyour co-op to effectively meet the evolving needs andexpectations of consumer-members. Young adult member engagement initiative Lexicon project Reputation managementKEY CONTACT: Holly WetzelSenior DirectorMarketing and Member TRATEGIC BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPSwith co-ops and industry partners. Discounts on business products andservices through the National DiscountsProgram (NDP) Directory of Associate Members,searchable by products and servicesKEY CONTACTS: Charleen Tzou (Contact for NDP)Senior ManagerStrategic Sourcing & y Pat Paris(Contact for Directoryof Associate Members)Vice -907-5887WORKING WITH DEVELOPINGCOUNTRIES and NRECA members tobring electricity to remote communities. NRECA InternationalKEY CONTACT: D an WaddleSenior Vice PresidentNRECA InternationalDan.Waddle@nreca.coop703-907-56695
What We DoEMPLOYEEBENEFITSNRECA provides comprehensive andcost-effective multiple-employer benefitprograms to support electric co-opefforts to attract, retain and ultimatelyreward the skilled workforce that iscritical to achieving their mission.401(K) PENSION PLAN: The defined contribution401(k) Pension Plan provides co-op employees a vehicle forretirement savings with a competitive fee structure.RETIREMENT SECURITY PLAN: The defined benefitRetirement Security Plan manages over 9 billion in assetsthat represents retirement income for thousands of co-opemployees and their families.PERSONAL INVESTMENT & RETIREMENTCONSULTING: The PIRC team provides financial educationand services exclusively to employees of co-ops who participatein the NRECA-sponsored retirement plans.KEY CONTACT: PIRC@nreca.coop866-673-2299 (option 6)GROUP BENEFITS PROGRAM: NRECA offers medicalplans with prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance anddisability benefit plans in addition to a well-being program.HOW TO CONTACTAll co-ops are assigned a dedicated field representative toassist with your co-op’s benefit plan questions. Co-ops canalso reach out to us via the Member Contact Center whichhas representatives available Monday through Friday, 7a.m.to 7p.m., CT and can be reached by calling 866-673-2299.HOMESTEAD FUNDS is a mutual fund company built for cooperatives by cooperatives. High-quality, affordable investment products Financial planning guidance for both individuals and cooperatives Open to the public – everyone can investKEY CONTACT: M ark SanteroPresident & sting in mutual funds involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. RE Investment Corporation, located at 4301 Wilson Boulevard,Arlington, VA 22203, is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of NRECA, and serves as distributor for the Homestead Funds. 08/206
How We Can HelpVisit cooperative.com/value to access actionable resources thataddress some of your most pressing issues, including: Cybersecurity Cooperative governance Safety Political advocacy Consumer memberengagement Reducing operational costs Broadband Distributed energy resources Employee development andsuccession planning Rate structure andcommunicationCONTACT USTalk to NRECA ExpertsOur comprehensive staff directory on cooperative.com is designed to help you get in touch with subjectmatter experts at NRECA should you want to reach outto us with your suggestions or questions. Access thedirectory online at cooperative.com/contacts.Contact Member Services for: Annual dues calculations and invoicing Applications for membership Accurate records for your co-op’s leadershipand board Voting delegate certificationKEY CONTACT: Brandon HensleySenior -5930Stay in Touchcooperative.com4301 Wilson Blvd.Arlington, VA agram.com/electriccoops7
NRECA provides comprehensive and cost-effective multiple-employer benefit programs to support electric co-op efforts to attract, retain and ultimately reward the skilled workforce that is critical to ac
