Industry Expert Joins Growing Team at Seven States Power Corporation
July 22, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee – July 22, 2022 – Seven States Power Corporation will welcome BJ Bernard, an information technology specialist with nearly 25 years of industry experience, to its growing team on Monday, July 25, 2022. Bernard will serve as Director of Technology Alignment, a new role announced earlier this year to provide additional technical and project management support for the organization’s expanding portfolio of products and services.

Bernard joins Seven States from Duck River Electric Membership Corporation (“DREMC”), an electric cooperative based in Shelbyville, TN, where he most recently served as Director of Broadband Development.

This is the third new hire for Seven States in 2022. In just over a year, Seven States has doubled in staff size and has become a trusted energy and technology solutions provider for the 153 member-owner local power companies (“LPCs”) in the Tennessee Valley.

“LPCs across the Tennessee Valley consistently partner with Seven States to help them design, develop, and deploy new technologies because of our experts like BJ who serve as an extension of our member-owners’ resources,” said Betsey Kirk McCall, President and CEO of Seven States Power Corporation. “I am thrilled about the strong team we are building which will benefit our member-owner LPCs, and the customers they serve.”

Bernard began his career at Northeast Louisiana Power Cooperative as an electrical engineering technician. He later became manager of information technology at Dickson Electric System where he was accountable for the utility’s IT system, cyber and physical security, and fiber optic network. He joined DREMC in 2018 as manager of information technology and was promoted to director of Broadband Development in May 2021.

Bernard is a graduate of Nashville State Community College with a professional certification in cybersecurity.

“I am excited to join the professionals at Seven States who serve the Tennessee Valley with an eye toward the future, said BJ Bernard, Director of Technology Alignment . “It’s an honor to be a part of this impactful organization.”

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Seven States Power Corporation is pleased to announce the appointment of Kim Shumpert as Vice President of Public Relations. Shumpert brings over two decades of experience in growing the capacity and impact of multiple organizations within both the public and private sectors. With both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Public Administration, Shumpert brings a distinguished background in executive leadership, having guided regional economic development initiatives and directed comprehensive communication strategies across diverse platforms. Her experience includes successfully managing media relations and fostering strong partnerships. In her new role as Vice President of Public Relations, Shumpert will spearhead efforts to increase the organization’s impact, deepen stakeholder engagement, and advance the mission of empowering LPCs to meet growing consumer demand for technology and innovation in an evolving utility landscape. “We are thrilled to welcome Kim to our team,” said Betsey Kirk McCall, Seven States President & CEO. “Her proven ability to build meaningful relationships and communicate with purpose aligns perfectly with our vision for growth and engagement.” Shumpert joins Seven States at a pivotal time in the energy industry. Her leadership will play a crucial role in supporting Seven States Power Corporation’s ongoing commitment to leveraging technology to design, develop, and deploy forward-thinking energy solutions in partnership with LPCs and the communities they serve.  Seven States Power Corporation is a trusted partner to 153 local power companies across the Tennessee Valley, delivering customized energy and generation solutions and supporting community success through technology and innovation. To stay up to date on Seven States projects, announcements, and news, subscribe to our newsletter .
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