Chuck Bowlin: Valley Innovation Ambassador
June 5, 2023

With 32 years of experience in the industry, Chuck Bowlin is no stranger to technological innovation. Since assuming the role of President and CEO of Greeneville Energy Authority in 2020, Chuck has put his experience with innovation to work for his customers.

“Offering broadband has been the biggest thing we’ve tackled since I started in my current role and we should be able to begin offering broadband services by late summer. We wanted to position ourselves to be able to apply for grants, and we received one for the western part of our county for over $8 million. We believe there are strong opportunities for other grants for our service area as well. For many years, we have had a proactive capital plan for our electric system that has added and upgraded delivery and distribution substations, and we’re continually upgrading lines and other facets along the way. Being proactive in upgrading our electric system is the key to advancement in other areas.”

With all the changes taking place in his LPC’s footprint, Chuck wants his customers to know that Greenville Electric Authority is looking out for their interests.

“I want my customers to be happy with what they’re getting. We have their backs, we have their best interests at heart, and we’re going to do what we think is best for them. We want good value for what they’re getting. We want to be competitive, we want to provide excellent reliability, and we want to meet their needs with services that will truly benefit them.”

Chuck credits Seven States as being a valuable partner for Greeneville Energy Authority as the needs of his customer base continue to evolve.

“We partnered with Seven States to install several EV chargers that we hope will be completed in the next few months. We are also excited for what Seven States is working on regarding middle mile fiber. Having Seven States as a resource to bounce things off of is helpful as well.”

With the rapid advancement of innovation in his LPC’s footprint, Chuck’s advice to future leaders is to lean into their team’s abilities.

“Don’t underestimate your people—they can do more than they even think they can. Give your team a goal and let them go with it. With your leadership, they will step up to that bar. If you give them what they need to succeed and challenge them, they’ll do it and surpass all expectations.”

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Here We Grow Again! Seven States Welcomes Kim Shumpert as VP of Public Relations

By Jessica Bradshaw • June 9, 2025
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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