Seven States President & CEO Presents at 2024 NRECA CEO Close-Up
January 9, 2024

Betsey Kirk McCall, Seven States’ President & CEO, recently attended the 2023 NRECA CEO Close-Up event in Phoenix, AZ, where she shared her experience as a leader of a cooperative that is building the Tennessee Valley’s grid of the future. 

This annual event is the premier conference for America’s electric cooperatives that attracts more than 800 co-op CEOs, GMs, and industry experts to share ideas and best practices. McCall spoke at a breakout session titled “Cooperatives Navigating Electric Avenue: Understanding New EV-related Loads” moderated by Jenna Denney, Electric Vehicle Strategy & Solutions Manager at NRECA. Other speakers in the session included Brian Heithoff, CEO, Trico Electric Cooperative, Inc. (Arizona) and Jessica Matlock, CEO, La Plata Electric Association, Inc. (Colorado).


Speakers discussed how the national power grid is rapidly evolving with the increasing deployment of distributed generation, controllable loads, and continued electrification. It was noted that the industry is quickly innovating in other ways, too, including in the areas of information technology, data analytics, robotics, remote sensors and other cutting-edge technology-based products and services for both electric utilities and
consumers.


McCall was pleased to see a number of Seven States members in attendance at the event, including Jennifer Brogdon of Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (UCEMC) and Keith Hayward of North East Mississippi Electric Power Association (NEMEPA).


National conferences like the NRECA CEO Close-Up allow Seven States an opportunity to learn how other cooperatives across America are handling industry changes while also sharing how an entity like Seven States can benefit large regions of the grid through shared resources, expertise, and relationships.

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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