Celebrating You
Happy Public Power Week and Co-op Month!
This Public Power Week, Oct. 4–10, and throughout October for National Co-op Month, we celebrate local ownership — putting people over profits, investing back into communities, and improving quality of life across the Valley. We at TVPPA are proud to serve you!
Conference
Accounting & Finance Conference
Join us Oct. 21-23 in Huntsville, AL, to dive into best practices, new rules, and resources in accounting and finance.
Conference
Utility Customer Experience Conference
Join us in vibrant Florence, AL, Nov. 4-6 at the newly renovated Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa for TVPPA's Utility Customer Experience (UCX) Conference, featuring strategies, tools, and community to help you turn every customer touchpoint into a win.
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Upcoming Events
Course
Oct
05
- Oct 08
Foreman Academy Track 3
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and...
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Oct
05
- Oct 08
Course
Oct
05
- Oct 09
Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
This comprehensive exam is the final step in completing the TVPPA Lineman Apprenticeship Program (Legacy, Millennial, and Revised Editions). It includes written and field skills elements exam. In o...
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Oct
05
- Oct 09
Course
Oct
05
- Oct 08
Fiber Installation Lab
This 3-day lab will teach students the installation process of running fiber into a home or business. Students will also learn about different ONTs and systems they might use to assist with install...
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Oct
05
- Oct 08
Course
Oct
05
- Oct 08
Lineworker Apprenticeship Unit 1 (Instructor Led)
Within a classroom setting this is the first of four modules. Students will receive a hard-copy workbook in class. Tests will be administered by the instructor. Students will be required to pass ea...
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Oct
05
- Oct 08
Course
Oct
06
- Oct 08
Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
The purpose of this training is to insure the safe and responsible operation of a Digger Derrick truck. With this training the intended outcome is for all those that are using these devices acquire...
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Oct
06
- Oct 08
Course
Oct
06
- Oct 08
Line Design and Staking Level 4
In the final Level 4 course, students focus on line design efficiency, reliability and the aging power infrastructure. Students learn about mechanical loading for multi-circuits, learn about commer...
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Oct
06
- Oct 08
Course
Oct
12
- Oct 16
Short-Circuit Analysis: Advanced Concepts
This course covers all elements of determining short-circuit values, including the construction of one-line & impedance diagrams, working with per-unit quantities, symmetrical components, sequence...
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Oct
12
- Oct 16
Course
Oct
12
ABC`s of Electrical Systems
This course provides a basic survey of electric utility operations, from generation at the
power plant to distribution to the end-use customer. Topics covered include methods of
generation, high vo...
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power plant to distribution to the end-use customer. Topics covered include methods of
generation, high vo...
Oct
12
Course
Oct
12
- Oct 15
Foreman Academy Track 2
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and...
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Oct
12
- Oct 15
Course
Oct
13
- Oct 15
Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
The purpose of this training is to insure the safe and responsible operation of a Digger Derrick truck. With this training the intended outcome is for all those that are using these devices acquire...
Learn More
Oct
13
- Oct 15
Course
Oct
13
- Oct 14
Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
The purpose of this training is to insure the safe and responsible operation of a Digger Derrick truck. With this training the intended outcome is for all those that are using these devices acquire...
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Oct
13
- Oct 14
Course
Oct
13
- Oct 14
Strategy Execution
Utility Business Strategy is two days of instruction and discussion about business models. It will help participants develop a philosophy of management for either a cooperative or municipal busine...
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Oct
13
- Oct 14
Course
Oct
13
- Oct 15
Advanced Lineworker Phase 4
This 3 day class looks at the operations of protective devices and how they would function in an emergency situation. You will also learn how to isolate faulted segments of line so that power is re...
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Oct
13
- Oct 15
Course
Oct
14
Selling Utility Services
Today, utility customers are looking for more than kWs and meter readings from their utility. In our increasingly complex world, local utilities must support complicated customer relationships and...
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Oct
14
Course
Oct
15
- Oct 16
OSHA 30 Hr. Card (Part 1)
The 30-Hour OSHA Outreach Training Program for General Industry is divided into two sessions. Part 1 covers the following topics. Introduction to OSHA, Managing Safety and Health, Walking and Worki...
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Oct
15
- Oct 16
Course
Oct
15
- Oct 16
Communicating Effectively with Utility Customers
This course uses group activities to help you learn and grow as a communicator in various situations. The emphasis is placed on creating and recognizing the time to create a memorable experience fo...
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Oct
15
- Oct 16
Meetings
Oct
15
WDMA Meeting
The Western District Managers Association meets on the third Thursday of every month from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM CT at the Jackson Energy Authority training center.
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Oct
15
Course
Oct
19
- Oct 23
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given...
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Oct
19
- Oct 23
Course
Oct
19
- Oct 23
Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
This comprehensive exam is the final step in completing the TVPPA Lineman Apprenticeship Program (Legacy, Millennial, and Revised Editions). It includes written and field skills elements exam. In o...
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Oct
19
- Oct 23
Course
Oct
19
- Oct 21
Foreman Academy Track 1
This four day-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders...
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Oct
19
- Oct 21
Course
Oct
19
- Oct 21
Electrical Safety
Electrical Safety provides a comprehensive understanding of theory and industry best practices to ensure personnel safety when dealing with electric power lines and substations. Students review saf...
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Oct
19
- Oct 21
Course
Oct
20
- Oct 22
Advanced Lineworker Phase 1
Phase 1 topics include distribution cover-up, personal protective grounding, regulators, capacitor safety, wood pole inspection, electric fundamentals for lineman, transformers information for line...
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Oct
20
- Oct 22
Course
Oct
20
- Oct 22
Advanced Lineworker Phase 4
This 3 day class looks at the operations of protective devices and how they would function in an emergency situation. You will also learn how to isolate faulted segments of line so that power is re...
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Oct
20
- Oct 22
Course
Oct
20
- Oct 21
Understanding Human Resources
During this 2 day course participants will explore utility-specific Management/Supervision and resource management. As well as personnel practices including Management/Supervision and behavior, emp...
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Oct
20
- Oct 21
Conference
Oct
21
- Oct 23
Utility Accounting & Finance Conference
TVPPA’s Accounting & Finance Conference is the premier annual event for utility accounting and finance professionals across the Tennessee Valley. Designed for those who manage the ess...
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Oct
21
- Oct 23
Course
Oct
26
- Oct 29
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given...
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Oct
26
- Oct 29
Course
Oct
26
- Oct 30
Protective Relaying Lab
This 5-day lab covers the following: Basic relay co-ordination, Zones of Protection, Relay testing and programming of Schweitzer 351, Standard Electromechanical Relay, Dispatcher Training, Operati...
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Oct
26
- Oct 30
Course
Oct
27
- Oct 29
Advanced Lineworker Phase 5
This is the final class in the overall completion of the Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training. This 3 day class discusses pad mounted transformers and switching cabinets, and “live front&...
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Oct
27
- Oct 29
Course
Oct
27
- Oct 28
Interpersonal Supervisory Skills III
This course is the last of five core curriculum classes needed in order to receive a CPSv certification. During this 2 day class you will build on the principles and techniques learned in Interpers...
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Oct
27
- Oct 28
Course
Oct
28
- Oct 29
Strategic Planning and Organizational Development
Changing management, leadership development and ensuring that you are aligning the HR department with the overall goals of the organization will be outlined. During this 2 day class you will learn...
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Oct
28
- Oct 29
Course
Oct
28
- Oct 29
The Fundamentals of Employment Law
This 2 day course addresses significant employment law issues including such vital areas as policies, procedures, principles, and management practices. You will learn a step-by-step approach on how...
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Oct
28
- Oct 29
Course
Oct
29
Making Performance Appraisals Matter
Many managers find performance appraisals to be one of the most dreaded responsibilities of their position. They find that reviews are done more out of routine than for growth and improvement. If n...
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Oct
29
Course
Nov
02
- Nov 06
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, ins...
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Nov
02
- Nov 06
Course
Nov
03
- Nov 05
System Reliability for Line Design
For electric utilities, the only aspect of design and engineering more important than reliability is safety. Safety is of utmost importance and, for this reason, all four levels of the Line Desig...
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Nov
03
- Nov 05
Conference
Nov
04
- Nov 06
Utility Customer Experience Conference
TVPPA’s Customer Experience (CX) Conference brings together electric utility professionals in customer service, communications, marketing, and public relations to dive into customer...
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Nov
04
- Nov 06
Course
Nov
04
Selling Utility Services
Today, utility customers are looking for more than kWs and meter readings from their utility. In our increasingly complex world, local utilities must support complicated customer relationships and...
Learn More
Nov
04
Course
Nov
09
- Nov 12
Foreman Academy Track 3
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and...
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Nov
09
- Nov 12
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Latest News
Welcome New Leaders
TVPPA member systems power the future! The men and women who lead these vital organizations bring insight and expertise that shape the future of energy while providing reliable, resilient, and affordable power that turns the wheels of enterprise in our region.
Meet the Local Power Company leaders, who are driving innovation and collaboration to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Click the link below to explore our full membership roster.
The City of Holly Springs, Miss., named Paul Michael to lead its Utility Department following a TVPPA-assisted executive search. Michael assumes the role of General Manager on Sept. 21, 2026.
Dave Cross was selected to lead LaFollette Utilities Board in LaFollette, Tenn., following a TVPPA-assisted executive search. Cross officially took the lead at LUB on August 3, 2026.
Etowah Utilities welcomed Ricky de Aragon as its new General Manager following the retirement of Harold Masengil on July 3, 2026.
Jack Baxter assumed the role of Interim President/CEO at Columbia Power & Water Systems effective June 2026.
Brian Childers assumed the role of President and CEO at North Georgia Electric Membership Corporation effective May 12, 2026.
The Morristown Utilities Board of Commissioners announced the appointment of Brandon Stubblefield as the utility’s new General Manager as of May 7, 2026.
Jesse Dotson was promoted to General Manager of the City of Dayton Electric Department in March 2026. Dotson brings 19 years of experience with the city government to his role.
Areas We Serve
TVPPA represents the 153 municipal and cooperative power companies that serve over 10 million people in the seven-state TVA service area, which includes parts of Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
We help empower these consumer-owned power companies by providing resources and solutions that enhance their operations and help deliver resilient, reliable, low-cost energy to the communities they serve.
What Members Are Saying
"It was valuable to hear about the emerging trends shaping our industry at the Utility HR Management Conference, and I appreciated being able to bring some of those insights back to Caney Fork Electric and share them with coworkers, sparking some great conversations.”
Layla Walker
Staff Administrative Assistant, Caney Fork Electric Cooperative
"As an introverted person, it is not easy to come out of my shell in environments I am unfamiliar with, surrounded by people I do not know. However, the shared commonalities of all our roles helped me feel comfortable participating in discussions during the Administrative Professional Program. I absolutely love that this class was created with a focus on our profession and industry."
Angela Leon
Administrative Coordinator, Jackson Energy Authority
"The instructors’ depth of knowledge in the Certified Safety Coordinator program amazed me—anyone working in safety can learn something valuable from each one of them. I learned that every individual is actually a safety employee; it’s everyone’s responsibility to stay focused on safety."
Brandon Campbell
Safety Environmental and Facilities Coordinator, City of Elizabethton Electric Department
“TVPPA's Annual Conference always provides perspective and insights about industry trends and challenges, organizational leadership, and other useful topics that broaden my horizon."
Mark Iverson
General Manager, Bowling Green Municipal Utilities
“My time spent networking at conferences and events with others who are passionate about public power is very beneficial!"
Jarrod Brackett
General Manager & CEO, Fort Loudoun Electric Cooperative
"This Certified Safety Coordinator program was monumental for me, being new to utility safety. Taking the real-world experiences from the instructors and other attendees and applying them to our co-op was really beneficial."
Cody McDonald
Safety & Environmental Compliance Manager, Joe Wheeler EMC
"The thing I appreciate most about TVPPA is just the willingness to help. If we need something, TVPPA staff are the first people that we call to ask, if it’s something large. And if they don’t have an answer, they’re getting us an answer and that’s what I appreciate most."
Mary McDuffa
General Manager, Florence Electricity Department
"TVPPA came through at a critical juncture, not only in our industry, but in our country. They helped us work around the supply chain issues that every industry seemed to be having at that moment. TVPPA’s fleet discount can save LPCs a considerable amount of money on a truck; if you’re not using that, you’re leaving money on the table.”
Shawn Edmondson
General Manager, Natchez Trace Electric Power Association
"Finding a new general manager, it’s a pretty big deal. Not only did we need someone advising us who understood the search process, but also someone who knows the importance of recruiting great candidates and learning about their management style. TVPPA's executive search helped us ask the right questions and set us up for success."
Jeff Mathews
Human Resources Manager, Winchester Utility System
"The best part of the Certified Utility Human Resources program was the friendships and relationships I built. Everybody wants you to succeed, and they’re willing to help you in any way that they can.”
Dwan Garrett
Human Resources Associate, Rockwood Electric Utility