One of the best parts of working at an electric cooperative is knowing that people always come first. Unlike other types of businesses, cooperatives are guided by the needs of our members and supported by a dedicated board and employees who make our service possible. That focus on people creates a workplace culture where education and growth are simply part of who we are.

Education, Training, and Information are among the seven Cooperative Principles that guide us every day. Ive seen firsthand how a commitment to learning strengthens every part of our cooperative. When employees gain new skills, they bring that knowledge back to better serve our members. When our board members continue to learn, they make thoughtful decisions that help shape our future. And when our members and community are informed, it builds safety, trust, and stronger connections.

Our work is meaningful because every role connects to something bigger providing an essential service to you, our members. Whether restoring power after a storm or answering your call in the office, our employees know their efforts matter. That sense of purpose is powerful; it gives us pride in our work and reminds us that were not just here to complete tasks, but to improve lives.

Training and development are key to making that happen. Our employees often train with partners like Hoosier Energy, Indiana Electric Cooperatives, and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association. Other times, we learn together as one team like during this years Safety Day, when every WIN Energy REMC employee came together to learn side by side.

What I value most about our approach to training is that its about helping people discover their strengths, face challenges with confidence, and build meaningful, lasting connections within the cooperative. When our employees grow, our members benefit. When our board continues to learn, our cooperative becomes stronger. And when our community is informed, we all move forward together.

Thats the cooperative difference. Were more than an electric company; were a community. When we invest in education, we invest in each other and the bright future were building together. Im proud of the work we do, the people who make it possible, and the shared commitment to learning that keeps WIN Energy REMC strong.