Bandera Electric Cooperative announced that CEO Bill Hetherington has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Association of Edison Illuminating Companies (AEIC), the electric utility industry’s longest-serving and preeminent association. Leaders from 185 member companies collaborate within AEIC to share knowledge and provide guidance essential for achieving operational excellence and grid modernization.
Founded in 1885, AEIC brings together the industry’s leading operations experts to tackle challenges, accelerate opportunities, and strive for excellence in all areas of electric power generation, transmission, distribution, and storage. Through this collaboration, AEIC benefits not only its members but the industry at large and consumers worldwide.
Hetherington’s appointment to the AEIC board underscores his leadership, dedication, and innovative vision within the energy sector. His experience and forward-thinking approach are expected to contribute significantly to AEIC's mission to modernize the grid and advance industry standards.
“Being named to the AEIC Board is a tremendous honor and a testament to our team’s hard work and commitment to advancing electric cooperative initiatives,” Hetherington said. “I look forward to contributing to AEIC’s mission and furthering the development of energy-efficient solutions for our members.”
Bandera Electric Cooperative remains committed to excellence and innovation, continually striving to provide sustainable and reliable energy solutions for its members. Hetherington’s appointment reflects the cooperative’s dedication to these values and its efforts to lead in the energy sector.
About Bandera Electric
Established in 1938, Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) is a member-owned cooperative dedicated to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to its members. Serving over 29,000 members and delivering electric service to 40,000 meters, BEC operates within a seven-county territory in the picturesque Texas Hill Country. With a steadfast commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its members, BEC has pioneered a range of advanced programs. Since 2017, BEC has expanded its services to include fiber-optic broadband internet, ensuring high-speed connectivity for its rural communities. Additionally, BEC offers comprehensive behind-the-meter energy solutions, including Apolloware, an advanced, real-time energy management platform, solar power installations, and energy storage systems. For more information, visit BanderaElectric.com or call 866.226.3372.