Kimra Cole

Kimra Cole has a diverse work experience spanning several industries and roles. Kimra started their career in 1987 at Columbia Gas of Kentucky, where they served as the Director of Sales, Marketing, and Operations for 15 years. Kimra then transitioned to the role of Director of Development/Owner-Principal at Coleman Group Property Services from 2003 to 2006. Following this, they worked as the Commissioner of General Services at Lexington Fayette Urban County Government from 2007 to 2011, overseeing two major divisions. In 2011, they became the Director of Engineering at the Kentucky Public Service Commission, where they managed the engineering division. From 2012 to 2019, they held various positions at NiSource, including Vice President of Distribution Operations and Vice President & General Manager of Columbia Gas of KY. Currently, they are the President and Chief Operating Officer at Columbia Gas of Kentucky.

Kimra Cole's education history is as follows:

- From 1983 to 1987, they attended the University of Kentucky and obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Chemical Engineering.

- In 1988, they enrolled in the Illinois Institute of Technology and earned a CIGC designation in Consulting, completing their studies in 1991.

- Starting in 1987 and ending in 1995, they pursued a Masters degree in Business Administration at the University of Kentucky.

- In 1999, they attended The Wharton School for an Executive Leadership Development program, concluding their studies in 2001.