Luis Diaz-Perez

Luis Diaz-Perez is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in government and community relations, currently serving as Senior Manager at ComEd since 2005. In this role, Luis leads government relations as the primary contact for the Illinois legislature and various civic and business organizations, providing advisory support on energy policy. Previous experience includes External Affairs Manager at ComEd, where responsibilities encompassed community engagement, relations with the Chicago City Council, and crisis management during emergencies. As Communications Manager, Luis oversaw company-wide communication strategies, including crisis management and media relations. Prior to ComEd, Luis held leadership roles at the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago and Peoples Energy, as well as serving as Press Secretary for Cook County Government, focusing on media relations for elections. Luis holds a Master’s Degree in Latin American and Caribbean Studies from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s Degree in History and Political Science from Union College.