Dakota Electric serves more than 105,000 members throughout Dakota County and bordering regions of Goodhue, Scott, and Rice counties. They are the second-largest electric distribution cooperative in Minnesota and ranked among the 25 largest electric distribution cooperatives in the nation. Dakota Electric purchases wholesale electricity from Great River Energy, a generation and transmission cooperative in Maple Grove, Minn.

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Dakota Electric Association

Greg Miller

Jeffrey Rainey

Mjyke Nelson

Corey Hintz

Dirk Rotty

Betty Jo Kiesow

Adam Heinen

Clay Van De Bogart

David Jones

Jerry Pittman

John DeYoe

Kenneth Danner

Margaret Schreiner

Bill Holton

Bill Middlecamp

Jim Sheldon

Paul Bakken

Judy Kimmes

Stacy Miller

The Vice Presidents and Directors team at Dakota Electric Association is responsible for strategic leadership and oversight across various departments. They ensure the efficient delivery of electric services, manage regulatory compliance, oversee engineering and operational functions, enhance information services, foster community relations, promote economic development, and support overall organizational administration and utility services.

Vice Presidents and Directors

The Human Resources and Financial Management team at Dakota Electric Association ensures the effective management of employee resources and finances. They oversee hiring, employee benefits, wellness programs, payroll, financial planning, and budgeting. This team also handles purchasing, financial analysis, and maintaining compliance with financial regulations to support the cooperative's operational and strategic goals.

Human Resources and Financial Management

The Leadership Team at Dakota Electric Association is tasked with strategic decision-making and oversight of the cooperative's operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and regulatory compliance. Comprised of executives from diverse functional areas, including operations, finance, engineering, and technology, they collaboratively develop policies to enhance member satisfaction, drive innovation, and foster organizational growth within the cooperative framework.

Leadership Team

The Business Analysts and Executives team at Dakota Electric Association collaborates to optimize operational efficiency, manage business accounts, and support strategic financial planning. The team leverages data analytics to drive informed decision-making, enhance regulatory compliance, and improve member services. Their combined efforts ensure the cooperative’s adherence to industry standards while continuously seeking opportunities for growth and improvement.

Business Analysts and Executives

The Engineering and Project Management Team at Dakota Electric Association is responsible for designing and maintaining the electrical distribution infrastructure. This team, consisting of an Electrical Engineer, a Project Manager/Distribution Designer, and a Project Designer/GIS Mapping specialist, ensures reliable electricity delivery by planning new distribution projects, optimizing existing systems, and utilizing GIS technology for accurate mapping and project execution.

Engineering and Project Management Team

Dakota Electric Association

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Engineering and Project Management Team

Offices

Dakota Electric Association

Org chart

Board & advisors

Teams

Vice Presidents and Directors

Human Resources and Financial Management

Leadership Team

Business Analysts and Executives

Engineering and Project Management Team

Offices

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