Evergy
Katy Onnen, PE, is an experienced professional in the field of transmission and distribution planning. Currently serving as Director of Transmission & Distribution Planning at Evergy since October 2019, Katy Onnen previously held the position of Sr. Manager in the same department. Before joining Evergy, Katy Onnen worked at KCP&L (Kansas City Power & Light) from February 2012 to October 2019, progressing from Manager to Sr. Manager in Transmission Planning. Earlier career experience includes roles at Southwest Power Pool from January 2004 to February 2012, where Katy Onnen served as a Senior Transmission Planning Engineer and Senior Regulatory Engineer. Educational qualifications include a Master of Business Administration from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Kansas State University.