Mike Counts

Mike Counts has over 30 years of experience in the energy industry. Mike started their career at Carolina Power & Light Company in 1986 as an Engineer, where they handled engineering responsibilities in the Asheville District. In 1995, they transitioned to Huntsville Utilities as the Engineering Superintendent. Currently, they are responsible for overseeing electric system planning for transmission, distribution, and substations. This includes managing the electric meter shop, dispatch, and substation crews. Huntsville Utilities serves over 160,000 customers across 80 square miles.

Mike Counts attended The University of Alabama in Huntsville from 1981 to 1983, where they did not obtain a degree or specialize in any particular field of study. Mike then went on to Auburn University, where they studied Electrical Engineering and completed their Bachelor's degree from 1983 to 1986.