Wabash Valley Power Alliance
Rich Mullen, MS, CUSP has over 35 years of experience in the energy industry. Rich has held various leadership roles in companies such as Wabash Valley Power Association, M. J. Electric, and ComEd. Rich'sexpertise includes managing field operations, directing project teams, and providing operational and strategic support. Rich has a strong background in transmission and substation systems, as well as overseeing construction, maintenance, and storm restoration activities. Rich is skilled in budgeting, customer relations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Rich Mullen, MS, CUSP obtained their Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University, where they studied from 1977 to 1981. Rich further pursued their education at Purdue University and earned a Master of Science degree in Management from 1982 to 1985.
In addition to their academic achievements, Rich Mullen also holds several certifications. Rich obtained the Certified Substation Maintenance Technician certification from the International Accreditors for Continuing Education & Training (IACET) in May 2021. In June 2017, they became a Certified Utility Safety Professional (w/T&D Endorsement) through the Utility Safety & Ops Leadership Network. Rich Mullen also holds an Extra Class Amateur Radio License from the Federal Communications Commission, which they obtained in March 2014.
Furthermore, they have completed various training programs in emergency management and incident command systems. In April 2013, they obtained the certifications for "Emergency Manager: An Orientation to the Position," "Introduction to Incident Command System," and "National Incident Management System: An Introduction" from FEMA.
Overall, Rich Mullen has a strong educational background with a Master's degree in Management and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, along with multiple certifications and extensive training in the field of utility safety and emergency management.
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Wabash Valley Power Alliance
Wabash Valley Power Association (WVPA) is a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative created out of the need for reliable, affordable electricity in America's heartland. We don't have customers, we have members. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, WVPA provides wholesale power to 23 distribution cooperatives in Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri that serve over 310,000 residential and business members (which makes us a co-op of co-ops). In other words, we're not selling electricity to customers and we're not working for shareholders. We're providing electricity to members who are actually owners. And we are guided by the seven principles that govern all co-ops. Our unique approach to supplying electricity has positioned us for years of very competitive electric rates. By using a variety of fuel sources to supply electricity, such as coal, natural gas, landfill gas, solar , wind, and even cattle waste, we manage our risk for more predictable rates, no matter what the future holds. From our role in establishing ACES, Touchstone Energy®, and MISO to developing highly successful POWER MOVES(R) energy efficiency programs and Co-op Solar, WVPA continues to look to the future to deliver stability and growth. We are a deliberately different kind of power company. And that's good news for the people who depend on us. Learn more about our Power Moves program at https://www.linkedin.com/company/power-moves-ee/