WPPI Energy
Kurt Baumgartner is an experienced professional in the energy and telecommunications sectors, currently serving as a System Operator at WPPI Energy since October 2021. Previously, Baumgartner held the position of Generation Operations Supervisor III at Madison Gas and Electric from July 2008 to July 2021, where responsibilities included ensuring the stability and reliability of the bulk electric system and managing the equitable delivery of power from jointly owned facilities. Prior roles include Distribution Operations Technician I at Madison Gas and Electric and Field Services Technician III at Level 3 Communications, focusing on network integrity and electronic equipment maintenance. Baumgartner's career began as a Combination Technician at Frontier Communications. Education includes an Associate's Degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology from Western Wisconsin Technical College and a certificate in Telephone Service and Repair from Northwood Technical College.
WPPI Energy
WPPI Energy is a regional power company serving 51 locally owned, not-for-profit electric utilities. Through WPPI Energy, these public power utilities share resources and own generation facilities to provide reliable, affordable electricity to more than 200,000 homes and businesses in Wisconsin, Upper Michigan and Iowa.