TRUSTEES STANTON & HAUSLER EARN CCD CERTIFICATES

Western Cooperative Electric announced that Trustees Tim Stanton and Steve Hausler have successfully earned the Credentialed Cooperative Director (CCD) certificate through the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), marking a significant accomplishment in their ongoing commitment to cooperative leadership.

As the electric utility industry continues to evolve, board members face increasing demands for strategic knowledge, advanced governance skills, and a deeper understanding of the cooperative business model. Western Cooperative Electric encourages its board to participate in NRECA education programs to strengthen their ability to represent and serve the cooperative’s consumer-owners effectively.

The CCD credential requires trustees to complete five foundational courses covering essential cooperative competencies:

• Director Duties and Liabilities
• Understanding the Electric Business
• Board Operations and Process
• Strategic Planning
• Financial Decision Making

By completing this program, Trustees Stanton and Hausler have demonstrated their dedication to informed decision-making and responsible governance on behalf of Western’s membership.

NRECA represents nearly 900 private, consumer-owned electric cooperatives providing power to more than 42 million people across 48 states. With more than 7,200 cooperative directors nationwide, the CCD program establishes a strong baseline for effective and educated co-op leadership.

Western Cooperative Electric congratulates Trustees Stanton and Hausler on this significant professional achievement. For additional information, contact Nolan Numrich via email at nolann@westerncooperative.com.