WaKeeney, KS – October 30, 2025, –Western Cooperative Electric is pleased to announce the appointment of Hale Sloan as the newest member of its Board of Trustees representing District 2.

A native of western Kansas, Sloan grew up in Sharon Springs in Wallace County and brings a deep appreciation for rural values, community service, and the cooperative spirit. He earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Biological Systems Engineering from Kansas State University, where he also minored in economics and completed part of his graduate studies in France at E.I. Purpan.

Sloan is a licensed professional civil engineer and the owner of a civil engineering firm in Hays, Kansas. Alongside his professional work, he is an active community volunteer and leader. His service includes the Hays Noon Rotary Club—where he was past president and received the Outstanding Club Service Award—board service with the Ellis County Rural Water District No. 1C, and leadership in the Methodist Church in Hays. He also co-founded and currently serves as president of a 501(c)(3) foundation supporting the Kansas State University Rugby Club.

Sloan and his wife, Jenna, are raising their three children in Hays. When he’s not at his firm or volunteering, he enjoys farming and ranching with his family.

“We are excited to welcome Hale to the board,” said Nolan Numrich, CEO/General Manager of Western Cooperative Electric. “His engineering expertise, business experience, and strong sense of service make him an outstanding addition to our cooperative board.”

Western Cooperative Electric looks forward to the insight, innovation, and commitment Hale will bring as he helps guide the cooperative into the future. For additional information regarding opportunities to serve on Western’s Board, contact Nolan Numrich at 785-743-5561 or via email at nolann@westerncooperative.com