MEA Taps Cordova’s Koplin for CEO
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For its first new CEO in ten years, Matanuska Electric Association (MEA) is looking to Cordova. Upon the retirement in January of Tony Izzo, the utility co-op will be led by Clay Koplin, currently the CEO of Cordova Electric Cooperative.
Koplin has served as CEO of Cordova Electric Cooperative for almost twenty years. A professional electrical engineer with an MBA from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, Koplin brings extensive experience in Alaska electric systems, utility management, hydroelectric projects, and developing collaborative, forward-thinking solutions. In addition, Koplin has served in leadership roles on several federal and statewide boards. He currently chairs the Alaska Energy Authority board of directors.
“Clay brings a unique and valuable combination of technical expertise, proven leadership experience, strong relationships and an innovative approach to problem solving,” says MEA Board President Arthur Keyes. “We are fortunate to welcome him to MEA and have full trust in his ability to lead the cooperative as we secure our energy future.”
Izzo was previously president of ENSTAR Natural Gas and joined MEA in 2012, becoming CEO in 2016. He will work alongside Koplin through the leadership transition until his official retirement on January 7, 2027.
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