Type Of Business:
Electrical utility company
Expertise:
Industrial safety; Program and process assurance; Electrical substation mechanical and technical maintenance; Construction
Major Product/SVS:
Electric power production; Retail distribution
Favorite Business Publication:
Forbes; American Society of Safety Engineers Publications; IEEE Publications
Hobbies/Sports:
Hunting; Fishing; Woodworking; Traveling
Education Degrees:
MBA, Troy University (2002)
Affiliations Awards:
Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association; American Society of Safety Engineers
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of his career was leading the initiative at Entergy Corporation that allowed it to become the first transmission or distribution electric utility company listed as a star site by the U.S. Department of Labor Volunteer Protection Program in the U.S. in 2004.
Charity:
Community Connections
Number Of Years In Profession:
28
Number Of Years In Current Position:
4
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his persistence, leadership style and ability to anticipate and prepare for change.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through his desire to enter a private industry and belief that the electrical utility field would prove to be a good fit for him.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing the assets of the electrical substation through the maintenance and construction of new substation facilities
Education Certifications:
Certification in Safety (2000)
Awards/Honors:
Award for Leading Safety Initiative Teams, Entergy Corporation; Certificate of Appreciation, Entergy Safety Program
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Kimes aspires to become a director in the same firm.