SECO Energy’s Executive Leadership Team representing SECO Energy’s commitment to collaboration and innovation.
SECO Energy is proud to announce it has reached a major milestone, recently welcoming its 500th employee—the largest workforce in the cooperative’s nearly 90-year history. This growth reflects SECO’s ongoing commitment to its employees, members and the communities it serves. SECO Energy’s vision is to lead the industry in member satisfaction and engagement and be the preferred employer in our region.
Founded in 1938, SECO Energy began as a small, rural cooperative that focused on bringing electricity to rural Central Florida. In November 1938, SECO turned the lights on to 400 rural farmsteads in Sumter County. Today, the cooperative serves over 260,000 homes and businesses, making it the seventh-largest electric cooperative in the nation. From its inception, SECO has been an economic driver and steadfast supporter of its local communities.
Over the last 15 years, SECO has added 100 employees to its overall headcount, and continues to grow ahead of its Workplace Expansion and Improvement Plan that will break ground in early 2026.
“Our 500 employees are dedicated to keeping our promise to members,” said Curtis Wynn, CEO. “Each team member plays a vital role in ensuring that every home and business receives safe, reliable, and affordable energy. This milestone reflects SECO’s continued investment in people and resources that directly benefit our members. As we expand our workforce, we enhance our ability to provide exceptional service, embrace innovation, and uphold the cooperative difference that sets SECO apart.”
SECO Energy held its 2024 virtual Annual Meeting celebrating its 85th year as an electric cooperative on Thursday, March 21, 2024. The Meeting had a record number of member participation with over 17,000 members participating in the Cooperative’s governance process through their vote on Annual Meeting business.
During the Meeting, SECO Energy’s membership approved two revisions to the Cooperative’s Bylaws pertaining to District Meetings and Trustee Qualifications and the 2023 Annual Meeting Minutes. SECO Energy’s Board of Trustees recommended both revisions, with the first revision allowing a Trustee candidate to be declared Trustee at the District Meeting without holding an uncontested election if only one candidate is certified by the secretary and the second clarifying the District residency requirements to serve as a Trustee. Members can access the updated Bylaws on SECOEnergy.com or at any SECO Energy Member Service Center.
Highlights of the Meeting included SECO Energy’s Board President Gerald Anderson and Chief Executive Officer Curtis Wynn delivering their respective addresses to the membership, providing important updates on the Cooperative’s business and financial standing to ensure SECO Energy members are well-informed of the Cooperative’s direction and policies. Their messages reinforced SECO Energy’s dedication to providing reliable and innovative energy services and the Cooperative’s Vision to lead in member satisfaction and engagement, inviting members to partake in SECO Energy’s Member Engagement Panel and have their questions answered by the Cooperative’s Executive Leadership Team.
SECO Energy CEO Curtis Wynn
“This year marked a significant milestone for SECO Energy, commemorating its journey from a collective effort of rural households in 1938 to a major electric cooperative serving over 240,000 members today,” stated Wynn. “This milestone year commemorates decades of service, community involvement, and the Cooperative’s commitment to innovation and growth.”
Looking ahead, SECO Energy strategically focuses on improving operational efficiency, strengthening connections with its members, and navigating the evolving energy landscape. A vital component of this strategy is SECO Energy’s investment in Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), which marks a step towards modernizing the Cooperative’s services, offering members real-time insights into energy usage, and enabling a more resilient and sustainable energy infrastructure.
SECO Energy remains steadfast in its mission to enhance member experiences and lead the way in energy innovation as the Cooperative moves into the future. SECO Energy members are encouraged to stay tuned for upcoming announcements, including the launch of a program that leverages smart technology for energy efficiency and sustainability.
For those who missed the live event, the Annual Meeting recording will be available on the SECO Energy website, YouTube, and Facebook, featuring the list of 101 prize winners and more.
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