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Jones Onslow EMC Named Top Innovator for Apogee’s New Customer Welcome Series
Learn More: Jones Onslow EMC Named Top Innovator for Apogee’s New Customer Welcome SeriesApogee Interactive, Inc., a leading provider of digital engagement platforms for utilities, announced today that Jones Onslow EMC’s Vice President of Corporate Communication and Business Strategy, Steven Goodson, has been recognized by Public Utilities Fortnightly as a 2021 Top Innovator in the category of customer engagement. Public Utilities Fortnightly has provided its readers with commentary and analysis of key industry trends…
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Former AMP Executive Marc Gerken Appointed Interim HCI President & CEO
Learn More: Former AMP Executive Marc Gerken Appointed Interim HCI President & CEOThe Hometown Connections, Inc. (HCI) Board of Directors announced the appointment of Marc Gerken as interim president and chief executive officer. Gerken will fill the seat vacated by Tim Blodgett who, after 23 years with HCI, announced he would be leaving at the end of the year.
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HCI President And CEO Tim Blodgett Announces Departure After More Than 20 Years of Service
Learn More: HCI President And CEO Tim Blodgett Announces Departure After More Than 20 Years of ServiceHometown Connections, Inc. (HCI) CEO and President Tim Blodgett is stepping down after more than 20 years at the municipal utility service provider. He announced on Thursday his intention to step down by the end of 2021. The HCI Board of Directors will begin a nationwide recruitment to fill the position.
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Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Apogee Interactive With 2021 Technology Innovation Leadership Award
Learn More: Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Apogee Interactive With 2021 Technology Innovation Leadership AwardFrost and Sullivan has recognized Apogee Interactive with the 2021 North American Technology Innovation Leadership Award for the North American Market. The prestigious award recognizes companies that shape the future of technology and its uses. Frost and Sullivan measures success by the degree to which a technology is leveraged and the successful introduction of high-tech solutions to…
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Keys To Risk Management For Renewable Energy Projects
Learn More: Keys To Risk Management For Renewable Energy ProjectsAs investments in renewable energy assets grow, few tasks are as critical to a project’s success as risk management. But it’s no longer as simple as purchasing an insurance product a single time. Sophisticated risk management increasingly requires thoughtful consideration and analysis of key risks throughout the life of a project or across a portfolio…
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Get Year End Discount On Fast, Affordable Digital Customer Survey
Learn More: Get Year End Discount On Fast, Affordable Digital Customer SurveyYou must stay close to your customers, especially now. Back by popular demand, a special year-end offer from Hometown Connections and GreatBlue Research will help your municipal utility learn firsthand what your customers need and expect. Place your order by December 31 and for the incredibly low fee of $3,850, you will receive a link…
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Hometown Connections Seeks Quotes For Utility Cybersecurity Monitoring Solution
Learn More: Hometown Connections Seeks Quotes For Utility Cybersecurity Monitoring SolutionOn September 9, 2021, Hometown Connections, Inc. (HCI) published a Request for Quote (RFQ) REF#: HCI_MDR_VMS_RFQ_0827. HCI is soliciting quotes from qualified vendors offering Managed Detection and Response Solutions (MDR) & Vulnerability Management Systems (VMS) that meet the identified cybersecurity requirements of community-owned utilities. HCI seeks to partner with the selected vendor(s) to provide these…
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The Basics Of Margin For Error
Learn More: The Basics Of Margin For ErrorBack in January 2020, our GreatBlue Research team published an article discussing Margin for Error. We realized, though, that we could definitely do a better job explaining it. Buckle up everyone, we’re getting nerdy.
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Effective Strategies For Utility Email Engagement
Learn More: Effective Strategies For Utility Email EngagementBuilding a clean, actionable email list is key to cultivating a community of loyal members. Collecting email addresses and maintaining an updated email list can be a daunting task, but it is essential to sustain effective email campaigns. Email marketing is a proven way to nurture relationships and increase customer satisfaction, and engagement.
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Hometown Connections Announces Annual Award Winners
Learn More: Hometown Connections Announces Annual Award WinnersOn August 30 at the 2021 Annual Conference in Fort Collins, Colorado, Hometown Connections announced award winners in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the organization and to community-owned utilities.
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Your Utility Is Required By Law To Establish An Identity Theft Prevention Program
Learn More: Your Utility Is Required By Law To Establish An Identity Theft Prevention ProgramFederal and many state regulations require electric, water, wastewater, and gas utilities to establish an identity theft prevention program. Utilities must have policies and procedures in place to detect, prevent, and mitigate the theft of personal customer information. What does this mean for your community-owned utility? You must evaluate and address all of the ways…
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Governance in Public Power: The Role of Policymakers in Today’s Marketplace
Learn More: Governance in Public Power: The Role of Policymakers in Today’s MarketplaceThe success of the public power business model depends on utility managers receiving clear guidance from engaged and well-trained governing boards. A high-performing governing board can be one of the utility’s most valuable assets. To be successful, these officials must understand their responsibilities, stay current on industry challenges, and serve as ambassadors for public power…
