Design Portfolio by Lance Shaw

LANCE SHAW

Central Electric Cooperative Employee Dress Guidelines

PURPOSE

Provide the employee base with a consistent guide for appropriate dress while in the office or out representing the company

ROLE

Developed overall design and laid out content 24 pages 8.5x11 - final document size

Table of Contents

CENTRAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE CLOTHING GUIDELINES

DOCUMENT SPECS

EMPLOYEE DRESS GUIDELINES

Overview Introduction ......................................................................................................2 Business professional or business casual? ......................................4 Jeans Fridays ................................................................................ 6

Men’s Attire Appropriate Men’s Attire ............................................8 Inappropriate Men’s Attire ..................................... 10

Women’s Attire

CONTENTS

WHAT

Appropriate Women’s Attire ................................... 12 Inappropriate Women’s Attire ......................... 14

Uniform Exceptions Exceptions to the rule ................ 16

Style Standards Our Cooperative Standard .18

Our Culture ......................... 20

CENTRAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE CLOTHING GUIDELINES

Introduction

You are the face of Central Electric Cooperative

We trust you to use good judgment when dressing for work or for an event where you are representing Central. We want you to take pride in your career at Central. Your pride is reflected in your dress, attitude and behaviors. Clothes should not only be the appropriate style as found within this document, but also be clean, ironed and worn properly. The purpose of this document is to give you a general overview of appropriate business casual and business professional attire. This document is not all-inclusive and is open to change. This document gives direction in what is generally acceptable and not acceptable as business casual and business professional attire.

OVERVIEW

As a Central Electric Cooperative employee, you are an extension of the cooperative’s image and brand. From your attitude to your shoes, your presence tells the cooperative’s story and helps shape our reputation throughout the communities we serve. During work days and at after-hour events, remember our commitment to our members is reflected in our appearance and attitudes.

No dress code can cover all contingencies, so you must exert a certain amount of judgment in your choice of work clothing. If you experience uncertainty about acceptable attire for work, please ask your supervisor or your human resources staff.

CENTRAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE CLOTHING GUIDELINES

Inappropriate Men’s Attire

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Uneven shirttails not tucked into pants Athletic wear Shorts Sleeveless shirts T-shirts or muscle Ts Exposed midsection or chests Ball caps Ragged, patched, frayed, holey or faded jeans Sweatpants/sweatshirts/hoodies Overalls Flip-flops Sandals House slippers Crocs Athletic shoes

MEN’S ATTIRE

Inappropriate dress

Inclement weather In times of inclement weather, you may want to wear snow or rain boots from your car to your office, however, you need to change into appropriate shoes or clothes once at work.

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WHAT PURPOSE

ROLE

DOCUMENT SPECS

Central Electric Cooperative Employee Handbook

EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK

Provide a new layout for the existing employee handbook used during new employee orientations and as a reference guide for current employees

Developed overall design and laid out content

60 pages 8.5x11 - final document size

introduction

from your ceo

equal employment opportunity P.O. Box 1809 | Stillwater, OK 74076 | Phone (405) 372-2884 | Toll Free (800) 375-2884

Welcome to Central Electric Cooperative! We are pleased you have joined our team and look forward to working with you. You are our most valuable asset and an integral piece of Building Our Energy Future Together. It is through Building a Culture of Excellence that our employees have made Central one of the top electric cooperatives in the nation. With you as an addition to our team, we will continue to strive in Securing Oklahoma’s Energy Future for all generations through our various business units and with our commitment to excellence. We are proud to be a leader in the energy industry by facing energy challenges, and turning them into opportunities to create and implement effective energy solutions. It is through collaborative efforts, we have achieved this. Central is a diverse cooperative with highly talented employees that strive to continue the cooperatives success in Taking Energy to the Next Generation. We are committed to hiring the best and empowering each employee to reach their full professional and personal potential. The cooperative’s diverse talent fuels our growth and allows us to stay ahead of challenges by shaping the energy industry through proactive innovative thinking and collaboration. Our talent also allows us excel and lead change in an ever-changing world. We are proud to have you as an addition to our team to help us achieve our aggressive goals and give us the capacity, and the will, to lead. This employee handbook will give you the foundation to begin your road to success at Central. This information is reviewed by the board of trustees and may be changed periodically. We will make every attempt to keep you informed of changes as they occur. I encourage you to review this handbook and reference. Again, welcome to a team striving to Build a Culture of Excellence through Building Our Energy Future together in order to Secure Oklahoma’s Energy Future for all generations. We are glad to have you a part of our initiatives. Sincerely,

Central Electric Cooperative is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and employment applicants. No employee or applicant will be discriminated based on race, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or length of employment at Central. Any employee who believes he or she has been subject to employment discrimination based on any of these factors should immediately report the matter to the head of the Central human resources department or follow the Central conﬂict resolution policy.

statement of non-discrimination Central Electric Cooperative is the recipient of Federal financial assistance from the Rural Utilities Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and is subject to the provision of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended and the rules and regulations of the U.S. Department of Agriculture which provide that no person in the United States on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, or handicap shall be excluded from participation in, admission or access to, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any of this organization’s programs or activities. The person responsible for coordinating this organization’s nondiscrimination compliance efforts is Michelle Phelps, Human Resources. Any individual, or specific class of individuals, who feels that this organization has subjected them to discrimination may obtain further information about the statutes and regulations listed above from and/or file a written complaint with this organization; or the Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250; or the Administrator, Rural Utilities Service, Washington, D.C. 20250. Complaints must be filed within 180 days after the alleged discrimination. Confidentiality will be maintained to the extent possible.

Every day is a new opportunity. You can build on yesterday’s success or put its failures behind and start over again. That’s the way life is, with a new game every day. – Bob Feller

David Swank Chief Executive Ofﬁcer Central Electric Cooperative

T H E N E X T G E N E R AT I O N U T I L I T Y |2

about central

history of electric cooperatives As late as the mid-1930s, nine out of 10 rural homes were without electric service. The farmer milked cows by hand in the dim light of a kerosene lantern. His wife was a slave to the wood range and washboard.

villages not otherwise supplied with electricity at reasonable rates.” The idea of providing federal assistance to accomplish rural electriﬁcation rapidly gained ground when President Roosevelt took ofﬁce in

The unavailability of electricity in rural areas kept their economies entirely and exclusively dependent on agriculture. Factories and businesses, of course, preferred to locate in cities where electric power was easily acquired. For many years, power companies ignored the rural areas of the nation. The first official action of the federal government pointing the way to the present rural electrification program came with the passage of the Tennessee Valley Authority Act in May 1933. This act authorized the TVA board to construct transmission lines to serve “farms and small

1933. On May 11, 1935, Roosevelt signed Executive Order No. 7037 establishing the Rural Electriﬁcation Administration. It was not until a

central’s history an annual meeting could be called to hold a proper election.

year later the Rural Electrification Act was passed, and the lending program that became REA got underway. Within four years following the close of the war, the number of rural electric systems in operation doubled, the number of consumers connected more than tripled, and the miles of energized line grew more than five-fold. By 1953, more than 90 percent of U.S. farms had electricity. Today about 99 percent of the nation’s farms have electric service. Most rural electrification is the product of locally owned rural electric cooperatives that got their start by borrowing funds from REA to build lines and provide service on a not-for-profit basis. Today REA is the Rural Utilities Service, which is part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Central State Rural Electric Cooperative was born in the fall of 1938. It was a stock corporation founded by ten local men: O.D. Kinzie, Cushing; Herman Schroeder, Stillwater; Roy J. Remington, Stroud; S.P. Vollmer, Stillwater; Earl Hullet, Perkins; Henry Vobornik, Prague; Charles Clinard, McCloud; Hershall Waldman, Chandler; Charlie Fisher, Fallis; and Harold Amerman, Stroud. The first organized meeting of these ten stockholders was November 29, 1938 in the Payne County District Courtroom. Schroeder called the meeting to order and was chosen chairman of the meeting. Amerman was chosen secretary and kept the minutes of this first official meeting of the cooperative. The roll call indicated all ten stockholders were present. The chairman reported the Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Secretary of State November 17, 1938 and the Secretary of State issued the Corporation a Certificate of Incorporation. Hullet, Remington, Waldman, Schroeder and Vollmer agreed to serve as the board of directors until

The next order of business was the election of officers. The results were as follows: president, Schroeder; vice president, Hullet; and secretary/treasurer, Waldman. After the official seal was adopted, the meeting continued with its regular business. Paul Farrington, county engineer, was appointed as project engineer; and T.A. Higgins as project attorney. A set of by-laws was also presented and adopted. It was decided that the corporation should hire paid solicitors to work new memberships in Payne and Lincoln counties. Thus ended the first official meeting of the Central State Rural Electric Cooperative. The second meeting of the board of directors was called to order in the office of the project attorney, Higgins. Miscellaneous bills were disposed and a bond was established for the treasurer. The first annual meeting date was set for February 6, 1939. The first annual meeting was called to order in the office of the Payne County Agent. This office was too small to accommodate the membership, so the meeting was moved to the attorney’s office. There were seven members present. After a quorum was declared, the meeting

was opened for nominations for the official five-man board. The results were as follows: Kinzie, Schroeder, Vollmer, Hullet and Waldman. Immediately following this annual meeting, a board meeting was held and officers were elected as follows: president, Schroeder; vice president, Hullet; and secretary/treasurer, Waldman. After the regular business was disposed, the next meeting was set for February 18, 1939. The next meeting of any great importance was called to order April 3, 1939. Applications for project superintendent were considered and C.A. Henderson was hired. The attorney reported instructions were received on obtaining a loan to construct the electrical facilities. C.H. Guernsey and Co. Consulting Engineers were hired to stake and oversee the construction of the proposed electrical system.

The loan documents were prepared and a special member and board meeting was called to order April 10, 1939 for the purpose of authorizing execution of the ﬁrst loan

growth opportunities

providing you the power to empower

leadership programs Advanced Leadership Development Program

The ALDP program was established in 2006 as a introductory program to the concepts of leadership and how the concepts enhance an individual employee’s career opportunities and increase the leadership capacity of Central. Examples of programs and initiatives: • Book Study (360 Degree Leadership) • Presentation on leadership made by each participant • Interview an individual they believe has demonstrated leadership • Share a testimony of where you have seen leadership in action If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader

central’s committees Leading, Engaging, and Adapting through Development

LEAD was established as a second-level leadership class focused primarily on working with individuals who were progressing to a supervisory or management role. LEAD curriculum and activities center on the primary focus of a manager: plan, organize, lead and control. Examples of programs and initiatives: • Book Study (Corporate Performance Management) • Functional Area Integration Plan • Situation, Action and Result (SAR) • Individual Development Plan • Write a leadership article

– John Quincy Adams

Overall, the Central Electric Cooperative employee club and committees want to help you generate achievement not just through incentives but by genuinely connecting you with the cooperative family so you can become engaged and inspired. Great workplaces are built through day-to-day relationships that employees experience, which create a sense of community inside the organization. At Central, we want our Building a Culture of Excellence visible and understood so individuals know what is expected. We want to hear your voice on what you need and what you would like to see at the cooperative. Please contact a committee member to share your ideas and become more involved with your cooperative.

Central Employee Club

succession planning Central, like many other utilities, has an aging workforce. Central has employees at retirement age and will retire within the next ﬁve years. Many of these employees are in management or supervisory roles. Succession planning was established in 2009 with a focus on multiple aspects of succession planning: current skill/competency requirements, future skill/compe-

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tency requirements, evaluation of current employee base and evaluation of organizational structure. Current initiatives associated with the succession-planning program include: • Application and appointment of high performing employees • Expansion of the management council • Book study

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Operational plan involvement Strategic planning sessions Expanded leadership training Mentoring program Character Core Program

The Central Employee Club helps provide a community and family visual through events that encourage connectivity

and fellowship that enrich the experience of those employed at the cooperative. The club promotes the betterment of employee relations through a variety of activities and initiatives where employees have the ability to be themselves in a socially, friendly and welcoming atmosphere so they feel the sense of being a part of the Central culture, family and team.

Central Safety Committee

The Central Employee Club strives to build trust through credibility, respect and fairness; creates pride; and provides enjoyment in working for the cooperative. The club endeavors to build a sense of camaraderie so each individual is included and feels a sense of belonging. The club provide opportunities of camaraderie among Central employees during and after normal work hours that include a chili cook-off, ice cream social, Christmas parties and more, and gives employees the change to gather for fun, to celebrate, to remember, to honor, to collaborate and to relax.

The committee is committed to evaluating policies and procedures that promote employee health and safety, resolution of safety

Through these initiatives, the club works to inspire a collaborative teamwork atmosphere and a pride in the cooperative that can translate into discretionary effort and innovation that gives Central a competitive advantage to being the best electric cooperative in the nation. The Central Safety Committee is established to assist in activities and facilitate effective communication about workplace safety and health. Efforts are focused on providing support to enhance Central’s safety program by promoting compliance with all regulatory safety standards and though an ongoing systematic review of safety standards. The committee assists in providing a safe and healthy work environment for employees, members and visitors.

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WHAT PURPOSE

ROLE

DOCUMENT SPECS

NESI-SES Association Annual Report Create a design for the yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual report playing off a current design layout to keep a consistent look for all printed documents for the association

T F A

Developed overall design and laid out content

24 pages 8.5x11 - final document size

2014 Annual Report

Letter to the Association Affiliates and Members Board of Directors Key Administration and Staff Support Structure 2014 Financials Strategic Relationships Portfolio NESI-SES Association Value Propositions Future Outlook and Strategies

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Gary Clark, President

David Waits

Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Oklahoma State University

President, Oklahoma State University Research Foundation

Ken Senour

David Hedrick, Secretary

Senior Vice President and Director for the Engineering and Environmental Division, Guernsey

Vice President and Manager for Analytical Solutions, Guernsey

Chris Meyers, Vice President

Kenny Sparks

Jack L. Perkins

Zac Perkins

CEO, Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives

Director of Legislative and Regulatory Affairs, Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives

Chief Executive Officer, Tri-County Electric Cooperative

Assistant General Manager, TriCounty Electric Cooperative

Smart Energy Source partner

Mark Pittman

Dr. Len Tontz

Robert B. Engel

Brock Taylor

Board of Trustees, District 5, Central Rural Electric Cooperative

Board of Trustees, District 4, Central Rural Electric Cooperative

President and CEO, CoBank

Regional Vice President , CoBank Power, Energy & Utilities Division

WHAT PURPOSE

NESI-SES Association Annual Report Create a design for the year’s annual report using a layout that created a motion the start to end to keep the readers eye moving forward. C O L L A B O R AT I O N

ROLE

DOCUMENT SPECS

Developed overall design and laid out content

COLLEC TIVE INTELLIGENCE

ANNUAL REPORT 2016

B U S I N E S S A N A LY T I C S

24 pages 8.5x11 - final document size

TABLE OF CONTENTS FINANCIALS AT-A-GLANCE

LETTER TO THE MEMBERSHIP

BOARD MEMBERS

CORPORATE MEMBERS

C O L L A B O R AT I O N COLLEC TIVE INTELLIGENCE B U S I N E S S A N A LY T I C S 2 | 2NESI-SES ASSOCIATION | NESI-SES ASSOCIATION

Testing capabilities of using virtual reality application to perform maintenance on generator in the field.

2016 NESI-SES INNOVATION AWARDS

RESEARCH PROJECTS

COMMUNITY DRONE PLAN AMP PRODUCED WATER deSal-g SMART URBAN PLANNING ANALYTICAL MODEL IPC MICRO-COMMUNITY / LABORATORY PROGRESSIVE RESOURCE ENERGY PARK (PREP) MODEL PUBLIC LED LIGHTING ANALYTICS SMART TECHNOLOGY OPTIMIZATION PLAN (STOP) MODEL COMMUNITY SOLAR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR ASSET MANAGEMENT

Unity is strength ... when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved. – Mattie Stepanek

NESI-SES ASSOCIATION RESEARCH PROCESS

BE CONNECTED

ANNUAL REPORT 2016 |1 |1 ANNUAL REPORT 2016

C O L L A B O R AT I O N COLLEC TIVE INTELLIGENCE B U S I N E S S A N A LY T I C S

NESI-SES also continues to acknowledge that research needs to address the full context of what we call key pillars. Those pillars include:

Shaping Energy Policy

Constructing a framework that provides a roadmap for new energy policy that supports both short and long-term demands of energy independence, innovation and optimization.

Advancing Technology Solutions

LETTER TO THE MEMBERSHIP

Demonstration of RE:POD Systems research currently underway looking into use of biomass as a source of energy.

The expansion of current technologies and solutions by enhancing deployment and operational practices, business process improvement and asset management that leads to increasing the return on investment of energy projects.

Stakeholder Engagement

Through a bottom-up approach to research, the NESI-SES Association will enable new technologies and solutions. Engaging all stakeholders on energy priorities and solutions that move the goals of the association and it’s members forward.

David Swank CEO, Central Electric Cooperative and NESI-SES Managing Member

Today, perhaps more than any time in our history, we need expanded collaboration that increases our capacity to research and design new innovations and solutions to multiple dynamic challenges facing the energy sector as well as the convergence of multiple sectors. As you will note in this report, NESI-SES has continued to expand on the collaboration among researchers and corporations. This collaboration has also led to increased collective intelligence as more and more data is collected and shared across research projects, leading to greater potential of solutions. NESI-SES is leveraging this collective intelligence through the Energy Research Operations Center that is now housed in the Oklahoma State University Research Foundation facility. Work has continued to integrate an analytic model that leverages all research into a knowledge base for current and future research.

The report also provides an overview of those who received innovation awards. Congratulations to these organizations and the many individuals who are making a difference through their respective leadership.

Building the capacity of the next generation of energy leaders through new curriculum and hands-on experience in the energy sector.

Building Skills and Competencies

David Waits President, Oklahoma State University Research Foundation

Building Skills and Competencies

Enabling Solutions

Kenneth Sewell VP for Research, Oklahoma State University

Stakeholder Engagement

Sr. VP and General Counsel, Oklahoma State University

Engaging all market segments to ensure solutions for the utility sector, energy sector, and commercial and residential consumers. This is achieved through benchmarking best practices, business process improvements and driving return on investments.

Advancing Technology Solutions

Gary Clark

Shaping Policy

Enabling Solutions On behalf of the NESI-SES board and membership, we want to again express our appreciation for all those who have contributed to the success of 2016. This report is intended to serve as an overview of the efforts of researchers, corporate partners, and key stakeholders who have continued to commit themselves to developing solutions within the energy sector. Throughout 2016 and over the past four years, NESI-SES has continued to build a strong foundation for growth; growth in partners like that of GE and increased participation from professors/scientists and key stakeholders. As a board and leadership team, we are committed to creating an organization that focuses on our core mission of researching and developing SOLUTIONS. We would encourage you to review the timeline found in this report as many of the activities and initiatives described in the timeline represent investments and efforts to further this mission through organizational development.

Collaboration Collective Intelligence Business analytics

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C O L L A B O R AT I O N COLLEC TIVE INTELLIGENCE B U S I N E S S A N A LY T I C S

RESEARCH PROJECTS KEY QUESTIONS ADDRESSED

COMMUNITY DRONE PLAN

AMP PRODUCED WATER deSal-g

SHAPING POLICY

PROJECT LEAD: Dr. Jamey Jacob

How can current regulations be adapted with technology advancements?

PROJECTED INVESTMENT: $50,000

PROJECT LEAD: Fred Schiele PROJECTED INVESTMENT: $25,000

PURPOSE:

ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

PURPOSE:

UAV technology has begun to proliferate within our society. Five years ago, consumer drones were not readily available in the market and until recently cost and user-friendliness remained barriers to the market. Today, UAV technology exists on the shelves of retail suppliers and are on the verge of filling our skies. It is estimated that the global market for non-military drones has exceeded $2.5 billion and the industry is expected to grow 15 to 20 percent annually. New products are hitting the market such as the collapsible, three-rotor aerial vehicle which folds small enough to fit in a backpack and can carry a GoPro camera.

Associated Material Processing (AMP) has discovered a new polymer that removes salts from briny water using ion exchange. This process is being focused towards removing salts from oil and gas field produced water and thereby reclaiming brine water. Initial testing shows a 70 percent reduction of salts with a first pass through using the “deSal-g” polymer. The target of reclamation/ recycling of brine water is directed towards frack reuse and irrigation water meeting Oklahoma regulatory standards.

How can the technology be optimized with current restrictions like that of line-of-sight?

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

What alliances will be required to ensure success within a community drone program?

ENABLING SOLUTIONS

What systems or processes will be necessary to maintain public awareness; who’s drone is flying overhead?

BUILDING SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

What education will be required by sector?

Government and industry will need to work together to create a comprehensive plan that is based on use cases to establish recommendations for success in the UAV market. An emphasis on developing a UAV traffic management system and coordinating UAV integration efforts with NextGen will be necessary in the plan.

ACTIVITY DURING 2016 2016 RESEARCH FUNDING | $1 MIL.+ INVESTMENT In 2016, the NESI-SES Association funded 11 research projects with a total investment of more than $1 mil.

COWBOY TECHNOLOGIES INTERFACE | $5,000 INVESTMENT

Cowboy Technologies was organized in 2011 as a for-profit, limited-liability company owned by the OSU Research Foundation to be a catalyst for commercializing OSU technology through successful startup companies. The Cowboy Technologies’ mission runs parallel with that of OSU’s land grant mission of taking university research from “Campus to Community.” Cowboy Technologies and the NESI-SES Association are providing joint research funding to projects that fulfill the missions of both organizations.

OSURF RESTRUCTURING | $10,000 INVESTMENT

The Oklahoma State University Center for Innovation and Economic Development was rebranded the Oklahoma State University Research Foundation, under the direction of OSURF president David Waits.

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A report from the Oklahoma State Chamber Research Foundation indicated the following economic analysis and impact of the oil and gas industry through 2012: • Oil and gas firms account for only 3.2 percent of all business establishments but hire 5 percent of wage and salary workers, produce 10 percent of state Gross Domestic Product, and generate 13.5 percent of total earnings statewide. • Oil and gas served as the state’s key job engine the past decade. Between 2002 and 2012, Oklahoma oil and gas firms created 29,000 new wage and salary jobs while all other private industries combined added only 56,000. • Oklahoma remains a Tier 1 energy state with an economic cycle highly influenced by activity in the oil and gas sector.

KEY QUESTIONS ADDRESSED SHAPING POLICY

What are the current national, state and local policies or regulations?

ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

What are the primary converging technologies that will enable solutions for cleaning produced water (Desalination)?

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

What government agencies, vendors, suppliers or consultants need to be a part of the collaboration?

ENABLING SOLUTIONS

What systems or processes will be necessary to efficiently desalinate water?

BUILDING SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

What new business modeling, training and education will be required?

NESI-SES ASSOCIATION STRATEGIC PLAN | $10,000 INVESTMENT

Strategic planning provides direction for the NESI-SES Association. The development of corporate relations is a major focus of the association. The association exists to link OSU research to solutions and corporate needs. Another focus is to increase exposure and awareness of the NESI-SES Association.

NESI RESTRUCTURING | $50,000 INVESTMENT

The National Energy Solutions Institute was restructured to be a part of OSU Research under the direction of the new Vice President for Research, Dr. Kenneth Sewell. Dr. Ron Van Den Bussche, the Associate Vice President for Research, was named the interim director of the National Energy Solutions Institute. The focus of NESI is to build corporate relationships between the university and energy companies. ANNUAL REPORT 2016 | 13

WHAT PURPOSE

Smart Energy Source Annual Report Create a design that matched the “techy” and “next generation” feel of SES to be used for the year’s annual report which highlighted achievements and future outlook of SES

Taking Energy to The Next Generation ROLE

DOCUMENT SPECS

Developed overall design and laid out content

Smart Energy Source LLC

24 pages 8.5x11 - final document size

2014 Annual Report

KEY MANAGEMENT AND STAFFING SUPPORT

Smart Energy Source LLC engages a highly qualified and motivated workforce that is proactive to find solutions and determined to get positive results. The SES staff ensures quality and quantity measures are taken in all initiatives to maximize the organization’s effectiveness in the marketplace and to remain a progressive brand in the energy industry.

The SES staff ensures their knowledge, skills and abilities are utilized to maximum capacity to propel the organization to the top in the services it provides. The SES staff strives to be proactive leaders in the energy industry by engaging in leadership

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Michelle Perzee | Power Support Michelle Perzee started at Central Rural Electric Cooperative in 2012 and is the Chief Performance Officer. Her experience includes human resources, customer service, sales, marketing, performance management and corporate development. Perzee received her Bachelor of Science degree in business and human resources management from the University of Phoenix. Perzee is responsible for developing and implementing new business performance management programs for CREC. During her CREC career, she has led the development and implementation of vital human resource programs such as recruitment and selection, onboard training and retention management.

David Swank | CEO

Todd Heimer, P.E. | Power Support Engineering Services

David Swank, CEO of Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative and Central Rural Electric Cooperative, is the Smart Energy Source LLC managing member. Bringing with him more than 20 years of management experience, Swank leads the execution and integrity of the operating agreement and all associated agreements. Swank holds immediate responsibility for all financial matters of SES including appropriate capitalization, proper handling of funds and ensuring the corporate veil is never pierced. Swank has led multiple progressive strategies within distribution cooperatives and possesses a vast skill set in managing and developing new business models such as strategic business units.

Todd Hiemer joined Central Rural Electric Cooperative as a power systems engineer in 2014. Hiemer received a Bachelors of Science degree in electrical engineering in 1989 from Oklahoma State University. He achieved a Masters of Science in electric engineering with an emphasis in power in 1994 at Oklahoma State University. Hiemer also obtained a Masters of Business Administration in 2014 from Oklahoma City University. He has more than 11 years of experience in the electric power industry and seven years of experience in the software industry.

Jillianne Tebow | Operational Support

Tina Pachl | Power Support Engineering Services

Jillianne Tebow is a two-time graduate of Oklahoma State University. Tebow obtained her honors degree in agricultural communications with a minor in agricultural economics in 2008 and her Masters of Business Administration in 2012. Tebow is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Central Rural Electric Cooperative where she has worked since 2008. As the Chief Operating Officer, she is responsible for the operational performance of CREC and helps with the overall strategic and operational planning of the cooperative, including CREC’s strategic business units and the NESI-SES Association.

Tina Pachl joined Central Rural Electric Cooperative as a power systems engineer in 2014. Pachl received her Bachelor’s of Science in electric engineering at the University of Missouri-Rolla in 1987. She has over 15 years of experience working with rural electric cooperatives in areas such as supervisory control and data acquisition, automatic meter reading, data integration, power quality and voltage analysis. Pachl is also an active member of the Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

STRATEGIC RELATIONSHIPS

Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. Utility Sales & Services Division

NESI-SES ASSOCIATION

ARKANSAS ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES, INC.

The NESI-SES Association is built upon three principles that are critical to finding solutions to our nation’s current energy challenges: collaboration, collective intelligence and business analytics. NESI-SES provides the link between academic research and practical industry application and is a strong voice for energy innovation among the academic and political sectors.

The utility sales department of Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI) provides electrical equipment and other needed material for the construction of electric distribution and transmission systems. It offers a complete line of electrical equipment, including wood products, pole-line hardware, overhead and underground conductors, as well as pole-mount and pad-mount transformers. The SES Distribution Center has an inventory of energy and utility related material of more than $10 million in the Stillwater facilities that is managed by AECI. This allows SES partners to participate in buying power and inventory of smart technologies.

OKLAHOMA CORPORATION COMMISSION The Oklahoma Corporation Commission is the public utilities commission of Oklahoma, run by three state-wide elected commissioners. Authorized to employ more than 400 employees, it regulates oil and gas drilling, utilities and telephone companies. The commission has been a strong supporter of the development of the CIM and MySource Enterprise platforms as a means to consolidate the state’s energy information exchange.

PRO-VALUE ProValueNet is a leading provider of high-speed broadband service throughout rural areas of Oklahoma. Their partnership with SES has allowed rapid advances in the areas of data collection from on-site sensors in the oilfield and the expansion of the intelligent grid. The ability to receive increased amounts of data from the grid quickly and reliably is a key factor in increasing the effectiveness of SES research.

FUTURE OUTLOOK AND STRATEGIES Strategies are being developed to guide the partnership for years to come. A few of the key initiatives that continue to be developed are discussed in this section.

SYSTEMS OPERATION CENTER The Systems Operation Center (SOC) is the nerve center for a utility. A Utility 2.0 version of the dispatch center, the SOC allows data analysts the opportunity to make decisions based on live data from the electric grid. The purpose of the SOC is to provide data to the right people at the right time so the best decisions can be made. The SOC creates efficiencies and promotes safety for frontline employees.

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The SES collaboration involves the storage of proprietary information from the stakeholders. It is beneficial for a trusted third-party to store, manage and protect data. OSU serves as that trusted agent for this data. OSU is responsible for storing and maintaining the databases and executable software the MySource enterprise framework is built upon, utilizing the expertise and resources of its information technology department. Virtual servers will be created, as needed, and high-speed Internet access to the servers will be provided. An offsite data backup strategy is currently being developed with plans to implement in 2015.

The Energy Research Operations Center was established in 2014 by the NESI-SES Association to analyze data related to energy research. Located in the Henry Bellmon Research Center on Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus, EROC provides a means for analysis and benchmarking of research projects. EROC takes real world data to the laboratory for research and analysis.

ENERGY PARK The NESI-SES Association is developing a concept for an energy park. The energy park will work in conjunction with the EROC to find best practices for DER/MG and will be a model for the state and nation. In 2014, requests for bids were sent out for the initial phase of the energy park. Plans to break ground are in 2015.

CIM ENERGY DASHBOARD An architecture was created that facilitates the access of information from legacy systems for analytics and business process improvement. This database architecture is the foundation for the CIM Energy Dashboard that will facilitate better planning between utilities and their consumers. An initial version of the Energy Dashboard was developed in 2014.

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We are Invested in You We know energy solutions. We understand energy is vital to the success of your business, and we utilize the latest technologies and industry best practices to provide innovative solutions for your needs. When you choose Smart Energy Source, you receive a holistic, applicable solution that will increase your productivity, reliability and efficiency in energy utilization. Every business is unique, every situation is different. You can trust our team is highly skilled and deeply committed to your success and to working with you every step of the way. We’re invested in building our service resources so we can understand your unique operating environment and deliver flexible service solutions that provide value to your business. Whatever service you choose, you will receive first-class service because at SES you’re not viewed as a sale or a customer – you’re a team member. That’s our ambition – to provide quality service to you at all times so your business can be successful. At SES, we have a passion to bring our knowledge and expertise to the table so we can listen to your needs and work together in applying a tailored solution. This portfolio introduces many of the innovative solutions SES provides.

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The need to operate in an energy-efficient environment is essential to lower costs and improve a business’ return on investment. Our energy consultants are creative thinkers who develop and implement financially sound solutions through various methods to decrease costs. SES provides an easy selection process of the right materials and expedites the fulfillment process. SES provides application and optional installation on a variety of progressive resources so you can: • Increase reliability and operational productivity • Ensure redundant equipment is on-site for timely outage restoration • Integration with smart systems for increased grid and operational performance • Integration of renewables and energy efficient systems to help stabilize energy costs

Data Monitoring/Hosting Engineering Consulting As experienced engineers, we are a valuable resource for consumers. You can rely on us for design input, technical expertise, energy efficiency and optimal building performance. We apply an integrated design to every project, enhancing

our services with lighting, building technologies, energy consulting and commissioning. Beyond leading-edge technology and insight, our engineering services include something else: ingenuity. Our electrical engineers are experts at devising solutions that effectively meet consumer’s needs — in power system design, energy use, network communications and more. Our innovative use of renewable energy can open doors to power reduction, resulting in substantial savings in utility bills. SES provides a tailored solution for you with services including: • • • • • • • • •

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SES removes the complexity of connected solutions to help you manage your buildings’ power distribution assets. Relying on smart data to monitor your buildings’ health, pinpoint troublesome areas and facilitate a predictive maintenance program will create efficiencies by streamlining the monitoring process. SES utilizes SES MySource for monitoring and extracting data from downline sensors and intelligent electronic devices in multiple time-interval options. SES provides a customizable, manageable server infrastructure that allows peak performance. Our services help you apply these solutions: • Independent dashboards for different users • Real-time data that allows the right decision to be made at the right time • An online platform to allow you to monitor energy use anytime, anywhere • Set thresholds on critical data for higher levels of response

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for the business professional on the go is essential. Smart applications, such as the SES MySource Gateways, provide a secure, clean platform that organizes multiple amounts of information in a single iPad app. Information needed to make critical business decisions will be at the fingertips of on-the-go personnel. SES MySource Gateways offer communication applications that provide you the following: • • • •

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The Next Generation Utility At the time of writing this column, nearly a month before the vote meetings, I am hopeful the consolidation proposition will pass. But regardless of the outcome, I feel that Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative and Central Rural Electric Cooperative are better organizations because of the process we have gone through over the past three years. The boards of trustees, management, staff as well as regulators and power suppliers have participated in a rigorous examination of processes and analysis to determine if this is a right ﬁt for both organizations. The result of these studies has been a resounding, “Yes, this is the right thing to do.” The driving factor that kept consolidation process going when times got tough was the boards’ and employees’ desire to become The Next Generation Utility. The Next Generation Utility is about being the best in our industry. As stew-

ards of your cooperative, we believe you, our member-owners, deserve the best and future generations depend on our best. I appreciate the vision of those who, over 75 years ago, believed that by coming together they could do something great. The story of rural electriﬁcation is truly a courageous one that is inspiring and has made a tremendous impact on life, as people knew it. Cooperatives have held on to this vision for many years and value our history. The cooperative principles will remain a foundation as we work together to fulﬁll our purpose to be successful in creating a new legacy, and as we strive toward maintaining reliable, affordable power to those we serve. The Next Generation Utility is a commitment to the responsibility that we have to continue to position your cooperative for success. We understand it is our responsibility to embrace

our energy future and empower our members. Rapid technological advances have provided the energy sector the opportunity to collaborate in improving business models in order to create effective solutions for the future. The Next Generation Utility is being an electric cooperative dedicated to a greater cause, committed to visionary leadership and propelled by an unrelenting desire for excellence. I don’t believe becoming The Next Generation Utility is out of our grasp. I am excited about the opportunity and up for the challenge.

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“Prague deserves a lot of credit for the way they maintain their city, especially their parks,” said Joe Gray, communications specialist. “The parade route highlighted the community pride felt by all those who live in Prague.”

What is a kolache? The kolache (pronounced ko-LAH-chee) has been described by the Today Show as a “savory dough pocket,” and the show declared it one of the “It Foods of 2015” earlier this year. Kolaches can be found in many towns across America that were founded by Czech immigrants, such as Prague, Oklahoma. They can be filled with a variety of fillings, typically fruit, making them a very versatile food item that can fit any occasion.

First time attendee and director of communications, Larry Mattox was amazed by the number of people who came out for the festival and to support their community. Mattox stated it was the most well attended community festival he had ever seen.

Kolaches and Polka and Fun ... Oh My: CVEC and CREC employees pair up to celebrate the 2015 Prague Kolache Festival Electrical cooperatives are deeply rooted in the communities they serve. Cooperative employees can be found volunteering for community service organizations, coaching youth sports and helping in their local school districts. Concern for community is one of the seven cooperative principles, and

employees at Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative and Central Rural Electric Cooperative put those principles into action every day. Employees from the two cooperatives joined together on the ﬁrst Saturday in May to celebrate the rich heritage of Prague, Oklahoma, one of the many communities they serve. Together, there were more than 100 employees and families in attendance from both cooperatives. For many of the CREC employees, participating in the Kolache Festival Parade was their ﬁrst time to experience both the festival and community of Prague.

Employees and their families helped put the finishing touches on the float before taking to the parade route.

“The turnout for the parade was fantastic, many more people than I had anticipated,” said Candace Calloway, vice president of member relations. “I really enjoyed participating in the parade as a means to both fellowship with the employees and learning a little about the community’s heritage.”

For more information about the Kolache Festival, or about the Czechoslovakian history in Prague, visit http://www. praguekolachefestival.com, and be sure to keep the ﬁrst Saturday in May next year open so you can “czech” out the festival yourself.

Prague is a community of approximately 2,400 people located just north of I-40 from the CVEC headquarters in Seminole, Oklahoma. Around the turn of the century, a group of Czechoslovakian pioneers took part in the Oklahoma Land Run and named their town Prague in honor of the capital of the Czech Republic. In looking for a way to celebrate the town’s 50th birthday (May, 1952), a Czech-themed festival was planned. Given the popularity of Czech pastries, it was decided to name the festival after the Kolache – a favorite fruit-filled sweet roll. CVEC employees built a float featuring poles and electric line, complete with linemen in their climbing gear. Kim Behrnes, vice president of administration and compliance, stated it was one of the most inventive floats she had ever seen. That inventiveness caught the eye of the parade judges who awarded second place recognizing the hard work of the employees.

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The parade route passed through the historic downtown area and ended west of town near Prague’s beautiful city park. Visitors to the town can enjoy a variety of Czech-inspired treats, including the famous kolaches, and visit the National Shrine of the Infant Jesus, which receives thousands of visitors each year.

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“I just want to say how proud I am of all the employees who participated,” said Chris Cheatwood, construction superintendent. “They have a lot of pride and it showed.”

Feeling adventurous, and want to try your hand at making kolaches? Below is a recipe from the website ToriAvey.com. For the complete directions and additional topping options visit http://www.toriavey.com and use the key word “kolache” in the search box, or scan the QR code below with your smart phone or tablet. DOUGH INGREDIENTS 1 package active dry yeast 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F) ½ cup unsalted butter, softened, or ¼ cup butter and ¼ cup shortening 2 large eggs 6 tbsp granulated sugar 1 tsp table salt 1 tsp grated lemon zest and/or ½ teaspoon ground mace or nutmeg (optional) About 4 cups unbleached all-purpose or bread flour EGG WASH INGREDIENTS 1 large egg, beaten 1 tsp cream, milk, or water

Employees rode and walked along the parade route (top) showing off the float, which had a “kolache store” (above right) painted using chalkboard paint, shown being applied by Chris Cheatwood and Jerry Ford (above left).

CHERRY FILLING INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 1/4 cups reserved cherry juice 28 ounces pitted sour cherries

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Summer is in full swing, and that means it is time for fun in the sun! As you find yourself spending more time outdoors, CVEC and CREC remind you to stay safe. Planning a home improvement project? When working outdoors, you may be using tools, such as ladders, power tools, shovels – or even paintbrushes with extendable arms. These items help you get the job done but have the potential to be dangerous if used improperly. Pay attention to where you place metal ladders or dig for fence posts. Before you start any project, always look up and avoid overhead power lines. Keep a minimum of 10 feet between you and overhead lines.

If you are planning a project that requires digging, remember to dial “811” or 1-800-522-OKIE first to find out if the area you will be working in is clear of underground power lines. Power tools should be kept away from wet surfaces, and outlets should not be overloaded. Exploring the great outdoors is a great way to spend time with the family, but keep these safety tips in mind. Children should never climb trees near power lines – always assume a wire is live. Fly kites and remote controlledairplanes in large open areas like a park or a field, safely away from trees and overhead power lines. Planning to take a dip in the pool?

Electrical devices, such as stereos, should be kept at least 10 feet away from water sources, and outdoor electrical outlets should always be covered. If you hear a rumble of thunder, exit the pool right away. Speaking of thunder, summer storms can be dangerous if you’re caught in the wrong place at the wrong time. If you find yourself outdoors during a storm, move toward suitable shelter with covered sides, and stick to lowlying ground if possible. These are just a few tips to remember when you are spending time outdoors this summer with your family. Have some fun out there, and always keep safety in mind!

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2 bedroom, 1 bath house with garage and cellar, 811 Mitacek Ave, Prague $16,500, 405-5663002 or 405-430-6010

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Selling out lawn mower shop, lots of new and used parts, one price for all, 405-550-9800 Shawnee area

18’x80” tandem utility trailer with ramp $1,495, slide in car winch with hydro lift fits pickup $1,950, 5.4 pickup motor $775, 405-606-9113

1948 Ford 4-door, runs great, partially restored, needs interior, also have parts car, $5,000 for both, will trade for guns, 405-990-8570 2000 Chevy Blazer, 4 wheel drive, 199K, cold air, runs great $4,500, 405-605-9461 or 405-964-5758 2009 Chevy Extended cab, 1/2 ton, auto, electric windows, radio, 58k miles $18,000 OBO, 405-279-2480 FARM & RANCH 3-point 6 foot offset disk, 3-point boom for tractor, head gate, old road drag, 8 foot A frame, 405-567-3685

14x7 cattle guard $450, pullbehind seeder holds 200 lbs. $100, 405-397-4923 Prairie hay for sale, small square bales $4 each, 405-598-5860 Bermuda grass mixed 4x5.5 bales $40 each, square bales of prairie hay $5 each, 405-5963482 or 405-820-3862 Wellston Reg. Limousin bulls homo. black and homo. polled excellent for heifers, also donkeys raised with cattle, 405-828-4279 2005 Massey Ferguson 431 tractor with front end loader, 52 hp assorted equipment & tools less then 410 hr on tractor, 214-906-9755 Maud

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one of 64 wireless towers that connect to CREC’s systems operation center. The relay of video across networks allows analysts in the systems operation center to see the video in real time and also access archived video footage from the UAV.

Did you know: CREC is committed to security. Encrypting video footage and only flying in CREC’s rights-ofway are examples of how CREC is respecting members’ privacy.

CREC is only starting to realize the full potential of this technology. The cooperative is working with Oklahoma State University’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems laboratory on additional sensors that can be used on the UAV

to measure things like voltage on the lines. “We think the future is limitless with this technology,” Freeman said. “Already, this technology has helped us identify potential problems that might have caused an outage had they not been identiﬁed and corrected.”

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CREC’s use of UAVs is just one example of how CREC is using technology to become the Next Generation Utility.

CREC’s Eye In the Sky: Drone technology unveiled for outage management It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s … a drone? That’s right. Central Rural Electric Cooperative members will soon be seeing something else besides linemen inspecting lines and assisting with outage restoration. CREC is capitalizing on recent advancements in unmanned

CREC has a registered pilot on staff and employees who have years of experience flying UAVs. Shooting down or damaging any flying robot is a federal crime (see 18 U.S. Code § 32), and can carry the same punishment as shooting or damaging a full-fledged aircraft. Through CREC’s wholly-owned subsidiary, PowerSupport, the utility plans to market UAV technology to other utilities.

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(right) CREC drone with ATV in background, (above left) complete Outage Responder setup ready to be deployed, (top left) Eric Fox, CREC Business Analyst, discussing live stream with CREC trustee Carol Dvorak.

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According to the U.S. Energy Information Agency, the top ﬁve are:

Congratulations Grey Snow Eagle House on 10 years! CREC Board President Mark Pittman presented the Iowa Tribe a certificate of appreciation at their anniversary celebration. On behalf of the CREC board of Trustees, he thanked them for all the work the tribe has done in caring for injured bald and golden eagles over the past 10 years.

Looking to cut back on energy usage and lower your monthly electricity bill, but not sure where to even start? Thanks to the U.S. Energy Information Agency you now have a starting point with their list of the top energy users in U.S. homes.

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Birds-eye view of new facilities from the drone during a demonstration for the CREC board of trustees

versity’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems laboratory to deploy a new engineering process that incorporates the use of UAVs. “CREC and Power Support, our wholly-owned subsidiary, have been looking at UAV technology for several years,” said David Swank, CEO of CREC. “The technology is ﬁnally to a point that it can be used in real-world application.” CREC is using the UAV technology in conjunction with other investments, such as its wireless network infrastructure, to relay video and data back to the cooperative’s systems operation center for analysis. “This technology will be invaluable in an outage situation,” said David Freeman, CREC’s Director of Systems Intelligence. “From one intersection, we have the ability to patrol four miles of electric line. We can also access blind sections of line or patrol lines down roads that are impassable by vehicle.”

Two ice-related outage events in 2015 heightened CREC’s desire to deploy this UAV technology sooner rather than later. “We believe the investments we have made through this UAV technology, the wireless network across our system, and the systems operation center could reduce outage durations; therefore leading to signiﬁcant cost savings.” Swank said. In January, the CREC board of trustees received a hands-on demonstration of this technology. CREC employees demonstrated how the UAV relays video footage to an all terrain vehicle that then relays information to a base station located in the ﬁeld. From that base station, the video is transmitted to continued on page 2

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Safety First Every year, U.S. fire departments respond to an estimated 25,900 home electrical fires. These fires cause an estimated 280 deaths, 1,125 injuries and $1.1 billion in property loss. Thirty-nine percent of home electrical fires involve outlets and receptacles, and other electrical wiring. To ensure safety, you should only use about 80 percent of the available current for each electrical outlet in your home. Safety is our top priority! Is it yours? Source: U.S. Fire Administration, Home & Garden

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This fourth in the four-part series asks the question, “What’s the result?” What is the result of bold leadership that raises the standard and desires to be opportunistic? Bold leaders make a difference in their organizations and in the lives of those around them who view situations differently. A story has been told that during World War II General Creighton Abrams found himself and his troops surrounded. With a characteristic of optimism, he told his ofﬁcers, “For the ﬁrst time in the history of this campaign, we are now in a position to attack the enemy in any direction.” The story illustrates the importance of optimism in life but with an understanding that optimism only goes so far, then we must get results. At your cooperative we are optimistic about our future, but we know that the investment in optimism is not enough. Getting results is more than hunting as demonstrated by the following story: Two men were out hunting. Neither was a good shot. After they had

tramped through the ﬁelds for hours, they had seen plenty of rabbits but had yet to hit one. With evening coming on, both were getting tired. One turned to the other and said, “Tom, what about it? Let’s just miss two more and call it a day.” Despite the lack of anything to show for their time, these two hunters probably expended as much energy and effort as if they had bagged twenty rabbits. The same thing, unfortunately, can and does happen to people. “It is not enough to be busy,” someone once said, “one must also get results.” As reviewed in past articles, we believe that when we raise the standard and take advantage of opportunities with an unreasonable commitment, we will get results. Results that demonstrate our being responsive to challenges and opportunities vs. comfortable with the status quo. Results that enable your cooperative to remain relevant to you: • Higher reliability standards • Affordable rates now and in the future • Strong ﬁnancial position for meeting current and future challenges • Next Generation energy services that empower our member/ consumers. • Increased awareness of risk and threats to our industry so we can confront those with Bold Leadership Follow Central Rural Electric Cooperative @centralrural or myself @ DavidSwankCEO on Twitter to see how we are getting results with bold leadership throughout 2016.

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David Swank | @DavidSwankCEO Over the past four issues, I have attempted to share the significance of bold leadership within our industry and really within our country today. The first series defined bold leadership as “clarity around an unreasonable commitment to what should be.” The second issue spoke to the importance of standards and setting higher standards. The third issue covered the concept of being opportunistic through creative leadership competencies. You can see all of these articles on www.crec.coop.

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Top Ten Industry Challenges: Protecting our members This is the third in a ﬁve part series that looks at the top industry challenges facing utilities.

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In today’s high tech and heavily connected world, cyber security is not only a threat, but something that must be in the forefront of everything we do. According to the Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team, a division of Homeland Security, the energy sector only trailed the critical manufacturing sector for the most cyber attacks in 2015. Attacks to the energy sector made up 16 percent of all reported incidents.

Possibly the most notable investment is the data center that will be housed in CREC’s new headquarters. The tier two data center will feature redundant capabilities – meaning that multiple power sources and Internet connectivity can provide power and data connection to the center. In the event that a power source or Internet connection fails, the redundant source will keep the center from going ofﬂine. Tier two data centers are expected to have a 99.741 percent uptime. The data center will be housed in a hardened area of CREC’s new building with the capability of withstanding an F5 tornado.

Central Rural Electric Cooperative takes protecting the members’ personal information as seriously as keeping the lights on. CREC has taken many measures over the years to protect member data. Some examples include becoming Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliant, so that credit card information isn’t stored in CREC databases. CREC also complies with the Federal Trade Commission’s red ﬂag rules which

Another challenge facing utilities is that of industry insurgents. Much different than the challenge of cyber security, industry insurgents are not malicious in their intent. These organizations see value in the utility model and seek to change the way

people view utilities. An example of an insurgent would be a solar company that places solar panels on the roofs of homes and businesses then sells power similar to a utility on a per kWh basis. CREC realizes that in the future members will have more choices than ever when it comes to energy. CREC is committed to becoming the Next Generation Utility, and through this commitment CREC is examining ways to create more value propositions for members. Some of these value propositions will be revealed in coming months as CREC continues to share its plans for the future. In the future, when you have more energy choices, we want you to continue to choose CREC. Next month we will look at the evolving business model and capital investment requirements.

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 94k miles, loaded, 1 owner, very good condition, $9,500, 918-306-1212

Donate aluminum cans and your recycled can receipt to the Perkins 4-H. All proceeds recycled goes to the PT Schools. 405-612-0959

CDL Truck Driver Physicals Call Dr. Myers for appointment, Luther area, 405-277-3325, also alcohol and drug testing

Three 8 foot concrete pipe culverts, 24” diameter. $150 for all three of them. Call 580-307-2198 in Perry

Minerals Wanted- will purchase your minerals, over rides, working interest or complete leases. No bank drafts, funds wired into your account upon title approval. Contact 918-855-1654

1970 CJ5 Jeep, has Buick 225 V6 engine, lots of extras, 405-396-2925 or 405-3065006 Edmond 2007 Honda VTX 1300, one owner, back rest, only 9,730 miles, $5,975 OBO, 405-833-9732 FARM & RANCH 16’ x 6’ trailer, dual axles, tractor ramps, hinged ramps for mowers, heavy five foot wire side panels, good tires, $2,000 cash, 405-747-0201 Stillwater

2001 Sunnybrook 5th Wheel, Model 27RKFS Mobile Scout, slideout, awning, excellent condition, $10,000, 405-547-2858 MISCELLANEOUS Golds Gym XR 10.1 weight bench, weight rack, backrest, seat, and leg lever - all adjustable, $75, 405-612-3450

Miniature horses, show quality, pet/companion prices, AMHA and AMHR registered, $300-500, 405-707-7143 Stillwater

Pickup tail gate for pulling camper, fits 2007 Chevy, $200 405-372-7459

Feed storage metal bin, holds approx. 5 tons, bottom gravity slide door, $900, 405-586-9969

Dr. Myers Chiropractor – Luther area, old fashioned doctor, $35 office visit total No insurance, No Medicare Call for appointment 405-277-3325

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WIN A TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C. Make the choice to develop personal leadership skills that will last a lifetime. The Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour contest is here! Central Rural Electric Cooperative encourages all qualified 2015-2016 high school juniors in the CREC service area to apply to win a week-long, all-expensepaid trip to Washington, D.C., in June. Visit the Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Capitol, Smithsonian Museum and more. Winners will also enjoy lunch at the Hard Rock Café, a Potomac Boat Cruise and various other activities. The essay and entry form deadline is Friday, March 4. For more information and to download an entry from, click on Youth Programs under the Community Involvement page at www.crec.coop, or scan the QR code now with your smartphone or tablet device.

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The CIM is a comprehensive planning tool designed to aid in the delivery of reliable electric service to oil and gas producers utilizing the most economic and efficient solutions. It addresses the dynamic challenges facing the utility industry in regards to oil and gas production. The CIM represents coordinated data and knowledge that has been aggregated into an applicable plan for the utility and the producer to help meet organizational goals. This model is utilized to develop a more comprehensive and efficient plan for capacity and infrastructure investments that ultimately have the potential to create increased return on investments and decreased overhead. The CIM leverages complex processes, planning methods and analysis tools that provide analytical decisions necessary for the proper planning of new load and capacity.

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Through this partnership, the association bridges the gap between academia and industry in order to provide energy solutions for current and future needs in order to secure the country’s energy future for all generations. NESI provides practical and impactful academic research while SES provides data and real-world application. The fusion of these two visionary entities has opened doors for many opportunities in the energy industry. The NESI-SES Association is built on three principles critical to finding solutions to our nation’s current energy challenges: collaboration, collective intelligence and business analytics.

A tool for utilities and producers

Collaboration Collaboration is critical to our energy future. The NESI-SES Association embodies collaboration across higher education, cooperatives, utilities, energy providers, government stakeholders and consumers. NESI takes existing energy research programs at OSU and strengthens them by unifying across disciplines, while SES applies the research findings to industry. Collective Intelligence Collective intelligence built upon sound, practical research is critical to the partnership’s success. Research is based on collective data gathering and shared analysis. The concept for operations is that solutions to our country’s long-term energy challenges are best achieved by academia and industry partnering together to share data and knowledge. Business Analytics Data analysis leads to information sharing. The energy industry is filled with data but until that data is analyzed to make business decisions, the data will remain an expensive, underutilized investment. This can be changed through the proper development and use of business analytics applied to the energy industry.

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CONNECTING YOU TO ENERGY SOLUTIONS The NESI-SES Association is a partnership between Oklahoma State University’s National Energy Solutions Institute (NESI) and Smart Energy Source (SES), and was formed in 2013. Through the association, giant steps have been taken to advance energy research and solutions. Some research and solutions include the Distributed Energy Resources/Micro grid Study and the Capacity Infrastructure Model.

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AN EFFECTIVE, PROACTIVE SOLUTION TO ENERGY MANAGEMENT The Capacity Infrastructure Model focuses on critical elements that help expedite the utility to the production site process: • • • • • •

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Visit, http://www.NESI-SES.org to learn more about the association and how to become a member.

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Collaboration

Data Acquisition Data Fusion and Analytics

There are five CIM stages that help utilities and producers create significant opportunities and obtain organizational goals. The model provides an effective framework and aids in collaboration among all stakeholders.

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STAGE 3: CAPACITY FORECASTING

CAPACITY PORTFOLIO PROGRESSION MODEL

Forecasting and modeling of all options, including technology tools, enables the utility to maximize current system investments; lowering required, new investments and reducing timeframes found in the Capacity Financing Plan. This stage identifies collective demand requirements, a comprehensive production timeline report, a load characteristic report and utility capacity analysis.

The Capacity Portfolio Progression Model evaluates load progression from previously delivered CIM and CFP designs. The evaluation occurs in five stages that measure capacity use versus what has been contracted: base model current assessment, power quality current assessment, load mix current assessment, load management current assessment and capacity transfers assessment. The stages gather base model information, assess power quality measurements, show load characteristic measurements and offer the ability to temporarily transfer loads to shorten gaps between contracted dates and expected delivery dates.

STAGE 4: CAPACITY INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS Capacity Financing Plan

The CIM leverages new computer-based analysis tools and functions that significantly enhance the planning efficiency and accuracy. This stage provides a comparison of capacity requirements and system performance evaluation for all exploratory plans.

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STAGE 5: CAPACITY FINANCING PLAN

Access to all relevant and equality data has a significant influence on planning and analysis. The CIM stage one provides thorough diligence in collecting all intelligence. Data collected during this state includes producer load details, load characteristics and utility capacity information.

The Capacity Financing Plan is the final CIM stage and provides a complete overview of each option, related cost, timelines, contractual options, rate designs and execution plans. The CFP is developed through four independent phases: due diligence, study development, capacity plan and financing plan.

STAGE 2: DATA FUSION AND ANALYTICS Data fusion or integration of system data compiled with data handling methods provides for more accurate assessment of the current system. Understanding the existing system gaps and deficiencies is critical to the model as it establishes a baseline. During this stage, the following components are identified: • • • • •

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The CIM provides multifarious benefits: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Improved delivered of power without overbuilding Improved meeting timeline deadlines Lowered infrastructure costs Lowered contribution in aide required by requests Lowered maintenance costs (ongoing) Increased ability to manage capacity needs Increased ability to address power quality issues before it becomes an issue Increased transparency between utilities and those served Decreased idled services and abandoned infrastructures Increased planning based on facts and data Increased smarter collaboration Increased return on investments for all involved Improved reliability Improved power quality Optimized capacity Decreased capital investments Improved safety for all involved

The CIM is an integral component to a utility’s success in effectively serving oil and gas producer’s capacity needs. The outcomes of the CIM process could lead a business or organization to fair and equitable plans for all consumers, plans that provide consideration for all aspects of infrastructure planning and ensure financial integrity is upheld with the most cost-effective approach. Utilities and producers can begin the CIM process by contacting the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Jason C. Chaplin | Regulator Analyst Oklahoma Corporation Commission Public Utility Division 580 Jim Thorpe Building | P.O. Box 52000 Oklahoma, OK 73152-2000 P: 405-521-6886 | Email: j.chaplin@occemail.com

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The purpose of this ad was to recognize and announce Central Electric Cooperative’s acheivement in recieving LEED Gold status for the new headquarters building.

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Guernsey would like to congratulate

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on becoming Stillwater’s newest LEED® building. Guernsey is proud to have helped Central become one of only 34 LEED® Gold certified buildings in Oklahoma. Central’s commitment to energy savings and the environment are evident through this momentous achievement. The LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the foremost program for buildings, homes and communities that are designed, constructed, maintained and operated for improved environmental and human health performance. Features of Central’s headquarters that contribute to the certification include: • Progressive Resource Energy Park (PREP) containing solar and battery storage • Geothermal mechanical system • Spray foam and rigid insulation for high R-value and air tightness • Indirect natural lighting from full height windows • Green campus master plan concept • Pond utilizes rainwater harvesting for landscape irrigation • Native landscaping used throughout the campus Learn more about the Central Electric Cooperative project at http://guernsey.us/projects/central-electric-cooperative-headquarters, or scan the QR code to the right with your smart device.

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Short Introduction to the Smart Community Source Initiative

Smart Community Source Leadership Council Business Cluster Recap

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