Looking Toward the Future: At a Crossroads with Technology and People CEO Report – Scott Newberry, 2026 Annual Meeting
Presented during FKEC's 2026 Annual Meeting, CEO Scott Newberry's report explores how artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are shaping the future of electric service in the Florida Keys. In this forward-looking presentation, Newberry discusses how FKEC is leveraging innovation to improve reliability, strengthen operations and prepare for tomorrow's challenges while maintaining the exceptional service members expect. He also recognizes the dedicated employees whose expertise, commitment and innovation help power the cooperative's success every day.
Watch Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Board President Karl Wagner preside over the 2026 Annual Meeting, held April 25, 2026. Meet the FKEC Board of Directors and Charitable Trust volunteers, hear reports from Secretary Gretchen Holland and Treasurer Cale Smith, and learn how your cooperative is preparing for the future while continuing to deliver reliable, affordable service.
Video Chapters
0:00 – Karl Wagner, President, FKEC Board of Directors, Opens the Meeting
1:40 – Gretchen Holland, Secretary, FKEC Board of Directors
Watch Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Board President Karl Wagner preside over the 2024 Annual Meeting, held on April 13, 2024. Meet the FKEC Board of Directors and Charitable Trust Volunteers and hear brief reports from Secretary Gretchen Holland and Treasurer Cale Smith. In his comprehensive and dynamic report, CEO Scott Newberry celebrates the employees behind FKEC’s success, walking the audience through the utility’s many departments. Thank you for watching!
At the 2022 Annual Meeting held in person on April 9, FKEC CEO Scott Newberry recapped the utility’s work in 2021 and prior. The highlights include successes in obtaining FEMA Grants to help fund Hazard Mitigation Projects; Record Sales; Reliability Achievements; The Power of Prevention; and a virtual tour of the Marathon Facility Expansions.
Below, watch FKEC Board President Karl Wagner preside over the 81st Annual Meeting. Introductions include the Cooperative Board of Directors and Charitable Trust. Secretary Gretchen Holland and Treasurer Cale Smith also give reports.
While FKEC had to cancel our 2021 in-person Annual Meeting & Membership Appreciation Day, CEO Scott Newberry, Board President Karl Wagner, and Board Treasurer Cale Smith shared these presentations recapping FKEC’s accomplishments in 2020 despite the pandemic.
CEO Scott Newberry highlights Coping with COVID; The New Normal; Assisting our Members; Progress Despite the Pandemic; and Thanks FKEC Members and Employees.
Board President Karl Wagner shares a message of appreciation to members and highlights the co-op’s accomplishments in 2020.
Board Treasurer Cale Smith shares an overview of FKEC’s financial statements including recent FEMA reimbursement.
