As the newly selected President and CEO of Southwest Tennessee EMC, I am honored to be part of its nearly 100-year legacy of service. My career with STEMC began 11 years ago with my most recent role being Vice President of Engineering. As I step into this new position, I reflect on our past while embracing the opportunities that lie ahead.

When the Rural Electrification Act was passed in 1936, it brought electricity to rural communities that had been left in the dark—both literally and figuratively. At the time, 90% of farms lacked electric power, and this legislation became a symbol of progress, bridging the gap between urban and rural areas. Fast-forward to 2017, when the Tennessee Broadband Accessibility Act empowered electric cooperatives to leverage their infrastructure to deliver high-speed internet to their members. Once again, the same spirit of innovation and service was embraced. Both advancements transformed lives, expanding access to modern conveniences and driving improvements in education and healthcare.

At STEMC, our members are at the heart of everything we do. Your success is our success, and we are committed to continuously enhancing the value we provide. Looking ahead, my vision for our cooperative is not simply to meet expectations but to exceed them—delivering exceptional service, ensuring reliability, and exploring new ways to improve your quality of life. Our mission goes beyond keeping the lights on—it’s about providing the energy that powers today’s priceless moments while unlocking tomorrow’s endless opportunities. We energize every moment in ways you may not see, and it is our honor to carry out that mission every day.

This new chapter is an exciting opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to you and evolve in response to your changing needs. Together, with our passionate, talented, and hard-working team, we will embrace challenges, foster collaboration, and deliver unparalleled service. Whether through innovative investments in our electric system or the adoption of emerging technologies, we will remain steadfast in our dedication to serving you. I am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead and firmly believe that the best is yet to come.

Clint Malone