Kent has an extensive and versatile operations background and has driven transformational initiatives that generated exceptional growth and company value. Kent had an impressive 38-year career with Xcel Energy where he became an Executive Vice President and Group President Operations overseeing $30 billion in operating assets. He has frequently led enterprise-wide turnarounds, reinventions, and new business initiatives.
He brings astute financial acumen, the ability to gauge and respond to market gaps, and smart resourcefulness to create industry firsts and competitive advantage. Kent is experienced in leading multiple functions to include operations, customer care, energy trading, supply chain, business development, regulatory, public/community relations, and government affairs. Kent has a long history of service on community and industry boards.
He currently serves on the boards of Northwestern Energy and Quanta West. Kent earned his MBA from St. Thomas University and his undergraduate BS degree in electrical engineering from Iowa State University.