by VMDAEC Nov 2, 2023 | Connections
It’s not every day we get to celebrate exceptional talent and dedication. This week, however, was one of those rare moments when we had the honor of acknowledging an individual who has made significant contributions to our organization and the larger community....
Retired VMDAEC CEO Richard Johnstone and his wife Blair being applauded after receiving the 2022 Electric Cooperative Leadership Award.
by vmdaec-tommy Aug 31, 2023 | Connections
When Richard G. Johnstone Jr. began working at the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives in 1985, Ronald Reagan was still in the White House and “Back to the Future” was still in theatres. Thirty-eight years later, after a...
Rosa Forrester (front row, second from left) smiles as she learns she is the 2023 recipient of the Unsung Virginian award.
by vmdaec-tommy Aug 31, 2023 | Connections
Northern Neck woman recognized for life of selflessness Rosa Forrester is often referred to as the most generous person in the Northern Neck. The Richmond County native and former circuit court clerk was recently presented with the Unsung Virginian award by the...
MEC President and CEO John Lee (left) is presented a plaque recognizing his outstanding service as a member of the ACES Board of Directors. Presenting the service award is ODEC President and CEO Marcus Harris, who also serves on the ACES Board.
by Staff Reports Aug 30, 2023 | Connections
Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative President and CEO John C. Lee Jr. was recently recognized for his service on the ACES Board of Directors. ODEC President and CEO Marcus Harris, who served alongside Lee on the ACES Board, presented Lee with a plaque, stating, “As an...
From left, Howard Scarboro with VMDAEC President and CEO Brian Mosier during the awards. ceremony
by Staff Reports Aug 30, 2023 | Connections
Howard Scarboro, retired CEO of Central Virginia Electric Cooperative, received the 2023 Cooperative Leadership Award from the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives. Scarboro was presented with the Association’s highest honor during...
