“Kim has been an innovative leader in the natural gas distribution business by bringing a focus on the need to reduce the impact of CO2 emissions in the operation of a fossil fuel business. She led the US industry in using data analytics discovering the impact that fossil fuels can have on the environment and stepping up to the changes needed to significantly reduce their CO2 emissions. ”
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I am a strategic, forward-thinking Chief Operating Officer (COO) and former Chief…
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Congratulations to the entire FortisBC team for this accomplishment. This approval is the combination of hard work, vision and open consultation with…
Congratulations to the entire FortisBC team for this accomplishment. This approval is the combination of hard work, vision and open consultation with…
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So proud of what we've built at PGE! We asked customers to shift load during a sweltering heat wave and they showed up in force, providing over 100…
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It was wonderful to spend the afternoon with my friends and my Bestie at the Portland Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 awards luncheon. Many thanks to…
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Experience & Education
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NW Natural
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Licenses & Certifications
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Strategic Marketing Essentials Program
The Wharton School, Aresty Institute of Executive Education
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American Leadership Senior Fellow
Board of Trustees of the Amercian Leadership Forum, National Fellows Program
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Volunteer Experience
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Board Member
LifeWorks Northwest
- 4 years 9 months
Health
LifeWorks NW has the most comprehensive array of integrated prevention, mental health and addiction services available, providing confidential, compassionate, effective support throughout the lifespan. www.lifeworksnw.org/
Honors & Awards
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Honors/Awards
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o Ranked #1 or 2 in Customer Satisfaction Surveys 20 Consecutive Years by JD Powers, 2004–2023
o Most Trusted Utility Brand in the West by Escalent, 2023
o World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere®, 2022, 2023
o Environmental Champion by Escalant, 2022
o First Gas Utility in Continental U.S. to Invest in an RNG Facility for Customers, 2022
o Gold Standard Certification for Industry-Leading Pipeline Damage Prevention Program, 2021
o First Gas Utility to Receive Renewable…o Ranked #1 or 2 in Customer Satisfaction Surveys 20 Consecutive Years by JD Powers, 2004–2023
o Most Trusted Utility Brand in the West by Escalent, 2023
o World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere®, 2022, 2023
o Environmental Champion by Escalant, 2022
o First Gas Utility in Continental U.S. to Invest in an RNG Facility for Customers, 2022
o Gold Standard Certification for Industry-Leading Pipeline Damage Prevention Program, 2021
o First Gas Utility to Receive Renewable Natural Gas Legislation, 2019
o First U.S. Utility to Offer a Carbon Offset Product Called Smart Energy, 2007
Organizations
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NW Natural Holdings Subsidiaries
Board Member
- PresentNNG Financial Corporation, KB Pipeline Company, NW Natural Energy, LLC, NW Natural Gas Storage, LLC, Northwest Energy Corporation, NWN Gas Reserves LLC, NW Natural RNG Holding Company, LLC, NW Natural Renewables Holdings, LLC, NW Natural Ohio Renewable Energy, LLC and NW Natural Water Company, LLC and their subsidiaries
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ONE Future
Executive Committee Board Member
- PresentONE Future is a group of natural gas companies working together to voluntarily reduce methane emissions across the natural gas supply chain. With Operations across the entire natural gas value chain, ONE Future was formed with a focus to collectively achieve a science-based average rate of methane emissions across facilities equivalent to one percent (or less) of total natural gas production, and is doing so through best practices and new technologies. onefuture.us
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Western Energy Institute
Board Member
- PresentWestern Energy Institute the premier western North American association of energy companies that implement strategic, member-driven forums, identifies critical industry issues, facilitates dynamic and timely employee development opportunities and supports member relationships. www.westernenergy.org
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Northwest Gas Association
Board Member, Former Board President
- PresentThe Northwest Gas Association is a trade organization of the Pacific Northwest natural gas industry. www.nwga.org
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American Gas Association
Marketing Communications & Sustainable Growth Committee Member
- PresentThe American Gas Association represents more than 200 local energy companies that deliver clean natural gas throughout the United States. www.aga.org
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Greater Portland Inc.
Board Member
-Greater Portland Inc (GPI) provides support and services to companies seeking to relocate or expand in Greater Portland, a region that spans two states and seven counties. greaterportlandinc.com
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Public Relations Society of Amercia
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Natural Gas Vehicles for America
Board Member
-NGVA is the national trade association dedicated to the development of a growing and sustainable market for vehicles powered by natural gas or biomethane. www.ngvamerica.org
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Greater Portland Inc.
Board
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