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Kimberly Lindsey O’Guinn

Senior Director State Regulatory Policy
Southwest Power Pool

I served as commissioner at the Arkansas Public Service Commission, where my responsibilities included regulating utilities and serving on Southwest Power Pool’s Regional State Committee. At the end of my tenure, I joined SPP, an organization responsible for ensuring reliable power, adequate transmission infrastructure and competitive wholesale electricity prices. Here, I collaborate with regulators and members to address policy issues.

PRESSING QUESTIONS

Nonprofit I wish more people knew about

Tendaji Community Development Corporation is focused on increasing positive outcomes among underserved youth and families. Through its programs and services, it seeks to improve one’s education, skills and self-worth.

Best career moment so far

It was a great honor to receive a gubernatorial appointment from Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson, support from Senator Joyce Elliot and confirmation from the Arkansas Legislature.

How I knew this was my passion

I took for granted flipping on a power switch. Numerous factors impact access to safe, reliable and affordable energy. Learning and understanding the process lit my passion for this industry.

Biggest challenges in my career

Developing policies to ensure the energy transition to variable forms of energy is conducted in a cost-effective manner while maintaining the reliability of the power supply.

IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Hometown

Little Rock

I can’t start my day until

Moments of silence and stillness followed by a good workout

Hobbies

Running

Binge watch

“The Bernie Mac Show,” “Girlfriends” and “Sex and the City”

Last good read

“Cutting for Stone” by Abraham Verghese

Favorite meal in town

El Porton seafood burrito

Best recent local discovery

A lovely bed & breakfast in Hot Springs

Latest splurge

Spa day at one of my favorite spas in Santa Fe, NM

Most-used app

Outlook

Dream vacation

A place where I can experience beaches, mountains and luxury spa packages.

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