Consumer Energy Alliance declares New Board Chairman

Consumer Energy Alliance’s(CEA) has overhauled its board of directors  by declaring New Board Chairman asserted by the organization’s president David Holt.

Brett Vassey, president and CEO of the Virginia Manufacturers Association (VMA) and a member of CEA’s board since 2013, will serve as the new chair of its Board of Directors. Vassey’s term follows two successful years for CEA under the leadership of Wayne Zemke, a marketing executive with Caterpillar, Inc, Zemke will continue to serve as a member of the board.

David Holt said “He understands how a balanced energy policy that includes all energy from wind and solar to oil, natural gas, and coal, helps American consumers and generates numerous benefits for the economy. With Vassey’s experience in the manufacturing industry, he brings a critical perspective to the CEA board, and we look forward to utilizing his expertise to advance the interests of energy consumers.”

Consumer Energy Alliance board members, include: Chad Easton, State Government Affairs Manager, Nucor Steel; John Eichberger, Executive Director, Fuels Institute; Vice Chair, John Heimlich, Vice President and Chief Economist for Airlines for America; Mark Pulliam, Chief Commercial Officer, SwayPay, Inc.; Brian Welch, Executive Committee & Casualty Manager, Wortham Insurance; and Wayne Zemke, Caterpillar, Incorporated.