Leadership

CEO and General Manager

In 2018 Randy joined DEMCO as CEO and General Manager.  His experience with electric cooperatives spans across regulatory affairs, emergency preparedness, job safety, employee training, disaster response and power supply. Prior to joining DEMCO, Randy served for 22 years as CEO of the Association of Louisiana Electric Cooperatives and has years of in-depth experience working in the electric cooperative arena. He now uses his diverse experience to guide DEMCO to the next level of superior member growth and service, while promoting a well-trained workforce and culture of professional and ethical integrity. Randy has a B.A. Degree in Business Communications and Journalism from Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA. His golf game can be compared to that of Tiger Woods (although not very closely) and he plays a mean electric guitar.

Chief Corporate Services Officer

Russchelle began her career at DEMCO in 1998 in an entry-level position in the human resources department. While working full-time, she earned her bachelor’s degree in management with a concentration in human resources and went on to acquire designations as a Certified Employee Benefit Specialist and Certified Workers’ Compensation Professional. Russchelle was born and raised in Denham Springs where she currently resides with her husband and two children. Although she certainly enjoys her time with the staff at DEMCO, she also loves to get away and “glamp” with her family!

Chief Engineering & Operations Officer

Mark joined the DEMCO team in 2001 as a lineman. He worked his way up to District Line Supervisor, then Manager of Operations, Director of Operations, Vice President, Engineering & Operations, and now serves as Chief Engineering & Operations Officer. Mark has a passion for innovation, optimized operations, and efficient processes. His team works tirelessly around the clock to monitor and maintain our electric power grid. Mark resides in Central with his wife and two children. When Mark isn't at work, you can find him lounging by the pool, coaching youth sports, or crushing 300-yard-drives down the fairway. 

Chief Financial Officer

Peggy joined DEMCO in February 2021. Before that time, she worked at Lee County Electric Cooperative, Inc. in North Ft. Myers, FL, for twelve years as Manager, Financial Accounting. She received a B.S. in Accounting from DeSales University in Center Valley, PA, an MBA from Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, PA, and a doctorate in business administration (DBA) in 2015 from Argosy University, Sarasota, FL. Peggy served on the National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives (NSAC) Electric Cooperative Chapter Board and is the immediate past president. Peggy authors accounting and finance articles in the NSAC industry publication “The Cooperative Accountant (TCA).” She is a mother to four children, has seven grandchildren, and enjoys family-time activities.

Chief Member Services Officer

Galen joined DEMCO in 2011 in the Consumer Accounting Department. Driven by her commitment to enhancing the member experience, she was promoted to Quality Assurance Coordinator in 2017, Manager, Member Services in 2019, and in 2021 earned a promotion to Director, Member Services. A graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University, Galen is originally from Baton Rouge and currently resides in Central. She enjoys community service projects, traveling, and spending time with her husband, two sons and their pup Trex.

Chief Strategy & Regulatory Officer

Jeff Andry joined DEMCO in August 2023 with more than 10 years of experience in the energy industry. In his role as Chief Strategy & Regulatory officer, he is highly engaged in all regulatory, power supply, and legal issues affecting DEMCO. Prior to joining DEMCO, he was the regional lead for NextEra Energy Resources’ renewable origination business in MISO South. He has also worked in a variety of roles for Cleco Corporate Holdings and its affiliates. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Louisiana State University and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law and is a CFA Charterholder. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, running, and traveling. 

Director, Communications and Governmental Affairs

David is the Director of the DEMCO Communications and Governmental Affairs department after serving ten years as Manager of Member and Public Relations. David leads communications, member outreach, governmental affairs, and subsidiary services (the DEMCO Foundation and DEMCO Energy Services). A native of Baton Rouge, David earned a bachelor’s degree from McNeese State University and a master’s degree from Louisiana State University. He is energized by the service he provides to assist in the management and support of the volunteers who give of their time to serve at his church. In his “downtime”, David enjoys the quiet moments with his wife and family.