Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative (CVEC) has announced the appointment of Randall Cole to the CVEC Board of Trustees, representing the members of District 7. Cole brings more than 25 years of professional experience in logistics and supply chain management to the cooperative’s leadership team.

Cole makes his home in Varnum. He currently serves as a Civil Servant at Tinker Air Force Base, where he manages components for a legacy system that has supported U.S. military operations for more than 70 years. His role requires strategic planning, resource management, and coordination with multiple organizations to ensure efficiency and cost savings.

“I look forward to serving the members of District 7 and surrounding communities in our cooperative,” said Cole. “As a lifelong Oklahoman, I value the cooperative’s mission and am committed to helping CVEC continue to thrive for generations to come.”

In addition to his professional work, Cole is an active member of Ducks Unlimited, where he serves on both the board and the national policy committee. In these roles, he helps guide the organization’s conservation investments, supporting efforts that have preserved millions of acres of land and wildlife habitat across North America. His experience in policy and governance also equips him to advocate for rural communities at the state and national levels.

“We’re excited to welcome Randall to the board,” said Joe Semtner, President of the CVEC Board of Trustees. “His experience and dedication will make him a strong advocate for District 7 members.”

About Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative Inc. is a nonprofit, publicly owned utility cooperative with a steadfast commitment to serving its members in the East Central Region of Oklahoma. Canadian Valley Electric provides essential electric utility service to over 25,000 accounts, catering to the needs of residential, commercial, and industrial members. This service area spans approximately 3,500 square miles, encompassing all or parts of the following counties: Oklahoma, Cleveland, Pottawatomie, Seminole, Lincoln, Creek, Hughes, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, and McIntosh.