Your Voice Matters: Join Me for “Discussions with Dan” // May 2025 CEO Column

Dan Carlisle, President/CEO & General Counsel

At Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative, our mission has always been clear: to serve our members with safe, reliable, and affordable electricity. But just as important as powering your homes and businesses is listening—really listening—to the people who own this cooperative. That’s why I’m inviting you to join me this summer for a series of informal member gatherings we’re calling “Discussions with Dan.”

These events are designed to meet you where you are—right in the heart of our service territory. I will host three sessions across the area to hear your questions, concerns, and ideas. Whether you want to learn more about our current projects, ask about rates, or share feedback on how we’re doing, this is your chance to speak directly with your cooperative’s leadership.

Here’s where we’ll be:

  • June 19th// 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Cherry Grove in Browerville
  • July 22nd// 4:30-6:00 p.m. at The Pirate’s Den in Verndale
  • August 19th// 4:30-6:00 p.m. at Hub 71 in Sebeka

Each event will include non-alcoholic beverages and a welcoming environment to have real conversations about the cooperative, your energy needs, and our shared future.

These gatherings are more than a meet-and-greet—they’re a reminder that cooperatives are built on member ownership and active participation. Your voice helps guide our decisions, shape our priorities, and strengthen our community. Whether you’ve been a member for decades or just recently joined, I hope you’ll take a little time to stop in and chat.

Let’s talk. 

Let’s connect. 

And let’s continue building a better cooperative—together.