CREA Welcomes Taylor Ward
DENVER, Colorado — The Colorado Rural Electric Association welcomes Taylor Ward as its new Director of Government Relations.
Ward joins CREA with a decade of experience in legislative and government affairs. Working primarily in the public sector, he has proven success in strategic advocacy and lobbying, legislative analysis, policy development, community engagement, relationship building, and coalition and stakeholder management.
“Taylor brings a wealth of experience in lobbying and legislative affairs to CREA,” CREA Executive Director Kent Singer said. “We’re excited to have him join our team in doing this important work for Colorado’s electric co-ops.”
Ward will be responsible for CREA’s legislative program and keeping the association’s members informed of legislative activities and issues important to electric cooperatives across Colorado.
“I am honored to join the Colorado Rural Electric Association and represent the interests of our state’s rural electric cooperatives. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to work alongside rural communities and have been able to develop a deep understanding of the unique challenges they face. I am thrilled to continue this work at CREA,” Ward said. “I look forward to working closely with policymakers, industry leaders, and our cooperative members to ensure that we continue to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy for the people of Colorado.”
About Colorado Rural Electric Association
CREA is the trade association representing 21 Colorado electric distribution co-ops and Tri-State G&T. CREA provides legislative, safety, education, and communication support. The mission of the CREA is to enhance and advance the interests of its member electric cooperatives through a united effort.