Dean Moretton and his wife, Laura, have been Morgan Township residents and Kankakee Valley REMC members since 2001.
Moretton started as an electrical engineer with a degree from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and later earned an MBA from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. As an energy leader with 35 years of experience in the electric utility industry, Moretton specializes in minimizing energy costs for utility customers and reducing environmental impact. He leverages this proficiency as the chief commercial officer of an international hydrogen energy company.
He previously held board positions with the prestigious national Cooperative Leadership Network and Queen City Angels. He currently serves on the board of directors for the Rose-Hulman Sawmill.
As a director on the Kankakee Valley REMC board, Moretton has earned his Credentialed Cooperative Director certificate, Board Leadership certificate, and Director Gold credentials. Beyond his employment, Dean is a published author and conference speaker on utility best practices, cooperative economics, and innovation in the energy field.