Brandie Ekren, the Executive Director of Traverse City Light & Power, spoke to NMEAC board members and supporters several times since she arrived in 2022.

Her presentation in May 2024 was about the progress TCL&P is making toward a greener energy future.

Her presentation in January 2023 was about the TCL&P Climate Action Plan.

In July 2022, she talked about her new role for Traverse City's municipal utility.