McLennan receives NRECA outstanding service award

Minnkota Power Cooperative President and CEO Mac McLennan has been recognized with the NRECA Regional Award for Outstanding Service, one of the highest honors in the nation’s cooperative network. The award was presented Sept. 24 by Jim Matheson, CEO of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), during the NRECA Regions 5/6 Meeting in Madison, Wisc.

The regional award is given to individuals who demonstrate an enduring commitment to cooperative values and a proven record of service to members. McLennan has dedicated more than 30 years to the electric cooperative program, including nearly 15 years leading Minnkota.

McLennan was nominated by the Minnesota Rural Electric Association (MREA) board of directors. In its nomination letter, the board described McLennan as a “transformational leader” whose career has blended technical expertise, deep policy understanding and a unique ability to unite people around forward-thinking strategies.

McLennan’s cooperative journey has spanned a variety of leadership roles, including service as director of environmental affairs for NRECA and as vice president of a generation and transmission cooperative in Colorado.

Congratulations on this well-earned recognition, Mac!