The Dalles, OR – April 28, 2025 – Northern Wasco County PUD (NWCPUD) announces a strategic realignment of its Power Resources Division (PRD) to address increasing regional growth and prepare for future energy challenges. The reorganization includes the appointment of Michael Deen as Manager of Policy and Rates, the promotion of Jen Kelly to Power Operations Manager, and the continued leadership of Damon Pellicori as Power Planning Manager.
The division has also expanded its data analytics capabilities through Energy Data Analyst Keith Michaels, who has been instrumental in developing and deploying advanced analytical tools. These innovations have enhanced the PRD’s ability to process and analyze complex energy data, making the department more agile and responsive to changing market conditions and customer needs.
Kurt Conger, Assistant General Manager of NWCPUD, emphasized the strategic importance of bolstering the department. “By strengthening our Power Resources Division with these specific roles and talented individuals, we’re enhancing our analytical capabilities and expertise in crucial areas like policy, operations, and planning,” said Conger. “This team structure allows us to better navigate complex regional issues while optimizing our power resources division for all of our customer-owners.”
Michael Deen joins NWCPUD as the new Manager of Policy and Rates from the Public Power Council (PPC), where he served as Policy Director since 2013. With extensive experience in power supply, markets, rates, and transmission issues, Deen brings valuable analytical skills to his new role. His background also includes work as an expert witness on power supply and regulatory policy issues for large industrial customers at Regulatory and Cogeneration Services (RCS) and previous roles at McCullough Research. Deen holds an MBA in Business Analytics from Oregon State University and a BA in Psychology from Reed College.