ENERGYUNITED ANNOUNCES SHEENA LANKFORD AS VICE PRESIDENT OF ENERGY SERVICES AND CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS 

STATESVILLE, N.C. – EnergyUnited has announced Sheena Lankford as its vice president of energy services and corporate communications. In this role, Lankford oversees Member Support, Corporate Communications and Economic Development, with a focus on enhancing the member experience, strengthening community relationships and supporting economic growth throughout the cooperative’s service territory. 

Lankford brings more than 18 years of experience in the electric utility industry, including eight years in executive leadership roles. Throughout her career, she has developed extensive expertise in member support, corporate communications, energy efficiency programs, key account management and community engagement.  

“Sheena brings a wealth of industry knowledge and leadership experience to EnergyUnited, along with a strong understanding of the importance of putting our members and communities first,” said Thomas Golden, chief executive officer of EnergyUnited. “Her experience and leadership will play a vital role in our continued efforts to deliver value to the members and communities we serve.” 

Lankford holds a bachelor’s degree in communications and an occupational endorsement in sustainable energy from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, as well as a master’s degree in business administration from Longwood University. She also completed the Cooperative Financial Professional Certificate and the Management Internship Program for Cooperative Leaders through the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. 

About EnergyUnited  

EnergyUnited Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) is the largest electric cooperative in North Carolina with 145,038 member connections. Headquartered in Statesville, EnergyUnited provides electric service in portions of 19 counties in west central North Carolina which include Alexander, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Gaston, Guilford, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Montgomery, Randolph, Rockingham, Rowan, Stokes, Wilkes and Yadkin. Visit energyunited.com to learn more about the cooperative’s energy services and community programs. 

Sheena Lankford, Vice President of Energy Services and Corporate Communications at EnergyUnited.