NES Executive and Leadership Team

Teresa Broyles-Aplin, the President & Chief Executive Officer at NES, directs the overarching strategic vision for this public utility provider. Broyles-Aplin manages the complex intersection of grid reliability and customer service requirements across Middle Tennessee. By aligning corporate objectives with long-term energy infrastructure goals, the President & Chief Executive Officer ensures consistent power delivery for the entire service region. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with the Board to maintain financial stability while navigating the evolving regulatory landscape of the energy sector. Teresa Broyles-Aplin drives organizational efficiency by optimizing internal processes and fostering a culture of safety. Through rigorous oversight of utility operations, the President & Chief Executive Officer secures the future of regional energy distribution. Broyles-Aplin maintains a focus on modernization, ensuring the utility meets the growing demands of the local population while upholding the highest standards of service excellence and operational integrity.

Ronald Womble, the Chief Information Officer at NES, architects the digital infrastructure necessary for modern utility management. Womble oversees the integration of advanced grid monitoring systems and data analytics platforms to enhance service reliability across Middle Tennessee. By securing critical network assets, the Chief Information Officer protects the utility from emerging cyber threats while maintaining seamless communication channels. This role requires constant coordination with operational teams to implement smart grid technologies that improve energy distribution efficiency. Ronald Womble drives the digital transformation agenda, ensuring that internal systems support the rapid scaling of utility services. Through the deployment of robust software solutions, the Chief Information Officer enables real-time decision-making for field operations. Womble prioritizes the stability of information systems, guaranteeing that the technological backbone of the company remains resilient against the increasing demands of a growing regional customer base.

Trish Holliday, the Chief People Officer at NES, designs the human capital strategy required to support a large-scale public utility. Holliday manages talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational culture initiatives to ensure a highly skilled workforce maintains the regional power grid. By aligning workforce capabilities with the technical demands of the energy industry, the Chief People Officer fosters an environment of professional excellence. This leadership role involves implementing comprehensive training programs that emphasize safety and technical proficiency for all field and administrative staff. Trish Holliday drives engagement across the organization, ensuring that internal policies support the long-term retention of critical utility expertise. Through the development of robust performance management frameworks, the Chief People Officer optimizes team productivity. Holliday secures the human resources necessary for operational success, ensuring that the company remains a top employer while delivering essential power services to the Middle Tennessee community.

Laura Smith, the Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel at NES, manages the complex regulatory and legal framework governing public utility operations. Smith oversees compliance with state and federal energy mandates, ensuring that all infrastructure projects adhere to strict legal standards. By providing counsel on corporate governance and risk management, the Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel protects the utility from litigation and regulatory challenges. This role involves negotiating critical contracts with energy suppliers and regional partners to maintain service continuity. Laura Smith drives the legal strategy for the company, ensuring that all operational expansions align with public utility laws. Through the careful review of internal policies, the Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel mitigates liability while supporting the strategic goals of the organization. Smith maintains a focus on transparency and ethical conduct, ensuring that the utility operates within the bounds of the law while serving the Middle Tennessee region.