Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) is announcing key executive leadership promotions and transitions, effective January 1, 2026, to support the cooperative’s continued growth and long-term strategic goals.
As part of the cooperative’s transition plan, Chief Operating Officer Roy Stowe will transition into the role of Special Advisor to the CEO before his planned retirement in April 2026. In this advisory capacity, Stowe will provide strategic guidance and leverage his decades of experience to ensure a smooth leadership transition.
Building on this transition, Amy Rouse, Brittany Caison and Lee Chapman will take on expanded leadership roles as officers reporting directly to the CEO Chip Jakins and continuing the strong, collaborative leadership that defines Jackson EMC.
Amy Rouse has been named Chief Financial Officer. She will oversee all financial functions, human resources, safety and strategic planning. A Certified Public Accountant with more than 20 years of cooperative experience, Rouse has guided Jackson EMC’s financial, accounting and risk management operations and led efforts in strategic planning and analytics. She currently chairs the board of Go Energy Financial Credit Union.
Brittany Caison has been named Chief Operating Officer. Caison leads Jackson EMC’s Engineering, Operations and Technology areas. Caison began her career at Jackson EMC as a commercial/industrial engineer and has since held leadership roles in strategic planning, marketing, member services and governmental affairs. She serves on multiple professional and nonprofit boards, including the University of Georgia’s College of Engineering Advisory Board and Adult Literacy Jackson and was named to UGA’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2023.
Lee Chapman has been named Chief External Affairs Officer. Chapman leads Jackson EMC’s member services, governmental relations, business development, residential programming and communications areas. He has more than 35 years of experience, including prior service on the staff of U.S. Senator Sam Nunn. He’s held multiple civic and chamber leadership positions and currently serves on the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia.
Andersonville cemetery plans wreath placement
Andersonville National Historic Site invites you to remember and honor our military veterans during this winter season by participating in the Wreaths Across America event.
At noon on Saturday, December 13, a brief ceremony will be held in Andersonville National Cemetery to honor America’s armed forces. The ceremony will be open to the public with limited seating available. After the ceremony, attendees will be invited to place wreaths on graves in the national cemetery. The event and entrance to the park are free of charge.
- To learn more, including how to participate in placing wreaths, go to this website.
Wreaths Across America’s yearly mission is to place wreaths on the graves of military service members buried in national cemeteries across the country.
ARC relocates Career Resource Center to Duluth
The Atlanta Regional Commission is relocating Gwinnett County Career Resource Center’s office. Its new location in Duluth is at 3805 Crestwood Parkway.
The center offers a range of free services for job seekers, including career assessment testing, job-readiness training, job-search assistance, and connections to approved career-training programs.
The new facility provides upgraded workshop space and additional space to host partner-led workshops, employer events, and community training sessions.
The center also provides a range of services for businesses, including training and skills development for new and existing employees, assistance with employee recruitment, and data tools that provide insights into labor market trends.
The Gwinnett County Career Center supports:
- Jobseekers looking for employment, career changes, or training opportunities.
- Young adults exploring education and career pathways.
- Employers seeking help finding and preparing talent for in-demand roles.
