AEP Names Duncan Senior Vice President of Federal Affairs

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American Electric Power (AEP) has appointed Emily J. Duncan as senior vice president, Federal Affairs, effective February 13, 2023. Duncan, previously vice president of Government Relations at National Grid, brings 15 years of experience managing energy policy issues.

She will oversee AEP's engagements with federal officials and regulatory agencies, succeeding Tony Kavanagh, who retires on June 30, 2023. Duncan's background includes roles at the Solar Energy Industries Association and leadership positions in various energy organizations.

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• Emily J. Duncan's extensive experience in energy policy enhances AEP's federal affairs strategy.
• Duncan's reputation and leadership will strengthen AEP's relationships with government officials.

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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has named Emily J. Duncan senior vice president, Federal Affairs, effective Feb. 13 working in the company's Washington D.C. office. Duncan is currently vice president, Government Relations for National Grid.

Duncan will be responsible for managing AEP's relationships with federal government officials, members of Congress, various federal regulatory agencies and industry trade groups. She replaces Tony Kavanagh who will retire after more than 31 years of dedicated service to the company. Kavanagh will serve as senior vice president, Washington Office until his retirement June 30. Duncan will report to Raja Sundararajan, executive vice president, External Affairs.

"Tony has led our Washington D.C. office and been a trusted resource for federal policy makers for decades. His knowledge and ability to build relationships have been invaluable to AEP," said Sundararajan. "We wish him all the best in retirement.

"Emily brings 15 years of legislative and regulatory experience working on a variety of important energy policy issues. Her extensive industry knowledge, stellar reputation and dynamic leadership will allow AEP to continue to enhance the safe and reliable electric service we provide to our customers."

Duncan, 40, was named vice president of government relations and head of National Grid's Washington, D.C. office in April 2021. Previously she served as their director of federal government affairs.

Before joining National Grid in 2015, she worked for more than four years at the Solar Energy Industries Association, the national trade association for the solar industry. There, Duncan served in several roles, rising to become the association's director of Government Affairs & Counsel.

Duncan is past chair of the Board of the Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE) and is a past-president of the Washington D.C. Chapter of the Women's Energy Network. She has served on the boards of the British American Business Association, the Clean Energy Business Network, the Global Business Alliance, National Energy Resources Organization, the BCSE Foundation, and Women in Government Relations. She also serves on the Advisory Board of the University of Pennsylvania's Kleinman Center for Energy Policy. She is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and earned her law degree from Duke University.

 

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SOURCE American Electric Power

FAQ

Who has been appointed as senior vice president of Federal Affairs for AEP?

Emily J. Duncan has been appointed as senior vice president of Federal Affairs for AEP, effective February 13, 2023.

What is Emily J. Duncan's previous position before joining AEP?

Before joining AEP, Emily J. Duncan was the vice president of Government Relations at National Grid.

When is Tony Kavanagh retiring from AEP?

Tony Kavanagh is set to retire from AEP on June 30, 2023.

What experience does Emily Duncan bring to AEP?

Emily Duncan brings 15 years of legislative and regulatory experience in energy policy to AEP.

What will Emily Duncan be responsible for at AEP?

Emily Duncan will manage AEP's relationships with federal government officials, members of Congress, and regulatory agencies.