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In The Loop20 years of Bright Ideas!In this episode, we dive into the Bright Ideas Grant Program—a program going 20 years strong at CFEMC! This grant program puts funding directly into local classrooms to bring hands-on, engaging projects to life.We're joined by multi-year grant recipient, Mary Thompson, who shares how the program has transformed her students' learning (as well as some tips and tricks for potential applicants!) and program coordinator, Jenna Addison, who explains the simple application process and how educators can apply.2025-05-2820 min

In The LoopLineman Tales: Bullfrogs & Storms Don't Happen on Pretty DaysApril is the month we celebrate linemen! With April 14 being Georgia Lineman Appreciation Day and April 18 being National Lineman Appreciation Day, we can't think of any better way to celebrate these brave men and women then talking to two of our own CFEMC Linemen. From the hazards they face to the rewards of the job (as well as a few sneaky bullfrogs), join us as we sit down with Journeyman Lineman Ben Young and Apprentice Lineman Jake Harrod to hear some Lineman Tales!2025-04-1512 min

In The LoopWomen in PowerNot only is March Women's History Month, but it also hosts International Women's Day. In the Loop is thrilled to be joined by Annalisa Bloodworth, President & CEO of Oglethorpe Power and Barbara Hampton, President & CEO of Georgia Transmission. These powerful women talk about their start in the power industry, the issues they've faced and where they see the future of power and Georgia and beyond. 2025-03-2034 min

In The LoopYouth Tour Scoop - Why apply?Youth Tour is a cornerstone program for electric co-ops, but why? What's it all about? In the Loop has the scoop on Youth Tour, from who can apply, what they'll be doing and why this program will make any high school resume POP! So if you're a high school junior - or know one - take a quick listen and apply before the Feb. 14 deadline! 2025-02-0611 min

In The LoopSnow Talk: Restoration & Reliability During Georgia's Snow EventsBaby, it's cold outside! We recently experienced not one, but TWO winter storms - within 10 days of each other! While both presented different challenges and impacts, our CEO Chris Stephens explains how CFEMC's team ensured our members had power during these cold times through restoration and a reliable system and energy mix. 2025-01-2409 min

In The LoopCFEMC Scholarships: Four opportunities to fund your future!CFEMC has several scholarship options and NOW is the time to apply! Whether you're wanting to pursue a technical career or begin your college career, we'll be discussing the four different scholarship opportunities available through January 31, 2025. Don't delay, empower your future today!2025-01-1305 min

In The LoopCFEMC Employees Spread Christmas CheerWhile CFEMC often gives back to our communities throughout the year, the holiday season is a special time when employees donate their time and dollars to help those in need. Join us as we talk about sending goodie boxes to deployed troops and helping local food pantries. 2024-12-1108 min

In The LoopThe DL on our PCAWe've seen the cost of just about everything go up, but the one thing that helps power our lives remains a good value - electricity. Our PCA (Power Cost Adjustment) is just one way CFECM works to keep our rates stable and affordable. Join Taylor and CFEMC President & CEO Chris Stephens as we learn what the PCA does, what makes up our rates and how we pass savings back to our members.2024-11-1412 min

In The LoopSpotting & Stopping Phone, Text & Email ScamsIt seems every day there's a new way for scammers to gain your personal information or steal money. Posing as a utility is a favorite scammer activity, so we're here to set the record straight while also offering other helpful tips to avoid becoming a scammer's next victim. 2024-11-0411 min

In The LoopThe Importance of Vegetation Management: Before and After a StormVegetation Management, we don't normally think about it until a storm hits and trees cause outages. As Hurricane Helene heads our way, we talk with CFEMC's Right of Way Foreman, Richard Davis about our vegetation management program, danger trees, what members can do to help as well as important safety tips for after the storm. 2024-09-2614 min

In The LoopCFEMC's accounting practices and financial responsibility with new Chief Financial Officer, Brandee HoltOn June's episode of In The Loop, we’re going to talk all about Coweta-Fayette EMC’s accounting practices and financial responsibility, including budgeting, checks and balances, audits, CFEMC’s work plan, capital credits, and ultimately why it’s important for members to stay In the Loop about the financial stability and strength of Coweta-Fayette EMC.Joining us to tell us more is CFEMC’s new Chief Financial Officer, Brandee Holt. Follow along to learn all about her background, her new role, and how she works to oversee CFEMC’s accounting practices.2024-06-2712 min

In The LoopCoweta-Fayette EMC's 2024 Summer Teacher Adventures: Learn More and Sign Up!Join us for another exciting episode of In The Loop, where you'll learn all about Coweta-Fayette EMC’s award-winning Summer Teacher Tour program, featuring CFEMC's Economic Development Coordinator Maggie Reenstra.Follow along to hear all the details, including what the program entails, how it got started at Coweta-Fayette EMC, and how teachers can get involved this summer!2024-05-2313 min

In The LoopTake Aim at Progress: Empowering rural communities through international electrificationOn this episode of In The Loop, learn all about “Take Aim at Progress”, a charity sporting clay shoot fundraiser for Georgia Electric Membership Cooperatives (GEMCs) and Vendors that raises money for NRECA's International Foundation in order to bring electricity to impoverished countries.Hear from Coweta-Fayette EMC's President & CEO Chris Stephens about the establishment and growth of the program, how it assists America’s co-ops in raising funds and actively supporting rural electrification in developing countries, and why it is important for us to support this program each year.2024-04-2511 min

In The LoopLineman Appreciation with CFEMC: Honoring the brave men who power our worldOn this month’s episode, we’re excited to celebrate lineman appreciation! Here at Coweta-Fayette EMC, we will celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on April 8, and we ask all our co-op members to join us to help honor the brave men who power our world. This month, we had the opportunity to interview Coweta-Fayette EMC's Executive VP of Engineering and Operations Clarence Wright about why the role of a lineman is so vital to Coweta-Fayette EMC, and why it’s important for us to recognize their efforts. Follow along to hear all about what our linemen do, how we keep...2024-03-2727 min

In The LoopCFEMC's Operation Round Up: What is ORU and how can members get involved?Join us for another episode of In The Loop and learn all about Coweta-Fayette EMC’s Operation Round Up. This month, we're answering common questions from members about the program, including what ORU is, how it started, and how members can get involved. Joining us for the second month in a row is Megan Phillips, CFEMC's Community Relations Coordinator. Visit our website at www.utility.org to sign up for Operation Round Up and help us make a difference in our local community!2024-02-2309 min

In The LoopCFEMC Youth Programs - Apply Now!Join Coweta-Fayette EMC's Rachel Camp and Megan Phillips to hear all about CFEMC's current youth program offerings, including Washington Youth Tour for high school juniors and scholarship opportunities for high school seniors. Listen to learn about the program details, including upcoming deadlines, eligibility, and how to apply.2024-01-2409 min

The Balancing Act with Andrew Temte, PhD, CFAThe V.A.L.U.E. of a Great Workplace Culture (with Chellie Phillips)This episode is part two in my miniseries dedicated to workplace culture -- what it is, why it matters, and how you can move the needle on your organization's culture. This week, Chellie Phillips joins me to expand our thinking on the subject. Chellie is VP of Communications and PR at Coweta-Fayette EMC and is the author of several award-winning books. Her most recent work is Culture Secrets: Any Leader Can Use to Build a V.A.L.U.E. Culture. Tune into episode 124 to hear Chellie's story, her 'rocket-booster' moment, and her thoughts on all things workplace culture.2024-01-1830 min

In The LoopHappy Holidays - How CFEMC shares in the Christmas spiritHappy Holidays from Coweta-Fayette EMC! On this special episode of In The Loop, learn about about how Coweta-Fayette EMC shares in the Christmas spirit each year. Teresa Johnson, CFEMC's Supervisor of Customer Service Branch Offices, joins us to talk about our annual Christmas project and how CFEMC employees worked together to volunteer and raise funds to assist local organizations in the community, as well as pack and ship Hero Boxes to our military service members during Christmas. 2023-12-2007 min

In The LoopGiving Back with VISIONEMCNovember is a time of thanks AND giving! On this special episode, learn how participants of our internal leadership development program, VISIONEMC, worked with local organization, RiverLife, to give back to our community.Hear from Coweta-Fayette EMC's Customer Service Representatives April Bell and Savannah Staples about how their community project developed and ultimately impacted numerous Coweta County residents. 2023-11-2014 min

In The LoopPowering our world – CFEMC's Connor Hoff helps bring electricity to 90 families in Sesaltul, GuatemalaJoin us for a special episode of In The Loop, where we'll hear from CFEMC's Apprentice Lineman Connor Hoff about his participation in the NRECA International Foundation’s recent rural electrification project, where 15 linemen from Georgia co-ops traveled to Sesaltul, Guatemala to help bring electricity to 90 families in need. Hoff shares his first-hand experience in Guatemala, including what a typical work day in Sesaltul looked like, how it compared to line work back home, and what it was like bringing power to those in need.2023-10-1813 min

In The LoopCFEMC's Annual Meeting & Member Appreciation Day: Saturday, October 14, 2023On this special episode of In The Loop, we're excited to talk all about our upcoming Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Day! Megan Phillips, CFEMC Community Relations Coordinator, joins us to share what members should expect at the event, including concessions, activities and amenities offered, parking information, as well as what time to arrive. The event will be held on Saturday, October 14 at CFEMC's Palmetto Headquarters. Please join us to learn more about your electric cooperative!2023-09-2105 min

CFC Solutions CastBuilding Trusting Relationships with Members and Employees Through CommunicationsIn this episode of CFC Solutions Cast, we speak with Coweta-Fayette EMC Vice President of Communications Chellie Phillips about communicating effectively with cooperative members and employees. Phillips discusses the importance of developing trusting relationships with colleagues and executive staff—including tips for building bridges and opening lines of communication. Phillips discusses the importance of developing a strong cooperative culture and the impact the next generation of cooperative employees can bring. Based in Palmetto, Georgia, Coweta-Fayette EMC serves 90,000 members. Learn more about the importance of communication in professional development and ways to build...2023-09-0826 min

In The LoopQ&A with Mr. Jim Fulton, CFEMC Board Chair with Coweta-Fayette EMC’s Board of DirectorsTune in to listen to this special episode of In The Loop, where we had the pleasure to sit down with Coweta-Fayette EMC's Board Chair Jim Fulton to talk all about the roles and duties of a board member, as well gain access to recent board highlights, including an update on CFEMC’s rates, the incorporation of renewables, and the upcoming challenges and opportunities CFEMC may face in the future.2023-08-2826 min

In The LoopQ&A with CFEMC System Control: How System Operators work behind the scenes to keep the lights on and answer our member’s calls 24/7Welcome back to In The Loop! On this month's episode, we’ll be talking all about power outages and how our system operators work behind the scenes to keep the lights on and answer our member’s calls 24/7. We’ll be joined by Coweta-Fayette EMC’s Supervisor of System Control Dawn Hunter to answer some frequently asked questions about power outages, including typical causes, different ways to report an outage and what a member might expect during an outage, and she’s going to explain how system operators are trained to serve our members whi...2023-07-2415 min