The USA board of directors elected Bradley (Brad) Sawatzke to a second term as its Vice Chair at its June 6 meeting in Amelia Island, Fla. Brad, who is also Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nuclear Officer for Energy Northwest, is responsible for the operation of its Columbia Generating Station in Richland, Wash. His new term runs from June 2017 through June 2019.

“During his first term, Brad was instrumental in driving the visions and strategies that have moved USA forward in our efforts to bring value to our members,” said USA’s President and CEO (acting) John Christensen. “I am excited to work with Brad during the next two years to take us to the next level.”