United Power has promoted Matt Bartlett to Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, according to a news release on May 29.
“I am pleased to have Matt join the executive leadership team at United Power, in the critical role of Chief Information Officer,” said Mark A. Gabriel, President and CEO. “Electric utilities have become more automated and rely on increasingly complex data and information systems to operate and provide the services members expect. Having the most talented and capable leader in this role is vital to our success.”
According to officials, in 2018, Bartlett was hired by United Power as the IT Infrastructure Manager and later advanced to Vice President of IT Infrastructure and Operations, where he led a comprehensive technology transformation for the department.
In addition to rebuilding their critical network and server infrastructure, he implemented a hybrid cloud environment and established a robust data platform, according to officials.
Bartlett is a certified information service security professional with 20 years of experience, according to officials. He has worked to improve information technology operations across various industries, including electric utilities, non-profits, healthcare, manufacturing and higher education.
Gabriel said Bartlett’s leadership has enhanced both the information technology and operational technology cybersecurity framework of the cooperative, while streamlining operations through targeted strategic process improvements and automation initiatives.
“He has a record of building high-performing teams and a keen ability to align technology solutions with business objectives,” Gabriel said. “I am confident Matt will help United Power bring enhanced services to the cooperative membership, while further developing our talented information technology team to meet the co-op’s future needs.”