What does East Texas Electric Coop do?

The organization sale of wholesale power to its eight members on a cooperative basis. Through targeted programs and services, it works to achieve measurable outcomes aligned with this core mission.

Who is eligible for services?

Programs are designed to serve General public based on need and program requirements. The organization strives to provide accessible services to diverse populations.

How is the organization funded?

With approximately $406.1 million in annual revenue, operations are supported through grants, donations, and program fees. Financial information is publicly available through IRS Form 990 filings.

How can someone get involved?

Community members can connect through the organization's website or contact the Nacogdoches, TX office. Opportunities may include volunteering, donations, or program participation.

East Texas Electric Coop

Nacogdoches, TX · Founded 1987

Providing wholesale power to eight member cooperatives on cooperative basis

Primary audience

General public

Work area

Community services

Topic

Community development

Contact

Aj Goff

Website Contact

About Organization

Based in Nacogdoches, TX, East Texas Electric Cooperative provides wholesale power to its eight member cooperatives on a cooperative basis, serving communities throughout East Texas. The cooperative generates $406.1 million in annual revenue while maintaining generation and transmission infrastructure that delivers reliable, affordable electricity to member distribution cooperatives serving rural and suburban areas.

What They Focus On

Mission Delivery

Implementing core programs that directly advance organizational purpose.

Capacity Building

Strengthening infrastructure through strategic planning and resource development.

Community Impact

Creating measurable outcomes that benefit populations served.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$406.1M

-18.2% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$392.6M

-19.2% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$1.0B

-4.5% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

+20% vs 2022

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2023	$406,106,180	$392,597,285	$1,029,168,672	18
2022	$496,652,970	$486,039,329	$1,077,656,250	15
2020	$323,288,587	$313,096,062	$973,623,271	8
2019	$337,586,474	$327,618,631	$1,042,127,187	11
2018	$351,146,227	$341,920,642	$1,051,681,915	9

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Identify Needs

Assess community priorities through stakeholder engagement and analysis.
02

Plan Initiatives

Design strategic programs and allocate resources to address needs.
03

Execute Programs

Implement services through trained staff while maintaining quality standards.
04

Evaluate Results

Measure outcomes and gather feedback to assess impact and improve.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by East Texas Electric Coop

Core Programs

Primary initiatives designed to fulfill organizational mission and serve community.

Community Outreach

Engagement activities connecting with stakeholders and expanding impact.

Capacity Building

Strengthening organizational infrastructure and program delivery systems.

Support Services

Assistance programs addressing diverse needs of community members.

Manager/Dire

5 hrs/week

Milestones

1987

Organization Founded

1987

East Texas Electric Coop was established to address community needs and advance its mission.

1995

Leadership Development

1995

Strengthened governance with expanded board and executive team.

2023

Community Impact

2023

Demonstrated effectiveness through measurable program outcomes.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Robert Boyd Director 8.77 hrs/week · $21,000

Albert Tiller Director 2.38 hrs/week · $19,500

Dan Courmier Director 3.25 hrs/week · $19,500

Frankie B King Director 5.38 hrs/week · $19,500

Kenneth Keeling Director 6.75 hrs/week · $19,500

Pat Brown Director 11.00 hrs/week · $19,500

Steve Delaughter Director 5.25 hrs/week · $19,500

William Speights Director 3.00 hrs/week · $19,500

Kenneth Langley Director 5.75 hrs/week · $19,000

Wes Barron Director 4.00 hrs/week · $19,000

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$3.1M

Highest Paid

$902K

Aj Goff

Compensated Officers

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Aj Goff	CEO	$741,945	$160,154	$902,099	55
Joseph J Hayden	VP Power Sup	$311,976	$169,690	$481,666	40
Maggie Berry	VP General C	$319,439	$140,786	$460,225	40
Lawrence Williams	VP Engineeri	$177,570	$109,607	$287,177	40
James A Wagner	Engineer	$184,841	$98,241	$283,082	40
Carrie Hawkins	CFO	$191,597	$90,779	$282,376	40
Bobby Huckabay	Manager Of I	$160,580	$97,292	$257,872	40
Mark Boyd	Manager/Dire	$21,000	—	$21,000	5.13
Robert Boyd	Director	$21,000	—	$21,000	8.77
Trey Teaff	Manager/Dire	$21,000	—	$21,000	2.75
Albert Tiller	Director	$19,500	—	$19,500	2.38
Austin Haynes	Manager/Dire	$19,500	—	$19,500	4.5
Bryan Wood	Manager/Dire	$19,500	—	$19,500	4.75
Dan Courmier	Director	$19,500	—	$19,500	3.25
Frankie B King	Director	$19,500	—	$19,500	5.38

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Aj Goff	CEO	$738,002	$98,890	$836,892	55
Joseph J Hayden	VP Power Sup	$208,828	$111,453	$320,281	40
Lawrence Williams	VP Engineeri	$167,503	$121,957	$289,460	40
Carrie Hawkins	CFO	$178,589	$79,453	$258,042	40
Bobby Huckabay	Manager Of I	$154,625	$98,404	$253,029	40
James A Wagner	Engineer	$181,468	$69,703	$251,171	40
Maggie Berry	VP General C	$122,637	$77,071	$199,708	40
Mark Tamplin	Vice Preside	$21,500	—	$21,500	4
Robert Boyd	Director	$21,500	—	$21,500	7
Trey Teaff	Manager/Dire	$21,500	—	$21,500	3
Mark Boyd	Manager/Dire	$21,000	—	$21,000	4
Bryan Wood	Manager/Dire	$20,500	—	$20,500	7
Greg Jones	President	$20,500	—	$20,500	6
Kathi Calvert	SEC/Treasure	$20,500	—	$20,500	7
Steve Delaughter	Director	$20,000	—	$20,000	5

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Michael Thomas	Gm/CEO	$213,164	$143,278	$356,442	50
Aj Goff	Interim CEO	$295,640	—	$295,640	55
James A Wagner	Engineer	$179,544	$92,387	$271,931	40
Lawrence Williams	VP Engineeri	$154,861	$102,540	$257,401	40
Carrie Hawkins	CFO	$164,157	$79,975	$244,132	40
John Hargrove	Chief Tech O	$25,000	$4,405	$29,405	40
Albert Tiller	Director	$16,600	—	$16,600	3
Bryan Wood	Manager/Dire	$16,600	—	$16,600	6
Doug Turk	Sect/Treasur	$16,600	—	$16,600	5
Frankie B King	Director	$16,600	—	$16,600	3
Greg Jones	President	$16,600	—	$16,600	6
Jp Dobbs JR	Director	$16,600	—	$16,600	5
Kathi Calvert	Manager/Dire	$16,600	—	$16,600	4
Kenneth Keeling	Director	$16,600	—	$16,600	6
Mark Boyd	Manager/Dire	$16,600	—	$16,600	6

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Michael Thomas	Gm/CEO	$308,766	$189,014	$497,780	50
Lawrence Williams	VP Engineering	$142,732	$103,245	$245,977	40
John Hargrove	Chief Tech Offi	$142,745	$86,277	$229,022	40
Carrie Hawkins	CFO	$151,419	$77,346	$228,765	40
Greg Jones	President	$18,100	—	$18,100	5
Kathi Calvert	Manager/Direct	$18,100	—	$18,100	7
Mark Tamplin	Manager/Direct	$18,100	—	$18,100	3
Wes Barron	Director	$16,687	—	$16,687	2
Bryan Wood	Manager/Direct	$16,600	—	$16,600	6
Dan Courmier	Director	$16,600	—	$16,600	3
Frankie B King	Director	$16,600	—	$16,600	3
Jp Dobbs JR	Director	$16,600	—	$16,600	4
Mark Boyd	Manager/Direct	$16,600	—	$16,600	9
Pat Brown	Director	$16,600	—	$16,600	4
Robert Boyd	Director	$16,600	—	$16,600	5

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Michael Thomas	Gm/CEO	$293,037	$168,162	$461,199	50
Lawrence Williams	VP Engineering	$144,123	$83,701	$227,824	40
Rhett Reid	Director Of Transm	$148,362	$69,580	$217,942	40
Carrie Hawkins	CFO	$145,329	$60,513	$205,842	40
Doug Tomison	Asset Manager	$127,682	$14,775	$142,457	40
Basel Gibbs	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	4
Dan Courmier	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	3
Frankie B King	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	3
Jp Dobbs JR	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	4
Pat Brown	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	7
Pat Lindley	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	2
Robert Boyd	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	5
Sam Allison	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	4
Steve Delaughter	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	7
Wes Barron	Director	$14,500	—	$14,500	2

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Federal Funding

Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov

$1.0M Total Obligated

$1.0M Total Amount

1 Awards

1 Agency

Awards

Agency	Award ID	Type	Period	Amount
Energy	DEGR0000035	DIRECT PAYMENT FOR SPECIFIED USE, AS A SUBSIDY OR OTHER NON-REIMBURSABLE DIRECT FINANCIAL AID (C)	2023	$1,000,000

Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying

4 Registrations

4 Clients

Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 4 total

East Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc..

1 filing

Self

East Texas Electric Cooperative

1 filing

Self

Northeast Texas Electric Cooperative Of Texas, Inc..

1 filing

Northeast Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc..

1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with East Texas Electric Coop

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(936) 560-9532

Visit Website

P O Box 631623 Nacogdoches, TX 759631623

East Texas Electric Coop

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Identify Needs

Plan Initiatives

Execute Programs

Evaluate Results

Programs and Initiatives

Core Programs

Community Outreach

Capacity Building

Support Services

Team & Leadership

Aj Goff

Carrie Hawkins

Greg Jones

Maggie Berry

Joseph J Hayden

James A Wagner

Lawrence Williams

Bobby Huckabay

Mark Boyd

Trey Teaff

Austin Haynes

Bryan Wood

Kathi Calvert

Mark Tamplin

Rhett Reid

Doug Turk

Kennon Kellum

Paul Simmons

William Emmons

Henry Biscamp

Robert Walker

Milestones

Organization Founded

Leadership Development

Community Impact

Associated People

Board of Directors

Executive Compensation

Federal Funding

Awards

Lobbying Activity

Clients 4 total

Contact

Email

Phone