LINCOLN ELECTRIC SYSTEMCHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER Lincoln Electric System (LES) is a municipal utility, owned by the city of Lincoln, Nebraska, with a service area that covers approximately 200 square miles. LES employs approximately 566 people (approximately 27% of which are represented by two unions with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) and serves over 153,000 customers. LES is operated under the LES Administrative Board, appointed by the Mayor, and confirmed by the Lincoln City Council. LES' deep involvement in the community is reflected in the LES Administrative Board. Each Board member is a community leader that offers a valuable perspective on diverse issues confronting LES. There are nine mem