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Diane Johnson

Diane Johnson

Director of Human Resources

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Founder and CEO at IMMERGE Consulting & Executive Services, LLC

  • Education

    • University of Colorado Boulder

      1985 - 1991
      BA Organizational Communication

      Activities and Societies: Coursework: Organizational Development, Business Communication, Small Group Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Mass Communications - President's Leadership Class Scholarship and Leadership Program Graduated Suma Cum LaudeCompleted Coursework at University of Colorado, Colorado Springs

    • University of Colorado Colorado Springs

      1988 - 1991
      Bachelor's degree Organizational Communication

      Activities and Societies: Paid internship with the City of Colorado Springs, teaching a formal interpersonal communication and respect strategies course to City departments

    • University of Nebraska at Omaha

      1988 - 1989
      Organizational Communication, General

  • Experience

    • The Resource Exchange, Inc.

      Jan 1990 - Jan 1992
      Director of Human Resources

      Human Resources and Safety for employees and employed clients.

    • Empakk AS

      Jan 1992 - Jan 1993

      Managed all HR functions for new manufacturing plant, including recruiting, employee relations, compensation & benefits. Reported to corporate in MN.

      • Human Resources Manager

        Jan 1992 - Jan 1993

      • Human Resources Manager

        Jan 1992 - Dec 1992

    • Physicians Home Health Care

      Jan 1993 - Jan 1996
      Chief Operating Officer / Part Owner

      Directed operations and planning for the largest privately owned home health care company in Southern CO, overseeing branches in five cities.

    • Colorado Springs Utilities

      Sept 1996 - Nov 2007
      Senior Manager/Executive over Multiple Functions

      General Manager over Strategic Planning, Human Resources & OD, Training, Forecasting, Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy, Marketing & Product Development.

    • Waverly Light and Power

      Nov 2007 - Jul 2013
      CEO

      Waverly Light and Power is a progressive public electric utility in North East Iowa. The municipal power company is nationally recognized as a leader in energy efficiency and renewable energy programs.

    • Yampa Valley Electric Association

      Aug 2013 - Sept 2018
      President and CEO

      YVEA is an electric cooperative serving more than 26,000 members across 7000 miles with revenue of 60 Million dollars. As the first female cooperative CEO in Colorado, I take my role as change agent and servant leader seriously. The electric utility industry is evolving quickly, in ways that were unexpected just a few years ago. The ability to be nimble, flexible and forward thinking are critical in this environment and I excel in these areas.

    • CulturSys, Inc.

      May 2018 - Feb 2019
      Managing Director, Utility Sector Practice

      Currently, I'm not involved with day-to-day CulturSys work, but I am pleased to be a champion of the model and technology and continue to collaborate with CulturSys in support of my clients. Supporting electric cooperatives and municipal utilities to achieve business excellence through innovation culture consulting and technology.+ More than 25 years as successful CEO, exec and HR professional+ Great team of experienced consultants and technology experts

    • PowerNavigation

      May 2018 - now
      Consulting Advisor

      Provide expertise and support on utility projects.

    • MFP Connect

      Feb 2019 - now
      Freelance Executive

      Pleased to join MFP Connect in support of Roseville Electric Utility in Roseville, CA. This project focuses on customer experience strategy and implementation, along with leadership assessment, coaching and support. http://www.mfpllc.us/workforce-solutions/

    • IMMERGE Consulting & Executive Services, LLC

      Jan 2020 - now
      Founder and CEO

    • Collaboration Unlimited and Collaborative Learning, Inc.

      Aug 2022 - now
      Instructor

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Diane Johnson
      Business of the Year Award Yampa Valley Sustainability Council Aug 2016 Awarded to business and leaders in the Yampa Valley who demonstrate excellent support for community sustainability.
    • Awarded to Diane Johnson
      State Chairman Award for Outstanding Support of the National Guard and Reserve State of Iowa National Guard and Reserve 2008

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Executive & Board of Directors Advisor

      Issued by Seager Memorial Clinic on Jan 2022
      Seager Memorial ClinicAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • President

      Issued by Dress for Success Worldwide - West on Jan 2004
      Dress for Success Worldwide - WestAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Board Member

      Issued by Arthritis Foundation on May 2020
      Arthritis FoundationAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Diagnostic Coordinator for low and no-income people in need of medical diagnostic testing

      Issued by Seager Memorial Clinic on Nov 2018
      Seager Memorial ClinicAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Board Member

      Issued by Northwest Colorado Broadband on Jan 2014
      Northwest Colorado BroadbandAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Board Member

      Issued by Rocky Mountain Electric League (RMEL) on Jul 2017
      Rocky Mountain Electric League (RMEL)Associated with Diane Johnson

    • Community Volunteer & Donor

      Issued by United Way of Routt County and United Way of Moffat County on Aug 2013
      United Way of Routt County and United Way of Moffat CountyAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • National Board Member

      Issued by American Public Power Association on Jun 2012
      American Public Power AssociationAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Vice Chair

      Issued by Waverly Chamber of Commerce on Jan 2013
      Waverly Chamber of CommerceAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Board Member, Waverly IA

      Issued by Rotary International on Jan 2008
      Rotary InternationalAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Board Member

      Issued by Waverly Health Center Foundation on Jun 2008
      Waverly Health Center FoundationAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • 20/20 Strategic Task Force Member

      Issued by Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities on Jan 2012
      Iowa Association of Municipal UtilitiesAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Founding Member

      Issued by Women of Waverly (WOW) on May 2011
      Women of Waverly (WOW)Associated with Diane Johnson

    • Co-Chair

      Issued by Go Red for Women, American Heart Association on Feb 2004
      Go Red for Women, American Heart AssociationAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Board Member

      Issued by Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association on Jan 2014
      Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort AssociationAssociated with Diane Johnson

    • Board Member

      Issued by Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region on Aug 2006
      Humane Society of the Pikes Peak RegionAssociated with Diane Johnson