Behind The Wire

In this episode, we invite Pee Dee Electric members to get to know Jordan Hildreth, the cooperative’s new Chief Executive Officer. Hildreth shares his personal journey, professional background, and what drew him to a career in the electric cooperative industry. He reflects the lessons he has learned along the way and what it means to honor the past while navigating the future.

Listeners will hear Jordan’s perspective on leadership, his commitment to Pee Dee Electric’s members and employees, and his vision for guiding the cooperative through a changing energy landscape.

In this episode of Behind the Wire, Todd Moore, Energy Use Advisor at Pee Dee Electric, explains what time-of-use means and why it matters. Todd explains when on-peak hours occur, why electricity costs more during those times, and how small changes in daily routines can lead to real savings for members. Listeners will learn practical tips for shifting energy use to off-peak hours, how smart technologies can make saving easier, and how time-of-use awareness helps Pee Dee Electric keep power reliable and affordable for the entire cooperative.

In this short introductory episode, Communication Specialist David Spencer shares why Pee Dee Electric is launching its new podcast, Behind the Wire. Learn how this initiative is designed to strengthen communication, highlight the people and purpose behind your cooperative, and keep members informed in a more personal, accessible way. David explains what listeners can expect from future episodes and how Behind the Wire will help members stay connected to the progress, innovation, and community impact happening across Pee Dee Electric.