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AEP Names Puesh Kumar Vice President of National Security and Resilience

On March 26, 2025, American Electric Power , listed on Nasdaq as AEP, announced the appointment of Puesh M. Kumar as vice president of National Security and Resilience, effective April 9, 2025, and based in Washington, D.C.
This appointment occurs as the energy industry undergoes an energy transition and faces ongoing cyber threats, including Volt Typhoon, requiring harmonization of cybersecurity standards.
In his new role, Kumar will report to Emily Duncan, senior vice president of Federal Affairs, and will lead AEP's engagement with federal agencies, state, local, territorial, and tribal communities on national security, cybersecurity, and grid resilience issues.
AEP President and CEO Bill Fehrman stated, "Puesh brings to this role deep industry experience and demonstrated expertise in energy security planning," emphasizing the importance of a resilient grid for communities, the economy, and national security.
Kumar's extensive 20+ years of experience in the energy sector includes his current role as director of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response , along with prior positions at Southern California Edison and the American Public Power Association, equipping him to shape stakeholder relationships and policy strategies as AEP invests $54 billion from 2025-2029 to enhance customer service and support growing energy needs.

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AEP Names Puesh Kumar Vice President of National Security and Resilience

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has named Puesh M. Kumar vice president of National Security and Resilience, effective April 9. Kumar will report to Emily Duncan, senior vice president of Federal Affairs, and…

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