Reliable Energy, Inc. (REI) is a world-class trade association committed to ensuring an abundant supply of available, affordable, and dependable energy in the Hoosier state and nationwide. We do this through legislative, regulatory, and grassroots advocacy. Reliable Energy, Inc. promotes policies that keep the lights on, homes warm, and assembly lines moving. When we shut down reliable dispatchable baseload power sources such as clean coal, gas, and nuclear, which can function continuously in any weather condition, we may encounter power outages and higher utility rates. We should learn from the mistakes made in California and Europe to safeguard our state’s economy and well-being.

OUR TEAM

 

The Honorable Jon Ford
President 

Jon Ford holds the position of President at Reliable Energy, Inc. Prior to joining the association, he served as a State Senator for District 38 in Indiana, which encompasses the Terre Haute area, from 2014 to 2023. During his tenure, Jon was Chair ofthe Senate Elections Committee and Senate Majority Campaign Committee and also worked on several key public policy initiatives, including redistricting, gaming, appropriations, energy policy and family and children services. Before entering politics, Jon was President at All-State Manufacturing, and also served as Chairman of the Indiana Arts Commission. In addition, he was a member of the Honey Creek Township board, and served as President of the Indiana Leadership Forum. His background in state government, manufacturing, and community initiatives has fostered his passion for ensuring a reliable and affordable power grid for Hoosier families and Indiana’s manufacturers. Jon plays a key role in developing policies that safeguard Indiana from the threat of rolling blackouts that we see California and Europe facing.


Savannah Kerstiens
Vice President of Communications
Savannah holds the position of Vice President of Communications at Reliable Energy, Inc. She is a graduate of Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis, where she majored in Communications and minored in Public Relations and Political Science. Previously, Savannah served as a press secretary for former Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks (R-IN05) in Washington, D.C. Upon returning to Indiana, she worked as the Vice President of Communications at Catalyst Public Affairs Group. Most recently, she served as the Deputy Campaign Manager for Indianapolis Mayoral Candidate Jefferson Shreve. Savannah’s background in both state and federal government, along with local campaign experience, equips her with the necessary skills to collaborate with policymakers on issues related to the energy industry. She is proficient in building impactful coalitions to promote reliable and affordable energy policy for the Hoosier state.

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