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From lunch server to cat whisperer, Grand Gulf Nuclear Station’s David Samples does it all

David Samples is the humble jack-of-all-trades in the kitchen at the Grand Gulf Nuclear Station training center in Port Gibson, Miss. He has worked at Grand Gulf for two years. 

Entergy crews continue to support power restoration following Hurricane Helene

Entergy has deployed more than 1,000 employees and contract workers to help restore power in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The storm made landfall on Florida’s northern coast before leaving a trail of destruction from Georgia to the Carolinas.

Entergy names Elizabeth Adams as chief customer officer

Entergy today announced that Elizabeth Adams has been appointed chief customer officer for the company. She will report to Kimberly Fontan, executive vice president and chief financial officer, and will assume this new role effective immediately.

Meet the pros: Ashley Melder

Today, we recognize a member of a team that perhaps goes unnoticed until needed, that is, when a physical exam is required or medical qualifications need updating, or just when a nagging cough needs some extra attention. In addition, they work in the access organization, responsible for screening, testing and authorizing access to our nuclear facilities. As part of that group, they help administer the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s Fitness for Duty program, which ensures that our workers are always fit to operate and maintain the plants.

Entergy names Liz Hunter vice president of investor relations

Entergy today named Liz Hunter as vice president of investor relations, effective Oct. 1. Hunter will lead Entergy’s interactions with the investment community and communicate the company’s strategy and progress towards creating long-term sustainable value for its stakeholders.

Rod West shares plans to retire from Entergy

Entergy announced today that Rod West, group president of utility operations, will retire following more than 25 years of exemplary leadership and service to the company, effective Jan. 31, 2025.

As Grand Gulf nears 40 years of operation, Davis shares her personal 40-year perspective

Many of us view Grand Gulf construction days through hazy pictures on the wall, but Linda Davis recalls them clearly with a first-person point of view. That’s because long before we were pumping megawatts, Linda was serving our site.

From power poles to goalposts: Evan Fraser named Entergy Lineman of the Game

The role of a lineman in football is crucial to the success of any team, yet it often goes unnoticed by casual fans. Tasked with protecting the quarterback and creating running lanes, offensive linemen are unsung heroes in the trenches, using their strength and technique to block defenders. On the other side of the ball, defensive linemen aim to disrupt the offense, applying pressure on the quarterback and stopping the run. Whether on offense or defense, linemen are the foundation of any team’s strategy, setting the tone for success on the field.

Meet the pros: Cesar Garcia

Cesar Garcia began his Entergy career in 2006 as a nuclear engineering graduate from Texas A&M. Starting as a reactor engineer at Waterford 3 Nuclear Generating Station in Killona, La., he soon progressed to licensed class where he advanced to senior reactor operator and worked in operations for several years. After a brief stretch with another company, Cesar returned to Entergy in 2018, this time as supervisor in the reactor fuels program at Echelon, Entergy Nuclear’s headquarters in Jackson, Miss.

Behind the scenes: Hidden heroes supporting Entergy’s storm restoration efforts

Three days after Hurricane Francine made landfall, Felton Coleman, manager of Entergy’s Louisiana Distribution Operations Center, stood in a Baton Rouge facility that few know about but that plays a crucial role in restoring power after storms. With hands on the table, Coleman listened intently as his team discussed the latest steps being taken to help restore power to customers across Louisiana.