Stepping Into The Lead: Janet Rehberg And The Transition At EPB

By Ray Bassett

Published February 3, 2026 at 9:22 PM EST

The year before last, Janet Rehberg joined EPB here in Chattanooga in a newly-created position at the utility to tap the potential of cutting-edge technology such as quantum.

Last fall, EPB’s Board of Directors tapped her to succeed David Wade as its president and CEO in a leadership transition now unfolding this year.

Before the recent winter storm, Janet stopped by our studio.

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