ABOUT US

ABOUT
LEADERSHIP
VALUES & CULTURE
SAFETY
QUALITY
ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICES
DIVERSITY

ROKPOWER is guided by a dynamic team of seasoned industry professionals committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation. With decades of collective experience across powerline construction, transmission, distribution, and operations, our leaders bring deep technical expertise and a shared vision for building a safer, stronger, and more reliable energy future.

Each member of the ROKPOWER leadership team embodies our core values—safety, quality, accountability, and collaboration. Together, they drive operational performance, strengthen partnerships, and foster a culture of respect and continuous improvement at every level of the company.

Their forward-thinking approach and dedication to service ensure that ROKPOWER continues to deliver world-class utility solutions while empowering the people and communities we serve. From the field to the boardroom, leadership at ROKPOWER means leading by example—every day, in every decision.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

JOHN F. CARTER, Chief Executive Officer

John F. Carter is Chief Executive Officer of ROKPOWER, a national leader in power infrastructure. With over 40 years of experience, he’s a proven growth strategist and founder of CarterBrothers. Carter is known for advancing safety, innovation, and equity across energy, construction, and minority business development. Full Bio

ALEX ROUTLEDGE, Chief Operating Officer

Alex Routledge Chief Operating Officer Alex brings more than 20 years of industry experience leading multi-million-dollar programs and complex grid modernization initiatives. His background spans contract administration, cost management, and large-scale utility construction, providing a strong operational foundation for the successful delivery of complex substation projects.

ROBERT GERECKE, Executive Vice President

Robert (Bob) Gerecke serves as General Manager of Operational Excellence at ROKPOWER, leading enterprise‑wide initiatives in safety, performance, fleet, and procurement management. With 36 years of leadership across sales, operations, and executive management, he drives strategic growth, technology transformation, and brand development while championing a safety‑first culture company‑wide.

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NICHOLAS S. VISEL, Executive Vice President

Nicholas S. Visel is Executive Vice President of ROKPOWER, overseeing West Coast Operations, Fleet, and Operational Finance. With extensive experience in operations, finance, and IT, he drives strategic planning and performance optimization. Formerly with Kiewit and Pike Corporation, he holds an MBA from Wake Forest University.

WILSTON LYNCH, Chief Information Officer

Wilston Lynch serves as Chief Information Officer at ROKPOWER, where he leads IT strategy, technology transformation, and data governance. He oversees a 5-year innovation roadmap, third-party IT service alignment, and enterprise-wide digital initiatives that enable operational excellence, performance visibility, and competitive growth across the organization.

RAKAN ABUWANDI, Vice President of Finance & Accounting

Rakan Abuwandi is Vice-President of Finance and Accounting ROKPOWER overseeing financial operations and strategic cost‑control initiatives. With deep expertise in capital modeling, project accounting, and vendor management, he drives performance across operations. Rakan holds a B.S. in Economics from Arizona State University.

DEE GEARY, Vice President of Human Resources

Dee Geary is Vice President of Human Resources at ROKPOWER, leading enterprise-wide HR functions with a focus on talent development, compliance, and strategic workforce planning. With over 30 years of experience—from small businesses to Fortune 25 leadership—she builds high-performing teams and fosters strong employee engagement across the organization.

MICHAEL JOHNSON, VP of Health, Safety & Environment

Michael Johnson is a seasoned safety executive with more than 20 years of experience leading environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs across electric transmission, substation and distribution projects nationwide. He holds a BA in Business Administration and a MS in Leadership and Management from the University of La Verne, along with multiple industry-recognized safety credentials.