Your Directors - Members Serving Members

Each year, co-op members elect fellow members to serve on EnerStar's 9-member Board of Directors. The co-op has three Voting Districts, each with three Representative Districts, and directors serve three-year terms.

Board members attend monthly meetings, participate in committee work, and receive ongoing industry training. They set strategic direction, approve policies and budgets, and hire a CEO to manage daily operations.

Running for the Board of Directors
Any active member who meets the eligibility criteria approved by the co-op membership and resides in the appropriate district may apply. For more information on the election process, click here

Email Your Director
Have a question or comment for your board? Simply click here — our co-op staff will ensure your message reaches the right director.

Board Meeting Info
The Board of Directors meets monthly. Click here for the meeting schedule. Advance notice is required to attend — visit this link to learn more.

Granville Colvin

Paris, IL
Serving since 2022-CCD, BLC, Gold*
Dist 3 (Edgar)

Danny Gard, Jr.

West Union, IL
Serving since 2000 - CCD*
Dist 9 (Clark)

Darin Griffin

Paris, IL 
Serving since 2021
Dist 4 (Edgar)

Julie Higginbotham
Asst Secretary-Treasurer


Martinsville, IL
Serving since 2023 - CCD
Dist 7 (Clark)

Kevin Julian
Vice Chairman

Metcalf, IL
Serving since 2012 - CCD, BLC, Gold*
District 2 (Edgar, Vermilion)

Thad Martin


Paris, IL
Serving since 2020
Dist 5 (Edgar)