Community funded As a large member-owned cooperative with a stable revenue range and a track record of capital credit refunds, Great Lakes Energy presents opportunities to position advanced customer engagement, latency-reducing IT solutions, and cost management services that align with cooperative governance and member-owner value.

Broadband initiative GLE has invested in fiber and high-speed internet offerings for members and has secured significant ROBIN broadband grants; this creates entry points for network infrastructure services, managed services, and cybersecurity to support rural broadband expansion and service reliability.

Digital workplace With a tech stack including iCIMS, WordPress, Microsoft 365, Google Cloud, and cloud hosting, there is an opportunity to upsell modern collaboration tools, cloud optimization, data security, and IT modernization services to improve member communication and internal operations.

Sustainability focus GLE’s leadership in energy solutions and recent EV charging initiatives indicate a strategic openness to smart grid technologies, energy management, and sustainability programs that can be paired with software platforms for demand response, analytics, and incentive management.

Growth via services Recent leadership appointments and community enrichment programs signal a growth-oriented strategy; propose managed services and advisory engagements in digital transformation, customer experience, and operational efficiency to support expanding member services and new revenue streams.