Meet the CEO focused on energizing Arizona — one customer at a time
How does a kid who grew up training horses become the leader of Arizona’s largest electric utility? In Ted Geisler’s case, it comes down to a lifelong commitment to service, hard work, and helping people thrive. Today, Ted brings that same mindset to APS—leading with a clear focus on how our decisions support the customers we serve and the communities we call home.
In this new profile by the Phoenix Business Journal, Ted shares how his journey shaped his servant leadership style, why he still thinks of APS as a hometown business, and what it will take to reliably power Arizona's remarkable growth.
Phoenix Business Journal subscribers can read Ted’s story here, or you can read the PDF.
APS serves 1.4 million homes and businesses in 11 of Arizona’s 15 counties and is a leader in safely delivering reliable affordable electricity in the Southwest. APS maintains a diverse range of energy resources, including nuclear from the Palo Verde Generating Station, natural gas, coal, solar, wind and energy storage – a mix that’s about 58% clean. With 140 years of experience serving Arizona, APS is the main subsidiary of Pinnacle West Capital Corp. (NYSE: PNW).
