John G. Russell
John G. Russell, Chairman
John G. Russell served from May 2010 to July 2016 as president and chief executive officer of CMS Energy and Consumers Energy. Prior to that he served from October 2004 to May 2010 as president and chief operating officer of Consumers Energy, he served from December 2001 to July 2004 as executive vice president and president and chief executive officer-electric of Consumers Energy and from July 2004 to October 2004 as executive vice president and president-electric and gas of Consumers Energy. He has been a Director of CMS Energy and Consumers Energy since May 2010.
Russell is qualified to serve on the Board based on the knowledge and experience acquired throughout his more than 30 years with Consumers Energy. He has in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the utility. His vast experience within the regulated utility industry, hands-on experience and the leadership positions he has held have provided him with a perspective from which the Board greatly benefits. Russell serves on the Board of Directors of Grand Valley University Foundation and also serves as chairman of The Russell Family Foundation. Russell previously served as a director on the boards of Grand Valley State University, Business Leaders for Michigan, The Right Place, Inc., the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, the American Gas Association and Edison Electric Institute.