KPP TEAM
Colin Hansen
KPP CEO & General Manager
Colin began his tenure as CEO & General Manager of the Kansas Power Pool on February 1, 2022, where he is responsible for the strategic direction, administration, and overall management of the agency. Prior to joining KPP, Colin served for 22 years as Executive Director of Kansas Municipal Utilities (KMU), the statewide trade association for municipal electric, natural gas, water, wastewater, and telecommunications utilities. Before joining KMU, Colin worked as Assistant Executive Director for the Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities. Colin currently serves as the 2021-2022 Chairman of the Board of the American Public Power Association and has served on the Board since 2012. Hansen earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Iowa State University and a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Drake University.
Larry Holloway
Assistant General Manager - Operations
Larry joined the Kansas Power Pool in 2009 as Operations Manager. Larry is responsible for managing the operations of the KPP, including the coordination of KPP load and resources in the Southwest Power Pool Integrated Market, acquisition of generation resources and transmission service, cost and load forecasting for the KPP budget, annual development of the KPP budget and member rates, KPP member capacity accreditation testing and compliance, and participation in the Southwest Power Pool. Prior to joining the KPP, Larry was employed by the Kansas Corporation Commission as Chief of Energy Operations where he primarily served as the KCC’s electric utility policy expert. Larry holds engineering undergraduate degrees in Mechanical and Civil Engineering and a Masters in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kansas as well as a Masters of Engineering Management from Washington State University. Larry is also a registered Civil and Mechanical Engineer in the State of Oregon. He was promoted to KPP Assistant General Manager for Operations in 2014.
Andrew Ferris
Chief Strategy Officer
Andrew joined KPP Energy as Chief Strategy Officer in 2024. Andrew is responsible for resource adequacy and corporate planning and strategy activities. Prior to joining KPP Andrew served as the Director of Financial Planning for the Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU). During his time at BPU Andrew managed SPP Settlement activities, Energy Rate Component forecasting and reconciliation, Purchased Power activities, and was responsible for the development of the Integrated Resource Plan and Resource Adequacy responsibilities. Andrew also held a number of financial, audit, and credit analysis related positions in the wholesale finance space prior to his time with BPU. Andrew earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Truman State University and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Webster University. He also holds numerous certifications including the APPA Public Power Manager Certificate.
James Ging
Chief Operating Officer
James joined the Kansas Power Pool as Director of Engineering Services in 2017 and was promoted to Chief Operating Officer in November of 2024. James is responsible for coordination of KPP load and resources in the Southwest Power Pool Integrated Market, acquisition of generation resources and transmission service, cost and load forecasting for the KPP budget, annual development of the KPP budget and member rates, KPP member capacity accreditation testing and compliance, and participation in the Southwest Power Pool. Before joining KPP, James was the Director of the Electric and Water for the City of Winfield. James was with the City of Winfield for 21 years. While at the City of Winfield he earned his Bachelors in Electrical Engineering from Wichita State University. James also attended Spartan School of Aviation where he obtained an Associates of Science and received Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic certification.
Vickie Matney
Chief Financial Officer
Vickie joined KPP Energy in 2008, became Controller in 2016, and was promoted to Chief Financial Officer in November of 2024. Vickie is responsible for all accounting and finance functions, including the Dogwood Energy Plant accounting, and overseeing the annual financial audit. For 18 years prior to coming to KPP, Vickie was employed by the Wichita Eagle. Vickie holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from Friends University and graduated Summa Cum Laude.
Ivan Seward
Senior Accountant
Ivan became a member of the Kansas Power Pool staff in 2012. He is currently responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll transactions. Ivan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration, both from Wichita State University.
Mike Shook
Director of Energy Services
Mike joined KPP Energy as Director of Energy Services in November 2024.
Leslie Atherton
Director of Member Services
Leslie joined KPP Energy in November of 2023 as Administrative Manager and was promoted to Director of Member Services in November of 2024. She served as the City Clerk for City of Haven for fourteen years. Leslie graduated Cum Laude from Fort Hays State University in 2004 with a Bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies and a minor in Business Administration. She is also a graduate of Wichita State University’s Clerks Academy and holds Municipal Clerk Certification from the International Institute of Municipal Clerks.
