As an employee, what can I expect from this merger?

We recognize that employees are the foundation of our company. They create value for our stakeholders, day in and day out. We believe our larger scale and scope will help us maintain competitive pay and benefits, and provide more opportunities for employees to grow and develop in their careers. We will continue to recognize employees for their work and to foster a diverse, inclusive, performance-based culture where they feel valued and can reach their full potential. Above all, we are committed to our employees’ health and safety, both on and off the job.

James W. Bowden, General Manager of Power Delivery Operations for Duke Power’s Northern Region. Bowden oversees the operation, modification and maintenance of Duke Power’s transmission system in a region serving 830,000 customers. His family history with Duke Power goes back more than 100 years — his grandfather joined the company in 1905 and his father also worked for Duke Power.