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A Message From C. Patrick Woods, President, ITC Great Plains

On behalf of the ITC Great Plains team, I hope your 2026 is off to a wonderful start. My name is Patrick Woods, and I’m honored to introduce myself as the new President of ITC Great Plains. While I’m stepping into this role with fresh energy (no pun intended), I’ve been part of the ITC family since 2018. Born and raised in Oklahoma and having spent most of my adult life in Kansas, I’m a Midwesterner through and through. With nearly 15 years in the utility industry—including 8 years here at ITC—I’m eager and excited to bring my experience and dedication to ensuring safe, reliable energy for our communities into this new chapter.

I look forward to working alongside our stakeholders and partners as we navigate the evolving energy landscape in Kansas and Oklahoma—and to getting to know many of you better along the way.

We’ve already hit the ground running in 2026, advancing opportunities through the Southwest Power Pool’s Integrated Transmission Planning process. This annual cycle takes a comprehensive look at near- and long-term transmission needs, resulting in a 10-year expansion plan that carefully balances strategic investment with customer affordability. The projects identified will deliver meaningful economic benefits, create development opportunities for local communities, and help attract new businesses to the region. ITC’s commitment to top-tier reliability has long supported business growth across our states, and we’re proud to carry that tradition forward.

In today’s technology-driven world, upgrading is second nature. Just as we update our phones, vehicles, and even farm equipment, our communities continually enhance water systems, fiber networks, and power lines to better serve residents and businesses. At ITC Great Plains—with offices in Topeka, Wichita, Dodge City, Kansas, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma—we apply that same principle to our transmission system. As a transmission-only utility, we construct, own, operate, and maintain approximately 480 circuit miles of high-voltage lines across Kansas and Oklahoma.

Our network must evolve to keep pace with society’s shift toward electrification and emerging innovations that are reshaping how we live and work. Reliability has been ITC’s hallmark for more than 20 years, and resilience is equally vital—whether we’re weathering a winter storm, connecting new energy resources, or practicing environmental stewardship. Transmission is the backbone of our energy future, moving electricity from where it’s generated to where it’s needed, regardless of source or location.

A modern, comprehensive transmission system is essential to our nation’s economy, security, and way of life. By investing in new and improved infrastructure, we can meet today’s energy goals while ensuring the lights stay on for generations to come.

With a clear vision and strong plan, our team is excited for another year of progress. Thank you for your continued partnership and trust.