2025 ANNUAL MEETING

BUSINESS MEETING

July 17 - Hendricks Power Expo Hall - 6:30 PM

Attend in person or tune in on YouTube to catch up on current cooperative news and events, hear the results of the Board of Directors election, and see if you're a lucky winner! All participating members will receive a chance to win one of two (2) $500 energy credits or one of eight (8) $200 energy credits. * To win one of the $500 energy credits, you must be present at the Business portion of the meeting at 6:30 PM.

Read last year's meeting minutes here.

CANDIDATES

 AREA 1

BRENT SHAY, INCUMBENT

Brent Shay and his wife, Terri, have lived in Hendricks County and been Hendricks Power Cooperative members for over 40 years. Shay is seeking re-election to represent Area 1. He recently retired as Operations President at Core-Mark, a PFG company, with over 45 years of leadership in wholesale distribution. He serves on the Hendricks Power Board, is President of the Hendricks County Building Facilities Corporation, and is a Precinct Committeeman for Guilford Township. Shay supports Meals on Wheels and Active Grace Food Pantry. He and Terri are active at Plainfield Christian Church and enjoy time with their children and four grandchildren.

AREA 2

ANDY LYNCH, INCUMBENT

Andy Lynch is the incumbent director seeking re-election in Area 2. He graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. While attending Purdue, Lynch worked at the cooperative as a summer employee. After graduation, he took a job with Himsel Brothers Grain and Livestock, where he was employed until his retirement. Lynch has served on the Hendricks Power Cooperative Board of Directors since 1998 and currently serves as the Board President.

AREA 3

MATT HESSION, INCUMBENT

Matt Hession is the incumbent director seeking re-election in Area 3. He is a native of Brownsburg where he graduated from Brownsburg High School. He farms with his brother, raising corn, soybeans and hay. Hession has been a member of the cooperative for 33 years, and was appointed to the board of directors in 1993 where he currently serves as vice president. Hession and his wife, Debbie, have three children and are active members of St. Malachy church in Brownsburg. Hession currently serves on the Wabash Valley Power Alliance Board of Directors.

VOTING

To ensure all members have the chance to vote, Hendricks Power will offer online and day-of voting for our board of directors election. Election results will be announced at the business meeting on July 17, 2025. All participating members will receive a chance to win one of two (2) $500 energy credits or one of eight (8) $200 energy credits. * To win one of the $500 energy credits, you must be present at the Business portion of the meeting at 6:30 PM.

SMARTHUB ONLINE VOTING

July 1-16
If you need assistance voting or enrolling for SmartHub, click here or call our office at (317) 745-5473.

If using a mobile device, cast your vote by following these instructions:
- Log in using the SmartHub app.
- Press the "Vote Now" button at the top of your screen.
- Press "Continue" at the bottom of the page.
- Cast your vote for areas 1, 2, and 3. Please note: there is a link that allows members to view candidates' bios.
- Once your ballot is confirmed, press "Continue" and check the box that constitutes an electronic signature.
-  Press "Cast Vote!"

If using a desktop computer, cast your vote by following these instructions:
- Log into SmartHub by visiting the Hendricks Power home page.
- At the top right corner of the screen, press "Vote Now." 
- Press "Continue" at the bottom of the page.
- Cast your vote for areas 1, 2, and 3. Please note: there is a link that allows members to view candidates' bios.
- Once your ballot is confirmed, press "Continue" and check the box that constitutes an electronic signature.
-  Press "Cast Vote!"

ANNUAL MEETING

July 17, 2025
11 AM - 7 PM
Hendricks Co. 4-H Fair
1900 E Main St, Danville, IN 46122
Members and their families can bring and scan the QR code from their invitation (email or physical) for free admission to the 4-H fair. Showing the pass on your phone or a screenshot will qualify. Once admitted, members can vote at the Sponsor of the Day Pavilion. Members will receive $10 in fair food vouchers to use at any food vendor on July 17, 2025. Members who have voted online will receive fair food vouchers. 

ANNUAL MEETING & MEMBER APPRECIATION EVENT

HENDRICKS COUNTY 4-H FAIRGROUNDS
JULY 17, 11 AM - 7 PM