- Venessa Harrison joins Southern Company Gas board, effective April 24, 2025.
- Harrison brings $2 billion annual investment management experience from AT&T.
- Her leadership has influenced telecom policy and expanded broadband access.
Southern Company Gas, a leading energy provider, announced the election of Venessa Harrison to its board of directors, effective April 24, 2025. Harrison, the former president of AT&T's Southeast Coastal States, is recognized for her transformational leadership in infrastructure expansion and public policy within the telecommunications industry.
During her time at AT&T, Harrison managed approximately $2 billion in annual network investments, significantly expanding AT&T Georgia's fiber infrastructure to over 6.4 million strand miles and achieving nearly 100% wireless coverage across the state. She notably led the development of the North Carolina Next Generation Network (NCNGN), a model for broadband expansion that has been adopted by other states.
James Y. Kerr II, Chairman, President, and CEO of Southern Company Gas, praised Harrison's appointment, noting her proven leadership and deep commitment to community engagement. Her strategic expertise is anticipated to guide Southern Company Gas (SO, Financial) in navigating the increasing energy demands across its service territories.
Beyond her role at Southern Company Gas, Harrison is actively involved with several prestigious boards, including the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and Georgia Chamber of Commerce, and has contributed to the Atlanta Committee for Progress, the Georgia Historical Society, and the Georgia Research Alliance. Harrison holds a business administration degree, magna cum laude, from the University of Phoenix.
Southern Company Gas is a subsidiary of Southern Company (SO, Financial), catering to approximately 4.4 million natural gas utility customers and over 600,000 retail customers. The company is involved in interstate pipeline investments, asset management for natural gas wholesale customers, and operates natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.
