Allen Hair, Cusp
About Allen Hair, Cusp
Allen Hair serves as the Technical Training Manager at CenterPoint Energy, where he leads the development of training programs for the utilities sector. He has extensive experience in technical training and safety, having previously worked at Vectren and currently teaching as an Adjunct Instructor at Ivy Tech Community College.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Currently, Allen Hair serves as the Technical Training Manager at CenterPoint Energy, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads a team dedicated to the coordination and development of training programs aimed at enhancing workforce skills within the utilities sector. His responsibilities include developing and implementing technical training programs specifically for Indiana Electric and Gas Storage Fields. Additionally, he tracks and analyzes the effectiveness of these training programs to ensure compliance with safety and cost-effectiveness standards.
Experience at Vectren
Allen Hair has extensive experience in the utilities sector, having worked at Vectren for 24 years in various roles. He served as the Lead Technical Training Consultant from 2016 to 2019, where he focused on training initiatives. Prior to this, he worked in Energy Delivery from 1995 to 2013, contributing to the company's operations for 18 years. He also held a position in Safety & Training from 2013 to 2019, where he was involved in developing safety protocols and training programs.
Education and Expertise
Allen Hair pursued his education at the University of Southern Indiana from 1987 to 1989. He later attended Oakland City University from 2009 to 2013, where he studied Human Resources Development and earned a degree in Business Administration. His educational background complements his expertise in technical training, particularly in SCADA systems and electrical safety training within the utilities industry.
Role as Adjunct Instructor
Since 2017, Allen Hair has been an Adjunct Instructor at Ivy Tech Community College in Evansville. In this role, he contributes to the education of students by sharing his industry knowledge and practical experience. His involvement in academia allows him to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world applications in the utilities sector.