Tom Oney
About Tom Oney
Tom Oney serves as the Executive Vice President, External Affairs and Chief People Officer at LCRA. He has extensive experience in regulatory law and public policy, having held various leadership roles in the energy sector over the past two decades.
Current Role at LCRA
Tom Oney serves as the Executive Vice President, External Affairs and Chief People Officer at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA). He has held this position since 2022. In this role, he oversees external relations and human resources, focusing on strategic initiatives that align with LCRA's mission and objectives.
Previous Experience at LCRA
Before his current role, Tom Oney worked at LCRA as General Counsel from 2014 to 2022. He also served as Executive Vice President, Public and Regulatory Affairs for a brief period in 2022. His tenure at LCRA involved providing legal guidance and managing public and regulatory affairs, contributing to the organization's governance and compliance.
Professional Background
Tom Oney has extensive experience in the legal and regulatory sectors. Prior to his time at LCRA, he was Vice President of Regulatory Law and Chief Compliance Officer at Luminant from 2008 to 2014. He also held a position in public policy at Energy Future Holdings from 2010 to 2014. His career includes roles at Hunton & Williams LLP, where he was an Associate and later a Partner, and at Crosstex Energy as Senior Counsel and Director of Regulatory Affairs.
Education and Qualifications
Tom Oney earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and History from Baylor University, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. He later obtained a Juris Doctor degree from Tulane University Law School, completing his studies from 1996 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in law and regulatory affairs.