Wildfire Communication Strategies - About Us

Vince Kreul is a utility wildfire communications professional and public policy expert. With nearly a decade of experience in energy and land management policy as a United States Senate Staffer, along with high-stakes experience as the Wildfire Communications lead and Wildfire Public Information Officer at Xcel Energy in Colorado, Vince brings essential expertise in optimizing utility wildfire communications. His knowledge is crucial for protecting the communities we serve, fostering meaningful stakeholder engagement, and ensuring positive interactions with regulators and legislators. 

Vince joined a team of wildfire risk analysts, emergency management professionals, meteorologists, fire scientists, utility construction engineers, and vegetation management specialists. Together, they educated key stakeholders, legislators, and regulators, while also informing the public about wildfire mitigation investments. This collaborative effort was vital for coordinating emergency communications during extreme weather events and Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS). 

Vince is prepared to guide your electric co-op, municipal utility, or IOU subsidiary in creating a comprehensive wildfire emergency communications playbook, developing a plan for pre and post-event regulatory compliance, and designing a robust blue-sky wildfire mitigation education plan.