Leadership Team

Proven Leadership, Clear Vision

Experienced. Accountable. Focused on the Future.

At Mountain State Energy Holdings, our leadership team brings decades of experience in energy generation, environmental stewardship, and corporate management.

Together, they guide a family of companies united by a shared mission — to provide clean, reliable energy through innovation, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to doing the basics well.

Executive Leadership

Stephen Nelson

Stephen Nelson

Chief Executive Officer, Longview Power

Stephen Nelson leads Longview Power and contributes strategic guidance to Mountain State Energy Holdings. With more than 40 years of experience in power plant operations and management, Mr. Nelson has overseen Longview’s transformation into one of the cleanest and most efficient coal-fired power facilities in North America. His leadership emphasizes operational excellence, workforce safety, and long-term environmental responsibility.

Randy Gillespie

Randy Gillespie

Chief Commercial Officer, Longview Power

Randy Gillespie directs commercial strategy across MSEH’s operations, including energy market management, asset optimization, and regional growth. With over two decades of experience in competitive energy markets, he brings financial and strategic insight that supports the organization’s mission of reliable, cost-effective power generation.
Chad Hufnagel<br />

Chad Hufnagel

Chief Operating Officer, Longview Power

With more than 15 years in power generation, Chad Hufnagel manages the day-to-day operations of Longview Power’s 710 MW facility. His leadership in maintenance, reliability, and engineering has set new performance benchmarks for efficiency and safety.

Jeff Keffer

Jeff Keffer

Chairman of the Board, Longview Power

A founding leader and longtime advocate for modern, clean energy solutions, Jeff Keffer now serves as Chairman of the Board. With over 30 years of experience in energy finance and project development, Mr. Keffer continues to guide MSEH’s strategic direction and investment priorities.

Michael Mooney, CPA – CFO

Michael Mooney, CPA

Chief Financial Officer, Longview Power

Mooney joined the company in 2024 as CFO. With over 30 years’ experience in various finance and accounting roles with a varied background of industries including power generation, technology, manufacturing and construction. Mooney brings over 15 years of power generation experience including development, construction and operations. Prior to joining Longview, Mooney served as VP of Finance at IMG Energy Services and previously worked at Reliant Energy, an NRG Company, and RRI Energy as Lead O&M Budget Coordinator/Analyst. He has a B.S. degree in Accounting from Robert Morris University and is a Certified Public Accountant.

How We Lead

Leadership Philosophy

Our leaders believe in three simple principles:

Integrity in every decision

We operate with honesty, transparency, and accountability.

Innovation with purpose

We embrace technology that enhances reliability and environmental performance.

Commitment to people

We empower our employees, invest in our communities, and act as responsible stewards of the environment.

These principles define not only how we work, but why we work.

Mountain State Energy Holdings

Governance & Responsibility

MSEH is guided by a commitment to regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and operational transparency.

Our leadership works closely with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure every project aligns with the highest industry and ethical standards.

Our Values
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