Ernie Chacon

Ernie Chacon is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in performance improvement and process optimization within the utility sector, currently serving as Manager of Performance Improvement at El Paso Electric Company since November 2008. Chacon has effectively led initiatives focused on enhancing efficiency in Transmission and Distribution operations, implementing digitization to streamline tasks. Previous roles include Supervisor of Distribution Business Processes, where responsibilities included training and metric evaluation, and a Senior Asset Management Technologies Analyst, specializing in managing joint use agreements. Earlier experience includes environmental assessment and engineering roles at AMEC Earth and Environmental, Robert's Roofing and Siding, and the Texas Department of Transportation. Chacon holds a Master of Science in Business Analytics from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, an MBA from West Texas A&M University, and a Bachelor of Science in University Studies with a concentration in Engineering, Business, and Physical Sciences from The University of Texas at Arlington.