Derrick Hoelscher is a familiar name around Cedar Creek Lake, as an active member of the CCL Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis Club and in the business community.
Hoelscher will now be tasked with service on the Trinity Valley Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, filling the district four seat formerly held by Jo Ann Hanstrom.
In their regular meeting in March, pursuant to the TVEC bylaws, the board voted unanimously for Hoelscher to fill the remainder of Hanstrom’s term. The district four seat will be up for election in 2026.
“I just want to bring some value to the co-op as a board member and do the best I can for the co-op members,” Hoelscher said. “I enjoy being involved in the community, and it really becomes like a big family. That makes it something I really enjoy doing.”
Hoelscher is a graduate of Texas A&M with a background in business including running a dairy and his current career in insurance. Throughout his life and career he has been a member of several electric co-ops, and noted he still has a lot to learn for his role on the board.
“With all of the growth we are seeing, there we have to be looking ahead to be prepared and making sure we are ready to meet the demand,” he said. “That is true of the business sector, the schools and everyone trying to do the best with what they have.”
Hoelscher lives in southern Kaufman County with his wife Tana. They have two daughters.
