El Paso Electric CEO Kelly Tomblin to Retire; Eliecer Viamontes Appointed Successor
El Paso Electric CEO Kelly Tomblin is retiring after six years leading the utility, and Eliecer Viamontes has been appointed as her successor, taking over the role on November 9.
El Paso, TX, October 9, 2026 — El Paso Electric announced a significant leadership transition, with Chief Executive Officer Kelly Tomblin set to retire after a six-year tenure at the helm of the utility. The company confirmed that Eliecer Viamontes has been appointed as Tomblin’s successor and will assume the role of CEO.
The change in leadership is scheduled to take effect on November 9. Tomblin has served as the CEO of El Paso Electric since [Date not provided in summary], leading the company through a period of operational and strategic developments. Her departure marks the end of an era for the regional energy provider.
Eliecer Viamontes will be taking over the chief executive responsibilities. The specific details regarding Viamontes’ prior experience or qualifications at El Paso Electric or elsewhere were not provided in the announcement. The transition signifies a new chapter for the utility as it navigates future challenges and opportunities under new leadership.
The retirement of a CEO is a notable event for any major corporation, particularly for an essential service provider like El Paso Electric, which serves a significant customer base. The company has not provided further details regarding the circumstances of Tomblin’s retirement or the specific mandate for Viamontes as he steps into the role.
Further information about Viamontes’ background and his vision for El Paso Electric is anticipated as he officially begins his duties on November 9.
Story summarized from the original created by Diego Mendoza-Moyers and Robert Moore on elpasomatters.org, see more information here.
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