Named one of the "100 Most Influential Georgians" by Georgia Trend magazine
Christopher C. Womack
Christopher C. Womack is an American business executive who has had a notable career in the energy industry. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Womack grew up in the South and developed a passion for leadership and community service from an early age.
Womack earned a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). He later pursued further education, completing the Program for Management Development (PMD) at Harvard Business School.
Womack's professional career has been primarily focused on the energy sector, particularly in the utility industry. He has held various leadership positions within Southern Company, one of the largest energy providers in the United States.
Womack joined Southern Company in 1988 and has since held several key roles within the company. Throughout his career, he has served in positions such as Executive Vice President and President of External Affairs, President of Southern Company Generation, and Executive Vice President of Southern Company Services.
One of Womack's most notable roles was his tenure as the President of Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company. In this capacity, he was responsible for overseeing the operations of Georgia Power, including its generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity to over 2.6 million customers across Georgia.
Throughout his career, Womack has been recognized for his leadership and contributions to the energy industry. He has received numerous awards and honors, including being named one of the "100 Most Influential Georgians" by Georgia Trend magazine.
Womack is also actively involved in various community and professional organizations. He has served on the boards of several nonprofit and industry organizations, including the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and the Georgia Tech Foundation.
References:
"Chris Womack." Georgia Power, www.georgiapower.com/company/about-us/executive-leadership-team/chris-womack.html.
"Chris Womack." Southern Company, www.southerncompany.com/about-us/leadership/chris-womack.html.
"Chris Womack." LinkedIn, www.linkedin.com/in/chris-womack-86b9b65.