For the March installation of UMD’s Distinguished Speaker Series, the Labovitz School of Business sat down with Bethany Owen, President and CEO of ALLETE, a publicly-traded company headquartered in Duluth, MN.
The episode covers a lot of ground, from the roller coaster of a first year as president & CEO that Owen experienced in 2020, to how Minnesota Power is leading the clean energy transformation with a sustainability-in-action plan to provide carbon-free energy to customers by 2050.
Watch the full session to learn more about ALLETE and its new president, including tips for anyone who might be interested in working with ALLETE. Here are a few highlights:
Q: What are some qualities ALLETE looks for in new employees?
A: The ideal ALLETE applicant isn’t afraid of tackling challenges head on and should have a passion for learning new things. Continuous learners who are curious, passionate about advances in energy technology, and committed to bringing diverse talents to a team are encouraged to apply.
Q: Is ALLETE hiring?
A: Yes! There are many opportunities for career advancement at ALLETE, which has a diverse set of energy-based companies in its portfolio. You can browse current openings here and on ALLETE’s Careers Page.
