DTE Energy of Detroit named two new leaders of its electric and natural gas companies. Inderpal Deol was named vice president, energy supply, and Henry Decker was named vice president, gas sales and supply.
“At DTE, we’re transforming to deliver customers a more reliable, modern grid using the right balance of energy sources that make the most sense for Michigan,” says Jerry Norcia, chairman and CEO of DTE. “Both Inderpal and Henry have a deep history with our company and will play critical roles as we accelerate our efforts to generate cleaner, more affordable energy. The strength of DTE is and continues to be our people, and I’m proud to have such talented and dedicated team members who have a passion to serve our customers and inspire innovation.”
Deol joined DTE in 2006 and has served in several leadership positions supporting electric operations. Her new role will oversee the operation and maintenance of the company’s non-nuclear electric generation facilities, including renewable energy operations, the company’s Blue Water Energy Center, and the two-remaining coal-fired power plants.
Deol earned an executive master of business degree from Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, master of science degree in engineering management and product development from the University of Detroit Mercy, and a bachelor of science degree in chemical engineering from Wayne State University. She is an executive committee member of the Sikh Foundation and has served on the board of trustees for the Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital.
Decker now is responsible for overseeing the organization and operations that deliver natural gas to DTE’s customers. He also will lead the sales and marketing efforts in delivering gas and related services to all customers, from residential through large industrial.
Decker holds a master of business administration degree from Carnegie Mellon University and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He serves as treasurer for the United Way of Washtenaw County and serves on the board of the Midwest Independent Retailers Foundation and the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America.
