Kate Sturgess

Kate Sturgess is a senior finance executive with a career spanning multiple major utility companies. She previously served as Vice President and Controller at Southern California Edison (SCE) and its parent company Edison International.12 Currently, Sturgess holds the position of Senior Vice President (SVP), Controller and Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) at American Electric Power (AEP).36

Career Progression

• Current Role: SVP, Controller and CAO at American Electric Power36
• Previous Role: VP and Controller at Edison International and Southern California Edison12

Professional Activities

• Sturgess is part of a newly reconstituted board, possibly serving as an Independent Director and Audit Committee Chair5
• She has been involved in recruitment efforts for accounting and finance positions at SCE4

Additional Information

Sturgess is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area and has over 500 connections on LinkedIn.3 She appears to be active in professional development, with certifications from NACD and PDA as a director.5