Matt Gerick

Vicepresidente, Asuntos Externos y Experiencia del Cliente

mlgerick@aep.com

Matt Gerick is vice president, External Affairs and Customer Service for AEP Texas. He provides strategic leadership for Community Affairs, Governmental Affairs, Economic Development, Account Management, Customer Service, Advanced Metering Infrastructure, Continuous Improvement and Technology. Gerick leads efforts to strengthen stakeholder relationships, support economic growth, advance regulatory and legislative priorities, and enhance the customer experience across the company's Texas service territory.

With more than three decades of utility industry experience, he brings deep expertise in Texas' deregulated electric market, competitive retailer relations, regulatory strategy, electric rates, customer operations, and stakeholder engagement. Throughout his career, he has successfully aligned customer, regulatory, community, and business interests to support infrastructure investment, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.

He is recognized for building strong partnerships with customers, communities, elected officials, economic development organizations, and industry leaders. He is passionate about leveraging technology, innovation and continuous improvement to deliver reliable service, support economic prosperity and create long-term value for customers and stakeholders.

Gerick and his wife reside in Portland, Texas. They are the proud parents of two sons who attend the United States Naval Academy, reflecting their family's commitment to service, leadership and excellence.