About Us

Who We Are

Utilitra is a woman-owned firm specializing in utility and technology solutions.

We provide integrated utility and technology solutions, delivering expertise in design, construction, and metering while equipping businesses and municipalities with advanced technology. Our multidisciplinary team streamlines infrastructure, improves efficiency, and ensures long-term reliability.  Empowering clients with the tools and support to stay ahead.

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Leadership Team

Candy Fowler

President & CEO

Mandy Kayser

 Executive Vice President

Jamie Foster

Chief Human Resources Officer

Ryan Perryman

Executive Vice President & COO

Andrea Donsbach

EVP of Engineering & CAO

Jeff Kochan

Vice President of Technology

Jason Wernex

Director of Safety
 

Our Values

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Family

In our daily interactions we treat each other with respect, trust and sincere appreciation.

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Quality

We have an unrelenting commitment to quality demonstrated through safety, determination, passion and pride.

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Superb Customer Service

In our partnerships with our clients, we demonstrate honesty, transparency and integrity 

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Spirit of Joy

We find value and purpose in our work leading to optimism and contagious positivity.

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Listening

Intentional listening and attention leads to innovation, collaboration and entrepreneurial problem-solving.

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Upcoming Utilitra Events

MEUW Electric Operations  Conference and Expo

January 15, 2026

Wisconsin Dells, WI

Southern Illinois Criminal Justice Summit

February 25-26, 2026

Effingham, IL

 

Powered by Purpose, Grounded in Expertise

Utilitra is a multidisciplinary partner that delivers innovative, reliable construction, design, and technology solutions. Our work is driven by a commitment to safety, innovation, and building what's next together.

  • Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives (AIEC)
  • Edwardsville/Glen Chamber Chamber of Commerce
  • Electrical Board of MO & IL (EBMI)
  • Illinois Municipal Utilities Association (IMUA)
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
  • Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois
  • MEA Energy Association
  • National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC)
  • National Electric Contractors Association (NECA)
  • Southern Illinois Builders Association (SIBA)
  • St. Louis Council of Construction Consumers (SLC3)
  • Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association (WECA)
  • Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)
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