John Bridson is the Senior Vice President of Generation & Operations Support at Evergy, managing over 15, 000 megawatts of diverse generating capacity. A Kansas State University mechanical engineering alumnus, he has held numerous leadership roles since joining the companys predecessor, Westar Energy, in 1993 and also serves on a nuclear corporation board.
John demonstrates a commitment to community and industry leadership outside of his primary role. He has served on the board of trustees for the Kansas Childrens Service League, supporting local families. He is also the past chairman of the board for the Powder River Basin Coal Users Group.
He helps provide oversight for Evergys nuclear power generation through his board position at the Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation.
John Bridson
Sr Vice President Generation and Operations Support at Evergy
Topeka, Kansas, United States
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Topics They Care About
Power Generation Portfolio
He leads a team overseeing a diverse portfolio of over 15, 000 MW, including renewables, coal, gas, oil, and nuclear assets.
Engineering Education
As a Kansas State alumnus, he champions partnerships with the university, using student senior design projects to solve real-world engineering challenges for Evergy.
Energy Transportation
Serves as a voting member on the Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee (RETAC), advising on the rail transport of coal, ethanol, and other resources.
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Work History
9-2025
Sr Vice President Generation and Operations Support at Evergy
6-2018 - 9-2025
Vice President Generation at Evergy
2-2014 - 6-2018
Senior Vice President Generation and Power Marketing at Evergy
Education
Education details unavailable from Kansas State University
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Location : Topeka, Kansas, United States
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Sr Vice President Generation and Operations Support at Evergy
