Michael Thornton is an experienced professional in the electric power infrastructure sector, currently serving as the Director of Development at Ferreira Power South since July 2024 and as a Board Member of the Electric Power Infrastructure Club of Oklahoma since March 2023. Thornton has held various leadership roles, including President and Vice President at Imperium Utility Services, EHS Specialist, and Safety Manager at 5 Star Electric, LLC, and Director of EHS at Cobra Energy in Puerto Rico. With a strong background in safety and operations, Thornton has actively contributed to advancing industry practices and project completions throughout a diverse career spanning over a decade. Academic credentials include studies at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City and St. Gregorys University.