Stuart Reilly brings nearly 20 years of power expertise to the role, including six years at Austin Energy.
AUSTIN, Texas — Stuart Reilly has been named the new general manager of Austin Energy, the city announced on Monday.
Reilly, who has served as the utility’s interim general manager, will officially start on Sunday, Nov. 2.
He brings nearly two decades of experience in public power, including six years in executive leadership at Austin Energy. His background includes utility operations, grid resilience, clean energy and financial strategy. City officials said Reilly has demonstrated strong leadership in driving long-term utility performance.
Reilly has twice served as interim general manager and previously held two deputy general manager roles, most recently overseeing business services such as finance, technology, employee development and support services.
“Stuart’s leadership experience, operational knowledge and commitment to this community make him exceptionally qualified to lead Austin Energy,” City Manager T.C. Broadnax said in a statement. “He understands the challenges and opportunities ahead and has a proven record of guiding the utility with integrity and focus.”
Reilly joined the city in 2007 as an assistant city attorney specializing in utility operations, customer programs and renewable energy. He earned a bachelor’s degree in government from the University of Texas at Austin and a law degree from George Washington University Law School.