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SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT WHY NEC CO-OP ENERGY SIMPLY PUT: YOU GET SO MUCH MORE THAN ELECTRICITY It’s hard not to get excited when we talk about the ben- efits of joining NEC Co-op Energy. As a member, you get an honest, upfront electricity rate for your home or business, and friendly, available customer service. But here’s what else you get: • Discounts for past and present military members • Unlimited $50 bill credits for every member you refer • Member-ownership, which means you get a portion of the profits • Support and investment in your community ABOUT THE CO-OP NEC Co-op Energy is a non-profit electricity provider. Co-ops were formed decades ago to offer service to residents in rural areas—and there’s an inspiring back story to how it all got started. Today, there are over 1,000 cooperatives formed across the nation. And members are not turning back. WHAT THIS CAN MEAN FOR YOU When you enroll as a customer, you become a “member,” which also means you are part owner. That’s right. We all have a hand in it. It’s different than the big guys—the investor-owned utilities or power suppliers—because all our profits go right back to the members (you). Every year, members receive a portion of the profits “capital credits”, in the form of bill credits or cash payment. It’s simply neighbors working with neighbors to provide reliable electricity at the lowest price possible. No gim- micks. Just great service–with the kind of benefits that matter to our members. BUSINESS MATTERS MARCH 2018 8