Lincoln, Neb. — The Nebraska Public Service Commission has named
Nebraska Army National Guard Colonel (Ret.) Thomas Golden as its new Executive Director.
A decorated veteran, Colonel (Ret.) Golden, 56, began his military career in the United States
Army in 1989 before joining the Nebraska Army National Guard in 1993. Throughout his 32-
years of service he held numerous leadership roles. Upon his retirement from the military in
August 2021, he was assigned as the Director of Operations for the Nebraska Army National
Guard.
“Tom is a proven leader with an impeccable record,” said Commission Chair Dan Watermeier.
“We are excited to welcome Tom to the Commission and look forward to working with him.”
Golden brings a wide range of leadership, organizational and operational skills to the
Commission. In addition to his extensive military background, he holds Bachelor of Arts
Degrees in both English and Education, and Masters’ Degrees in English, and Military Strategic
Studies.
“I am extremely honored to have been chosen to lead the Commission,” Golden said. “The agency
has an experienced and dedicated staff, and I am eager to begin collaborating with them and our
Commissioners as we work to regulate a vast array of services vital to the citizens of Nebraska.”
The Commission voted unanimously to hire Golden as its new Executive Director during its
Tuesday, December 7, meeting. Golden, who will receive an annual salary of $135,000 will
begin his new duties immediately. He replaces Mike Hybl, who retired in September. ###
