NJR announces Koeppe service award

In honor of Alfred C. Koeppe, a member of New Jersey Resources’ board of directors who died on Dec. 6, NJR announced it has created the Alfred C. Koeppe Service Award at its annual meeting Wednesday.The award was created to honor the life, legacy of service and lasting contributions Koeppe gave to the company and New Jersey’s community.

“Al Koeppe was one of New Jersey’s pre-eminent business leaders and a valued member of New Jersey Resources’ board of directors, whose intelligence, insights and integrity have made us a better company,” Laurence M. Downes, chairman and CEO of NJR, said. “His focus was always about helping others and no one I know has had a positive impact on more lives than Al. The creation of the Alfred C. Koeppe Service Award is a fitting tribute to Al and the value of service he exemplified.”

The award, NJR said, will be presented annually to an NJR union employee who exemplifies a commitment to service that improves the lives of others, enhances New Jersey’s communities and benefits the company.

Stephanie Campagna, a New Jersey Natural Gas customer service representative, was named the first recipient of the award.

“Stephanie Campagna is an exceptional employee and a valued member of our team,” Downes said. “Her unparalleled commitment of service to our customers, company and country makes her a fitting and deserving recipient of the first Alfred C. Koeppe Service Award.”