Stuart Reilly has been appointed as the new General Manager of Austin Energy, according to an announcement from the City of Austin. He will officially begin his role on November 2, 2025.
Reilly is currently serving as Interim General Manager and has over 18 years of experience in public power. His background includes six years in executive leadership roles at Austin Energy, where he focused on utility operations, grid resilience, clean energy, and financial strategy. He has previously held two Deputy General Manager positions at the utility and most recently oversaw Business Services, which covers Finance, Technology and Data, Employee Development, and Support Services. Reilly also served as Chief Operating Officer with responsibilities for Electric System Engineering, Field Operations, Energy Market Operations, and Power Production.
Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax stated: “Stuart’s leadership experience, operational knowledge, and commitment to this community make him exceptionally qualified to lead Austin Energy. He understands the challenges and opportunities ahead and has a proven record of guiding the utility with integrity and focus.”
Reilly began his career with the City of Austin in 2007 as an Assistant City Attorney focusing on utility operations, customer programs, and renewable energy. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government from the University of Texas at Austin and a Juris Doctor from George Washington University Law School. A resident of Austin for nearly three decades, Reilly is committed to supporting Austin Energy’s mission to provide safe, clean, affordable energy along with strong customer service.
