11/14/2025
After more than 35 years of dedication, leadership, and faith, we are honored to celebrate the coming retirement of our founder and owners, Ben and Brenda Uselton.
What began as a small dream in Ashland has grown into something far greater than anyone could have imagined. Under Ben’s steadfast leadership as Founder and President, and with Brenda’s unwavering commitment as Treasurer and CFO, BCU Electric became a name built on integrity, excellence, and faith. Ben has always been the driving force in the field- leading projects, people, and progress- while Brenda has been the steady heartbeat behind the scenes, keeping everything running with precision, grace, and wisdom. Together, they have built something that stands as a testament to faith, perseverance, and purpose- a company grounded in values that will continue to guide us for generations to come.
Through every high and low, every shift in the economy, and every challenge along the way, Ben and Brenda led with the same values that started it all: God, family, and hard work. Their vision and perseverance created a legacy that has reached far beyond the county lines of Ashland - one that has provided countless jobs, strengthened community initiatives, and touched lives in ways that can never be measured. For decades, they’ve stood as pillars in this community, leading by example and leaving an imprint that will never fade.
As they step into this next, well-deserved chapter, we celebrate not only their quickly-approaching retirement, but the extraordinary example they’ve set for all of us. Ben and Brenda have shown us what authentic leadership truly means - to lead with an ambitious heart, to work hard and show up ready every single day, to pay attention to the details, and to always keep your heart open. Their legacy lives on in every project we take on, every relationship we build, and every person who has had the privilege of working beside them.
Though they are beginning the transition away from their day-to-day roles, Ben and Brenda are still here with us for now, and we plan to soak up every moment we have left with them. Their presence, wisdom, and guidance continue to shape the work we do and the people we strive to be.
As we move forward into this next chapter, one thing remains unchanged: the heart of BCU Electric. The same values that built this company - faith, integrity, and commitment to our people and community - remain at the core of everything we do. While the business continues to grow and evolve, our promise to uphold the morals, ethics, and small-business heart that Ben and Brenda instilled in us will never waver.
We are endlessly grateful for all they’ve done - for the lessons, the leadership, and the love they’ve poured into every part of this company. Words will never be enough.
Thank you to everyone who joined us last week to celebrate their incredible journey and send them off with the honor they deserve. Thank you for the heartfelt well-wishes, the hand-picked gifts, the cards, and the warm hugs. Your love and support make this transition all the more meaningful, and we can’t imagine a more perfect way to honor two people who have given so much to all of us.
Cheers to the Useltons!