REMC’s Mabe joins RCC’s Board of Trustees

ASHEBORO — Randolph Community College (RCC) officially welcomed Dennis Mabe, Chief Executive Officer of Randolph Electric Membership Corporation (REMC), as its newest member of the Board of Trustees during the Board’s meeting on Oct. 16 in the Martha Luck Comer Foundation Conference Center, RCC announced in a press release.

“I’m honored for the opportunity to serve our community,” Mabe said. “At 

[REMC], we value meaningful connections, and community colleges have always been a part of my journey. I was a dual-enrollment student who completed my associate degree at Sandhills Community College, and years later, when I returned to pursue my MBA, I took additional courses at RCC — even a few just for personal enrichment. Community colleges have shaped my life in many ways. 

“In my column in the November edition of Carolina Country magazine, I pay tribute to the teachers at Sandhills who helped guide me along the way.”

Mabe, a lifelong advocate for community service and local development, brings more than three decades of experience in leadership, engineering, and operations to the College’s governing board. 

 native of rural North Carolina, he began his career at Randolph EMC as a meter reader and steadily advanced through the organization, becoming CEO in 2024. His career reflects a steadfast belief in personal growth, servant leadership, and the power of hard work.

“Dennis Mabe’s journey embodies the values we champion at Randolph Community College — perseverance, purpose, and progress,” RCC President/CEO Dr. Shah Ardalan said. 

“His leadership and dedication to advancing our region make him an outstanding addition to our Board of Trustees. Together, we will continue to strengthen access, connection, experience and success for all students.”

Mabe earned his degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA from North Carolina State University.