A native of Prince George’s County, Maryland, Amber Young obtained a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering and Master of Business Administration from the University of Delaware. She began her career at PSEG Nuclear, where she worked as a Valve Engineer, and then as a Breaker Engineer. After two years at PSEG Nuclear, she transitioned to a new position at Pepco Holdings, Inc. (PHI), where she worked as an Engineer in the Transmission Planning Department, supporting Delmarva Power. After seven years, and much professional success in the Planning and System Operations Departments supporting PHI Affiliates, Delmarva Power, and Atlantic City Electric, Amber was promoted a leadership role within the organization. Amber is responsible for the development and monitoring of projects and budget associated with the Capacity Expansion capital plan to ensure transmission system reliability consistent with PJM, NERC and FERC criteria.

Amber is an active member of various power industry stakeholder groups responsible for driving planning strategies and policies for the bulk electric system. Throughout her career, Amber has remained active in community and volunteer organizations including the YMCA Black Achievers program, American Association of Blacks in Energy and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Amber also serves on the board of Delaware Foundation for Science and Mathematics Education and co-leads the Robotics Club at Las Americas ASPIRA Academy. Residing in Newark, Delaware, Amber is a proud mother to two vibrant children.