Brian Noland Sworn In As TVA Board Member Thursday, December 31, 2020 Brian Noland Brian Noland, of Johnson City, Tn., Thursday officially assumed his role as a member of the Tennessee Valley Authority board of directors after taking the oath of office in Johnson City. His term will expire on May 18, 2024. Dr. Noland was nominated by President Donald Trump on Jan. 28, 2020, and was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on Dec. 20. "TVA’s mission of service ultimately comes down to making the lives of nearly 10 million people better,” said Dr. Noland. “As an educator, that goal resonates with me and I am honored to join the TVA team in helping achieve that end.”