CVX - Leadership updates

R. Hewitt Pate to retire after 17 years with the company Scott A. Keller named general counsel Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) today announced the appointment of Scott A. Keller as general counsel. Keller, 44, will join Chevron on July 1 as general counsel, and will report to Chevron's current chief legal officer, R. Hewitt Pate, in anticipation of Pate's expected retirement in mid-2027 after 17 years of service. Upon his expected appointment to the position of chief legal officer, effective January 1, 2027, Keller will lead the company's worldwide legal affairs. He will report to Chevron Chairman and CEO Mike Wirth. "Scott brings exceptional experience and expertise, including

Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) today provided an overview of the company's business performance and plans at its Annual Meeting of Stockholders. The meeting highlighted the company's strong performance and consistent strategy, with stockholders showing their support by voting in favor of the full slate of Directors and with the company's recommendations on all matters to be voted upon. "Recent events remind us of the importance of energy," said Mike Wirth, Chevron's chairman and chief executive officer. "Oil and natural gas remain vital to people, economies, and global energy security. While the future is uncertain, our actions are not. Our strategy remains consistent: leverage our streng

NEW YORK, April 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage: Escalating geopolitical tensions and renewed disruptions to key shipping corridors, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, are once again highlighting a persistent vulnerability: global energy security remains fragile. Despite years of diversification efforts, both the United States and Europe continue to face exposure to supply disruptions capable of cascading through economies, industries and households. In this environment, companies focused on unlocking new energy resources in politically stable regions are attracting increased attention. Greenland Energy Company (NASDAQ:GLND) (profile) is one such oper

NEW YORK, April 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage: Rising geopolitical tensions and renewed disruptions to global shipping lanes, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, are once again underscoring a hard truth for policymakers: Energy security remains deeply fragile. The United States and Europe, despite years of diversification efforts, continue to face exposure to supply shocks that can ripple across economies, industries and households. Against this backdrop, companies working to unlock new, politically stable energy resources are drawing increased attention. One such company is Greenland Energy Company (NASDAQ:GLND) (profile), which is advancing explora

Alana K. Knowles to retire after 38 years with the company Amit R. Ghai named Controller of Chevron Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) announced today the appointment of Amit R. Ghai as Controller of Chevron, effective March 1, 2026. Ghai will succeed Alana K. Knowles, in anticipation of her expected retirement from Chevron in April 2026, after 38 years of service. Ghai will lead Chevron's accounting policy, corporate and external financial reporting, internal controls, global business services and digital finance teams. He will report to Eimear Bonner, Chevron's Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. "Amit's broad financial background, effective leadership as assistant controller

Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) announced that John B. Hess has been appointed to Chevron's Board of Directors. Hess, 71, served as CEO of Hess Corporation from 1995 to 2025 and as Chairman from 1995 to 2013. He led the company through its strategic transformation from an integrated oil company into a focused global independent exploration and production company. "We are excited to welcome John Hess to Chevron's Board," said Mike Wirth, Chevron's Chairman and CEO. "John not only built a great company, he is a highly respected industry leader, and our Board will benefit from his global experience, relationships and expertise." "I am delighted to join Chevron's Board of Directors at such

NEW YORK, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Block Inc. (NYSE:XYZ) will replace Hess Corp. (NYSE:HES) in the S&P 500 effective prior to the opening of trading on Wednesday, July 23. S&P 500 and S&P 100 constituent Chevron Corp. (NYSE: CVX) has acquired Hess Corp in a deal that closed today, July 18. Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date: Effective Date Index Name  Action Company Name Ticker GICS Sector July 23, 2025 S&P 500 Addition Block XYZ Financials July 23, 2025 S&P 500 Deletion Hess HES Energy For more information about S&P Dow Jones Indices, please visit www.spdji.com.  ABOUT S&P DOW JONES INDICES S&P Dow Jones Indi

Creates premier integrated oil & gas company Combines world-class assets, people and capabilities Drives industry-leading free cash flow growth and shareholder returns Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Hess Corporation (NYSE:HES) following the satisfaction of all necessary closing conditions, including a favorable arbitration outcome regarding Hess' offshore Guyana asset. The combined company has one of the most advantaged and differentiated portfolios in the industry, with leading positions in critical energy markets around the world and a high cash margin production profile. In addition, on July 17, 2025, the Federal Trade Co

Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) today provided an overview of the company's business performance and plans at its Annual Meeting of Stockholders. The meeting highlighted the company's strong performance and consistent strategy, with stockholders showing their support by voting in favor of the full slate of Directors and with the company's recommendations on all matters to be voted upon. "Our strong performance in 2024 and through the first quarter reflects strong project execution and cost and capital discipline," said Mike Wirth, Chevron's chairman and chief executive officer. "We appreciate the confidence our stockholders have shown in our governance and performance and look forward to c

SilverBow Resources, Inc. (NYSE:SBOW) ("SilverBow" or "the Company") announced today that Leland "Lee" T. Jourdan has been appointed to the SilverBow Board of Directors (the "Board"), effective March 27, 2024. Mr. Jourdan's appointment is part of SilverBow's long-term and ongoing director search program conducted over the last 18 months with the assistance of a globally recognized search firm. Mr. Jourdan has deep experience in the oil and gas industry, and his leadership and accomplishments in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion ("DEI") have been widely recognized. He brings a demonstrated track record in international commercial and business development, mergers and acquisitions,

After 33 years of distinguished service, Mark Ross, President of Chevron Shipping Company, has elected to retire effective May 1, 2024. Barbara Pickering, currently Vice President of Operations, Chevron Shipping Company, will succeed Mark as President. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240124396325/en/Mark Ross, President, Chevron Shipping Company (Photo: Business Wire) Mark has led Chevron Shipping Company since 2015. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Operations of the company for four years. He joined Chevron in 1990 and has held positions of increasing responsibility in Chevron's Midstream, Upstream,

Civitas Resources, Inc. (NYSE:CIVI) ("Civitas" or the "Company") today announced that Hodge Walker has been appointed Chief Operating Officer, effective April 5, 2023. He will replace Matt Owens who has left the company. Chris Doyle, President and CEO, said, "On behalf of the Board of Directors and the Company, I am pleased to welcome Hodge to Civitas. With more than 25 years of industry experience, Hodge has a proven track record of successfully leading teams and driving a culture of operational excellence. I am confident he will help advance our already strong team and our commitment to safe, efficient, and responsible operations. Finally, I would like to thank Matt for the significant

Alana Knowles named Vice President and Controller David Inchausti to retire after 35 years with Chevron Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) today announced the appointment of Alana K. Knowles as vice president and controller, effective March 1, 2023. Knowles will succeed David A. Inchausti, who will resign from that position effective February 28, 2023, and is expected to retire from the company in April 2023, after 35 years of service. Knowles will lead Chevron's accounting policy and external reporting, financial reporting and analysis, internal controls and digital finance organizations. She will report to Pierre Breber, Chevron's vice president and chief financial officer. "Alana's bread

Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) announced that the independent directors of the Chevron Board have selected Dr. Wanda M. Austin as lead independent director, effective May 25, 2022. Dr. Austin succeeds Dr. Ronald D. Sugar in that role, who will remain on the Chevron Board. Austin has served on the Chevron Board since December 2016. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220526005717/en/(Photo: Business Wire) "We are pleased to announce Dr. Austin's selection as our next lead independent director," said Mike Wirth, chairman and CEO. "Wanda was selected by the independent directors of the Board based on her thoughtful leader

Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) today announced the appointment of Eimear Bonner as vice president, reporting to Chairman and CEO Michael Wirth, effective August 2. Bonner will also continue as president, Chevron Technical Center, and chief technology officer, overseeing the application of technology, research and development, and Chevron's digital strategy. "I welcome Eimear to Chevron's executive leadership team," Wirth said. "Eimear is an accomplished leader. Her perspective, earned through numerous assignments managing some of the company's most significant assets, prepares her to serve our company and our stockholders well in this key role." Bonner, 47, served as general director of C

Seasoned business leader brings operational and DEI expertise to fuel next phase of corporate growth PROS Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:PRO), a provider of AI-powered solutions that optimize selling in the digital economy, today announced the appointment of Leland T. "Lee" Jourdan to its board of directors effective June 1, 2021. Jourdan joins the board as an independent director. Jourdan is a seasoned business development and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) leader within the Oil & Gas industry. Recently retired from Chevron (NYSE:CVX), he spent the past 18 years in senior management roles including Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Senior Management Sponsor, and Vice President, Commerc

SAN RAMON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) announced that Marillyn A. Hewson has been elected to Chevron’s board of directors, effective on January 1, 2021. She will serve on the Audit Committee of the Board. Hewson, 66, is executive chairman of Lockheed Martin Corporation. She served as Lockheed Martin’s chairman, president and chief executive officer from January 2014 to June 2020 and held the positions of president and chief executive officer from January 2013 to December 2013. “It’s truly an honor to welcome Marillyn to Chevron’s board,” said Chevron Chairman and CEO Michael Wirth. “Marillyn is one of the world’s most accomplished business leaders. S

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Maverick Natural Resources, LLC (“Maverick” or the “Company”) announced today that it has acquired FourPoint Energy, LLC (“FourPoint”), the largest producer in the Western Anadarko Basin. In conjunction with the all-equity merger, FourPoint became a wholly owned subsidiary of Maverick and was renamed Unbridled Resources, LLC (“Unbridled”). Both Maverick and FourPoint are majority controlled by EIG Global Energy Partners (“EIG”) managed funds. The acquired assets produce approximately 50,000 net barrels of oil equivalent per day (47% liquids) from Western Oklahoma and Northern Texas. The Unbridled position spans 700,000 acres across the core of the Granit