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AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER CO INC 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Nov 2, 2020)

Filed November 2, 2020For Securities:AEP

Summary

American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP) announced a significant leadership transition effective January 1, 2021. Lisa M. Barton has been elected as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, bringing extensive experience from her previous roles within the company, including Executive Vice President – Utilities and Executive Vice President — Transmission. Further bolstering its executive team, Brian X. Tierney will transition to Executive Vice President — Strategy, leveraging his long-standing tenure as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Julia A. Sloat is appointed as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, moving from her recent role as Senior Vice President and Treasurer. These appointments signal a strategic realignment and continuity in leadership for AEP.

Key Highlights

  • 1Lisa M. Barton appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective January 1, 2021.
  • 2Brian X. Tierney appointed as Executive Vice President — Strategy, effective January 1, 2021.
  • 3Julia A. Sloat appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2021.
  • 4The appointments reflect internal promotions and a planned succession within key executive roles.
  • 5These changes indicate a focus on operational efficiency and strategic growth initiatives.
  • 6The press release detailing these appointments is attached as Exhibit 99.1.

Frequently Asked Questions

AEP announced the appointment of Lisa M. Barton as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Brian X. Tierney as Executive Vice President — Strategy, and Julia A. Sloat as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, all effective January 1, 2021.

These appointments represent a planned succession and internal promotion, suggesting leadership continuity and a strategic focus. Ms. Barton's move to COO indicates a strong operational leader taking the helm, while Mr. Tierney's shift to Strategy and Ms. Sloat's promotion to CFO provide financial and strategic expertise at the highest levels.

Lisa M. Barton has served as Executive Vice President – Utilities and Executive Vice President — Transmission. Brian X. Tierney has a long history as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Julia A. Sloat was most recently Senior Vice President and Treasurer and previously held roles at Ohio Power Company.

All executive appointments are effective starting January 1, 2021.