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ATMOS ENERGY CORP 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Dec 3, 2008)

Filed December 3, 2008For Securities:ATO

Summary

Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) has announced a significant change in its senior financial leadership. John P. (Pat) Reddy, the company's Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be resigning from his position effective December 31, 2008. This departure marks the end of his tenure at the company. In response to Mr. Reddy's resignation, the Board of Directors has appointed F.E. (Fred) Meisenheimer, currently Vice President and Controller, to serve as interim Chief Financial Officer, commencing January 1, 2009. Mr. Meisenheimer, who has been with Atmos Energy since July 2000, will hold this interim role until a permanent successor is appointed. Investors should monitor the company's communication for updates on the search for a new CFO and any potential impacts on financial strategy.

Key Highlights

  • 1Resignation of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, John P. (Pat) Reddy, effective December 31, 2008.
  • 2Appointment of F.E. (Fred) Meisenheimer as interim Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2009.
  • 3Mr. Meisenheimer will serve as interim CFO until a successor is appointed.
  • 4Mr. Meisenheimer has served as Vice President and Controller since July 2000.
  • 5The changes were announced via a news release dated December 2, 2008.
  • 6No new material plans, contracts, or arrangements were entered into by Mr. Meisenheimer in connection with his interim appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

John P. (Pat) Reddy, the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, is resigning from Atmos Energy, with his resignation effective December 31, 2008.

F.E. (Fred) Meisenheimer, the current Vice President and Controller, has been appointed by the board of directors to serve as the interim Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2009.

Mr. Meisenheimer will serve as interim Chief Financial Officer until a successor is appointed by the company.

No, the filing states that Atmos Energy has not entered into any new material plan, contract or arrangement to which Mr. Meisenheimer is a party, nor has he received any grant or award under any plan in connection with this appointment.