8-KLeadership Changes

CENTERPOINT ENERGY INC 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Sep 4, 2014)

Filed September 4, 2014For Securities:CNP

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP) announces a key executive appointment within its finance department. Effective September 4, 2014, Kristie Colvin has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. This change follows the retirement of the previous incumbent, Walter L. Fitzgerald, on August 31, 2014. Mrs. Colvin brings extensive experience to the role, having been with CenterPoint Energy for nearly 25 years in various financial and management positions, most recently as Division Vice President Finance for regulated operations. Investors should note this internal promotion as a sign of leadership development and continuity within the company. Mrs. Colvin's long tenure and diverse financial background, including her experience in financial planning, regulatory planning, internal reporting, budgeting, and accounting, suggest a smooth transition. Her qualifications as a certified public accountant and her educational background further support her suitability for this critical financial oversight role.

Key Highlights

  • 1Kristie Colvin appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective September 4, 2014.
  • 2The appointment follows the retirement of Walter L. Fitzgerald on August 31, 2014.
  • 3Mrs. Colvin has nearly 25 years of experience with CenterPoint Energy in various financial roles.
  • 4Her previous role was Division Vice President Finance, Regulated Operations.
  • 5Mrs. Colvin has held responsibilities in financial planning, regulatory planning, internal reporting, budgeting, and accounting.
  • 6She is a certified public accountant with a bachelor's degree in accounting and finance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kristie Colvin has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of CenterPoint Energy, Inc., effective September 4, 2014.

The change was due to the retirement of the previous Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, Walter L. Fitzgerald, effective August 31, 2014.

Mrs. Colvin has been with CenterPoint Energy for nearly 25 years and has held various financial roles with increasing responsibility, including Division Vice President Finance for regulated operations and Senior Director of Financial Planning and Performance Measurement.

Mrs. Colvin is a certified public accountant and holds a bachelor's degree in accounting and finance. She has extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, regulatory planning, internal reporting, budgeting, and accounting.