What are the key leadership changes at Dominion Energy announced in this filing?

Effective October 1, 2020, Thomas F. Farrell, II will move from Chairman, President, and CEO to Executive Chairman. Robert M. Blue will become the new President and CEO. Additionally, Diane Leopold will assume the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

What are the compensation details for the new President and CEO, Robert M. Blue?

Effective October 1, 2020, Mr. Blue's annual base salary will be $1,225,000 with an annual incentive plan target of 120% of his base salary. He will also receive a true-up award of $1,875,000 under the 2020 Long-Term Incentive Program for his service as President and CEO for a portion of 2020.

What is the new role and compensation for Thomas F. Farrell, II?

Mr. Farrell will transition to Executive Chairman, effective October 1, 2020. His annual base salary will be $1,200,000 with an annual incentive plan target of 150% of base salary, prorated for 2020. Starting in 2021, his incentive target will be 100% of base salary. He will continue to serve as Chairman of the Board and remain an employee without additional compensation for board service.

How do these leadership changes impact the company's corporate governance?

The company amended its Bylaws in connection with these leadership changes. These amendments specifically address the roles and responsibilities of the Chairman of the Board, Executive Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, reflecting a formalization of the new governance structure.

D 8-K: Leadership Changes & Corporate Changes

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Dominion Energy, Inc. (D) announced significant leadership changes effective October 1, 2020, in an 8-K filing on July 30, 2020. Thomas F. Farrell, II will transition from his current role as Chairman, President, and CEO to Executive Chairman, while Robert M. Blue will assume the positions of President and CEO. These changes are accompanied by updated compensation packages for the key executives. The company also amended its bylaws to reflect these new leadership roles and organizational structure, indicating a planned transition in executive leadership and corporate governance.

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1Robert M. Blue appointed President and CEO, effective October 1, 2020.
2Thomas F. Farrell, II appointed Executive Chairman, effective October 1, 2020.
3Robert M. Blue's annual base salary will be $1,225,000 with a target annual incentive of 120%.
4Thomas F. Farrell, II's annual base salary as Executive Chairman will be $1,200,000 with a target annual incentive of 150% (prorated for 2020), changing to 100% in 2021.
5Diane Leopold appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective October 1, 2020, with a base salary of $850,000 and a $3,000,000 restricted stock award.
6Bylaws were amended to reflect the new leadership roles and governance structure.

DOMINION ENERGY, INC 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jul 31, 2020)

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