01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed September 3, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Evergy, Inc. (EVRG), together with its subsidiaries Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. and Evergy Metro, Inc., filed this combined Current Report on Form 8-K on September 3, 2025.
The report discloses a single executive compensation and leadership change under Item 5.02. On August 28, 2025, Evergy's Board of Directors elected Charles Caisley to serve as Executive Vice President, Utility Operations and Chief Customer Officer, effective October 1, 2025. He previously served as Evergy's Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and Chief Customer Officer.
Mr. Caisley will hold the same positions at Evergy Kansas Central and Evergy Metro, as well as at the other main utilities in the Evergy group. In connection with his expanded responsibilities, Mr. Caisley will receive a grant of time-based restricted stock units with a grant date fair market value of $700,000,a which vest on October 7, 2028. The filing contains no financial results or other financial metrics.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Charles Caisley elected Executive Vice President, Utility Operations and Chief Customer Officer of Evergy, effective October 1, 2025
- Board action taken August 28, 2025
- Caisley previously served as Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and Chief Customer Officer
- Caisley's role extends to Evergy Kansas Central, Evergy Metro and the other main utilities in the Evergy group
- Compensation includes time-based restricted stock units with a grant date fair market value of $700,000
- Restricted stock units vest on October 7, 2028
- Filing is a combined 8-K covering Evergy, Inc., Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. and Evergy Metro, Inc.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the change in leadership at Evergy?
Evergy's Board of Directors elected Charles Caisley to the position of Executive Vice President, Utility Operations and Chief Customer Officer, effective October 1, 2025. He previously held the title of Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and Chief Customer Officer.
Does the appointment apply to Evergy's subsidiary utilities?
Yes. Mr. Caisley will hold the same positions with Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. and Evergy Metro, Inc., as well as with the other main utilities in the Evergy group.
What compensation is Mr. Caisley receiving in connection with the expanded role?
He will receive a grant of time-based restricted stock units with a grant date fair market value of $700,000. The units vest on October 7, 2028.
When did the Board make the appointment?
The Board of Directors elected Mr. Caisley on August 28, 2025, and the appointment takes effect October 1, 2025.
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