8-KLeadership Changes

Cheniere Energy, Inc. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jun 2, 2008)

Filed June 2, 2008For Securities:LNG

Summary

Cheniere Energy, Inc. (LNG) filed an 8-K on June 2, 2008, reporting a key executive departure. Jonathan S. Gross resigned from his position as Senior Vice President - Exploration effective May 27, 2008. While he has stepped down from his executive role, Mr. Gross will remain with the company as an employee until July 31, 2008, to facilitate a transition. The company noted that the specific details of Mr. Gross's termination arrangements were previously disclosed in an 8-K filing on May 14, 2008. This departure, while significant in terms of leadership, appears to be managed with a transition period. Investors should monitor any subsequent communications for further details on the impact of this personnel change on the exploration strategy and future operations.

Key Highlights

  • 1Jonathan S. Gross resigned as Senior Vice President - Exploration of Cheniere Energy, Inc. on May 27, 2008.
  • 2Mr. Gross will continue employment with the company until July 31, 2008, for transition purposes.
  • 3Termination arrangements for Mr. Gross were previously detailed in a Form 8-K filed on May 14, 2008.
  • 4The report was filed on June 2, 2008, under Item 5.02 of Form 8-K.
  • 5The company's principal executive offices are located in Houston, Texas.
  • 6Don A. Turkleson, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

Jonathan S. Gross, Senior Vice President - Exploration, resigned from Cheniere Energy, Inc.

The resignation was effective May 27, 2008.

No, Mr. Gross will continue as an employee until July 31, 2008, to assist with the transition.

The specific details regarding Mr. Gross's termination arrangements were previously disclosed in a Form 8-K filed by the Company on May 14, 2008.