Summary
This 8-K filing from Southern Company (SO), filed on February 25, 2007, reports a change in its Board of Directors. H. William Habermeyer, Jr. has been elected as a new director, effective March 1, 2007. Mr. Habermeyer brings significant experience in the energy sector, having previously served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Florida Power Corporation (a subsidiary of Progress Energy) from 2000 until his retirement in May 2006. His tenure with Progress Energy also included various leadership positions in nuclear services, engineering, and regional operations.
Key Highlights
- 1Southern Company's Board of Directors has elected a new director, H. William Habermeyer, Jr.
- 2The appointment is effective March 1, 2007.
- 3Mr. Habermeyer will also serve as a member of the Board's Nuclear Committee.
- 4He brings substantial executive experience from the energy industry, previously leading Florida Power Corporation (Progress Energy Florida).
- 5Mr. Habermeyer's background includes extensive experience in nuclear services and engineering.
- 6This appointment may signal a continued focus on nuclear energy operations and oversight for Southern Company.