MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Xcel Energy today named David Eves, executive vice president, group
president – Utilities, effective March 1. Eves will oversee the
leadership of Xcel Energy’s operating companies, a responsibility held
by Marvin McDaniel Jr. who previously announced his retirement. Eves
currently serves as president of Xcel Energy – Colorado, and will
continue in both roles at this time.
“David’s in-depth knowledge of the industry and vast background in the
planning, generation, and delivery of energy makes him well suited for
this role,” said Ben Fowke, chairman, president and CEO of Xcel Energy.
“He is an exceptional leader who will continue driving the company’s
clean energy transition while keeping customer bills low.”
“I’m honored to take on this role and recognize the responsibility of
meeting our customers’ energy needs while delivering value to them, the
communities in the eight states we serve, and our shareholders,” said
David Eves, president, Xcel Energy – Colorado.
Eves has been president of Xcel Energy – Colorado since 2009. He
previously served as president and CEO of Xcel Energy – Texas and New
Mexico. He also served as vice president of Resource Planning and
Acquisition for Xcel Energy with responsibilities including: long-term
resource planning, wholesale power supply, transmission rights and gas
transportation. Eves received a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical
engineering from Kansas State University in 1981.
McDaniel will continue to hold the title of executive vice president,
chief administrative officer, which includes responsibility for
information technology, enterprise security, customer solutions, human
resources and employee services. The company expects to make further
announcements as to the transition of responsibilities closer to the
date of McDaniel’s retirement.
About Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) provides the
energy that powers millions of homes and businesses across eight Western
and Midwestern states. Headquartered in Minneapolis, the company is an
industry leader in responsibly reducing carbon emissions and producing
and delivering clean energy solutions from a variety of renewable
sources at competitive prices. For more information, visit xcelenergy.com
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