Avangrid Appoints New People & Organization (P&O) Team

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Avangrid (NYSE: AGR), a sustainable energy company and Iberdrola Group member, has announced key appointments to its People & Organization (P&O) leadership team. The changes include:

1. John O'Neil as Senior Vice President of P&O
2. Khadijah "Kay" Johnson promoted to Vice President of Reward
3. Anna O'Connell promoted to Vice President, Business Partners
4. Paul Visconti promoted to Vice President of HR Operations
5. Rick Bruno as Interim Vice President of Health and Safety

CEO Pedro Azagra expressed confidence in the new team's ability to drive recruitment, retention, and employee advancement efforts. These appointments aim to support Avangrid's growth in Renewables and Networks businesses while maintaining its commitment to clean and reliable energy provision.

Positive

• Appointment of experienced leaders to key P&O positions
• Internal promotions suggesting strong talent development
• Focus on employee recruitment, retention, and advancement
• Alignment with company's growth strategy in Renewables and Networks

Negative

• None.

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ORANGE, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and a member of the Iberdrola Group, announced today the appointment John O’Neil as Senior Vice President of People and Organization, Khadijah “Kay” Johnson promoted to Vice Present of Reward, Anna OConnell promoted to Vice President, Business Partners, Paul Visconti promoted to Vice President of HR Operations, and Rick Bruno to serve as Interim Vice President of Health and Safety. All positions are effective immediately.

“We are pleased to welcome a new diverse team of talented and experienced individuals to our People & Organization leadership team,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO. “I look forward to working closely with each of these proven leaders in our recruitment, retention, and employee advancement efforts to grow our Renewables and Networks businesses to new heights as we continue to provide clean and reliable energy to all.”

John O’Neil has been with the Iberdrola Group for more than 25 years and began his Avangrid career in Rochester, NY as Executive Director of Human Resources Performance and Governance. In 2016, he led the HR integration of Iberdrola USA and UIL to form Avangrid. Soon after completion of the integration, John was promoted to Vice President of HR Performance and Governance, a position he has held for the past nine years.

Khadijah “Kay” Johnson has transitioned from her current role as Vice President, HR Operations and Employee Experience, into the new role of Vice President, Rewards. Kay retains oversight of Avangrid’s employee experience. This is a new role she will add to her already impressive career progression at Avangrid which includes leading the HUB, HR Systems, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, and other critical areas. Kay has been instrumental in the positive evolution of Avangrid’s P&O function.

Anna O’Connell has been promoted to Vice President, Business Partners, and will also lead Employee Relations and Labor Relations. Previously Avangrid’s Director of Labor Relations and Senior Director Business Partner, Anna brings a deep portfolio of experience to this position and will be instrumental in driving further growth for Avangrid.

Paul Visconti is promoted to Vice President of HR Operations helping to oversee Talent Acquisition, HUB Operations, and P&O systems. Currently Senior Director, Total Health, Paul has been instrumental in the harmonization of our pension plan offerings and for developing an award-winning 401k plan for employees. Most recently he has been driving our Total Health benefit programs.

Rick Bruno will serve Interim Vice President of Health & Safety. Rick is highly experienced in Health and Wellbeing, and was previously a senior member of the Health & Safety team prior to the Wellbeing function being integrated into the P&O team.

About Avangrid: Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR) aspires to be the leading sustainable energy company in the United States. Headquartered in Orange, CT with approximately $44 billion in assets and operations in 24 U.S. states, Avangrid has two primary lines of business: networks and renewables. Through its networks business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and New England. Through its renewables business, Avangrid owns and operates a portfolio of renewable energy generation facilities across the United States. Avangrid employs approximately 8,000 people and has been recognized by JUST Capital in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 as one of the JUST 100 companies – a ranking of America’s best corporate citizens. In 2024, Avangrid ranked first among utilities and 12 overall. The company supports the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals and was named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2024 for the sixth consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Avangrid is a member of the group of companies controlled by Iberdrola, S.A. For more information, visit www.avangrid.com.

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Media Contact:

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Source: AVANGRID, Inc.

FAQ

Who are the new appointees to Avangrid's (AGR) People & Organization team?

Avangrid (AGR) has appointed John O'Neil as Senior VP of P&O, Khadijah Johnson as VP of Reward, Anna O'Connell as VP of Business Partners, Paul Visconti as VP of HR Operations, and Rick Bruno as Interim VP of Health and Safety.

What is the significance of these appointments for Avangrid (AGR)?

These appointments are aimed at strengthening Avangrid's (AGR) recruitment, retention, and employee advancement efforts to support growth in its Renewables and Networks businesses while maintaining its commitment to clean and reliable energy provision.

How long has John O'Neil been with the Iberdrola Group before joining Avangrid (AGR)?

John O'Neil has been with the Iberdrola Group for more than 25 years before taking on his new role at Avangrid (AGR).

What was Khadijah Johnson's previous role at Avangrid (AGR)?

Khadijah Johnson's previous role at Avangrid (AGR) was Vice President of HR Operations and Employee Experience.