Chevron Announces Leadership Changes

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Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) has appointed Marissa Badenhorst as vice president of Health, Safety and Environment, effective January 1, 2022. Badenhorst succeeds Dave Payne, who is retiring on April 1, 2022, after 39 years with the company. Badenhorst previously served as general manager of Enterprise Process Safety and has over 20 years of experience at Chevron, holding various leadership roles globally. Under Badenhorst's leadership, Chevron aims to continue its record in safety performance.

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• Appointment of Marissa Badenhorst expected to enhance Chevron's safety leadership.
• Badenhorst's experience in Enterprise Process Safety may improve health and safety standards.

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• Potential continuity concerns following Payne's retirement after nearly four decades.

Marissa Badenhorst Named Vice President, Health, Safety and Environment

Dave Payne to Retire After 39 Years of Service

SAN RAMON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) today named Marissa Badenhorst vice president of Health, Safety and Environment, effective January 1, 2022. Badenhorst, 45, succeeds James David (Dave) Payne, who will be retiring April 1, 2022, after 39 years of distinguished service.

Badenhorst, currently general manager of Enterprise Process Safety, will be responsible for leading Chevron’s Health, Safety, and Environment function, including risk management and emergency response. She will report to Eimear Bonner, Chevron vice president, chief technology officer.

“During Marissa’s time leading Enterprise Process Safety, we’ve seen record high safety performance at Chevron,” said Bonner. “She is a proven leader with a breadth and depth of experience in operations, maintenance and reliability as well as technical and process safety management across global organizations that will advance our aim to lead our industry in health, safety and environmental performance.”

Badenhorst joined Chevron over 20 years ago in Cape Town, South Africa, and has since held leadership positions of increased responsibility at the Cape Town refinery, Pascagoula refinery and in Perth, Australia, where she provided facilities engineering support to the Gorgon and Wheatstone assets. She became general manager of Enterprise Process Safety in October 2020. Badenhorst holds a Chemical Engineering degree from the University of Pretoria.

“I’m truly grateful to Dave for his decades of leadership and his commitment to the health and welfare of all his Chevron colleagues,” Bonner added. “Dave’s career spans the globe and he leaves a legacy that puts the safety of our people and our operations at the core of how we work. Most recently, Dave has led the company’s response to the pandemic and the tireless efforts of his team deserve the highest recognition.”

Chevron is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies. We believe affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy is essential to achieving a more prosperous and sustainable world. Chevron produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry. To advance a lower carbon future, we are focused on lowering the carbon intensity in our operations and growing our lower carbon businesses. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

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Source: Chevron Corporation

FAQ

Who is Marissa Badenhorst, and what position has she been appointed to at Chevron?

Marissa Badenhorst has been appointed as the vice president of Health, Safety and Environment at Chevron, effective January 1, 2022.

When is Dave Payne retiring from Chevron?

Dave Payne is set to retire from Chevron on April 1, 2022, after 39 years of service.

What achievements does Marissa Badenhorst have at Chevron?

Badenhorst has led Enterprise Process Safety at Chevron, achieving record high safety performance during her tenure.

What impact might Badenhorst's appointment have on Chevron's operations?

Badenhorst's extensive experience is expected to strengthen Chevron's health and safety initiatives and maintain its leadership position in safety performance.