Southern Company Gas Announces Election of Two New Board Members

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Southern Company Gas (NYSE: SO) recently announced the election of Bradley J. Henderson, CEO of P33 Chicago, and Eric S. Smith, vice chair of BMO Bank, to its board of directors. The company expressed excitement about the vast leadership and strategic experience that Henderson and Smith will bring to the board, emphasizing their roles in advancing the company's commitment to creating a more sustainable energy future for its 4.4 million customers. Additionally, the announcement acknowledged Vanessa Allen Sutherland's departure from the board after two plus years of service, expressing gratitude for her expertise and contribution.

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ATLANTA, GA / ACCESSWIRE / November 15, 2023 / Southern Company Gas recently announced its board of directors has elected Bradley J. Henderson, CEO of P33 Chicago and Eric S. Smith, vice chair of BMO Bank to join the board, effective Oct. 15.

"We are excited to have Brad and Eric join our board of directors," said Jim Kerr, chairman, president and CEO of Southern Company Gas. "I am confident their vast leadership and strategic experience will prove invaluable as we continue to evolve as an industry and as a business, committed to creating a more sustainable energy future for our 4.4 million customers."

Kerr also thanked Vanessa Allen Sutherland, executive vice president of government affairs, general counsel and corporate secretary at Phillips 66, for her two plus years of service on the Southern Company Gas board. "Vanessa brought expertise and passion to the board, and we are grateful for her contribution," he said. Sutherland stepped down from her director role Sept. 15.

Brad Henderson brings 20 years of management consulting experience within and leading The Boston Consulting Group's North American operations practice. Today he is CEO of P33, a nonprofit organization founded by business and technology leaders across the private and public sectors to transform Chicago into a tier one tech innovation hub and promote inclusive economic growth.

Henderson and his team orchestrate critical dialogue between commercial, civic and public leaders and officials to advance P33's mission and Chicago's economic growth. He currently serves on the Chicago Council of Global Affairs board of directors, the Chicago History Museum board of trustees, the Rush University Medical Center board of directors and Rush University board of governors.

Eric Smith has more than 30 years of banking experience and currently serves as vice chair of BMO Bank. Smith is responsible for working with the U.S. Commercial Banking team and across other lines of business to develop the bank's strategy and product capabilities, while maintaining effective governance practices as it expands nationwide by cultivating new and existing client relationships.

Smith is an integral senior leader responsible for executing the successful integration of BMO's recent acquisition of Bank of the West. He also leads BMO Empower which is the Bank's $40 billion, five-year commitment to providing increased access to capital for minority businesses and communities.

"I am particularly excited to add Brad and Eric to our board given their experience and proven leadership in Illinois," Kerr said. "With the vital role Nicor Gas and Southern Company Gas play in more than 650 communities, their service on our board will be invaluable to the customers and communities in northern Illinois we are privileged to serve."

About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America's premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.4 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states with more than 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.

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FAQ

Who are the new members elected to the Southern Company Gas board of directors?

The new members elected to the Southern Company Gas board of directors are Bradley J. Henderson, CEO of P33 Chicago, and Eric S. Smith, vice chair of BMO Bank.

What is the significance of Bradley J. Henderson's role in P33 Chicago?

Bradley J. Henderson is the CEO of P33, a nonprofit organization focused on transforming Chicago into a tier one tech innovation hub and promoting inclusive economic growth.

What are the responsibilities of Eric S. Smith as vice chair of BMO Bank?

As vice chair of BMO Bank, Eric S. Smith is responsible for developing the bank's strategy and product capabilities, maintaining effective governance practices, and leading initiatives such as BMO Empower, a $40 billion commitment to providing increased access to capital for minority businesses and communities.

Who is stepping down from the Southern Company Gas board of directors?

Vanessa Allen Sutherland is stepping down from her director role on the Southern Company Gas board after two plus years of service.

What is the focus of Southern Company Gas in adding Brad and Eric to the board?

Southern Company Gas is focused on leveraging the experience and proven leadership of Brad and Eric, particularly in Illinois, to benefit the customers and communities in northern Illinois that the company serves.