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Unitil Senior Vice President Laurence M. Brock Announces Intention to Retire in July 2021

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Unitil Corporation (NYSE:UTL) announced the retirement of Senior Vice President Laurence M. Brock, effective July 1, 2021, after 40 years in the industry. Mr. Brock emphasized his gratitude for Unitil’s dedicated employees during his 26-year tenure. He played crucial roles, including Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. Unitil, which delivers natural gas and electricity in New England, serves approximately 107,100 electric customers and 85,600 natural gas customers. The company is committed to efficient energy delivery and community involvement.

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HAMPTON, N.H., March 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Unitil Corporation (“Unitil” or the “Company”) (NYSE:UTL) (www.unitil.com) today announced the planned retirement of Laurence M. Brock, Senior Vice President, effective July 1, 2021, capping a remarkable career spanning 40 years in the regulated utility, financial management and public accounting business sectors.

“It was my great pleasure to serve Unitil’s customers and shareholders and I will be forever grateful to the fantastic and dedicated Unitil employees with whom I served these past 26 years,” Mr. Brock said. “Unitil is a special company, managed by a strong team of professionals and I am leaving the Company in very good hands.”

Mr. Brock joined Unitil in 1995 as Vice President and Controller.  Mr. Brock has served Unitil and its operating subsidiaries as Senior Vice President since March 2020, and previously held positions as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and Chief Accounting Officer. Prior to joining Unitil, Mr. Brock worked in diversified manufacturing and financial services businesses after completing his public accounting experience at Coopers & Lybrand in Boston, Massachusetts.  Mr. Brock is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of New Hampshire.

“I’d like to thank Larry for all he has done during his many years of dedicated service, and for developing the strong team of professionals who will lead the Company into the future. He will be greatly missed after his long and distinguished career at Unitil,” Thomas P. Meissner, Jr., Unitil’s Chairman, CEO and President said. “I wish Larry all the best in his well-deserved retirement.”

About Unitil Corporation

Unitil Corporation provides energy for life by safely and reliably delivering natural gas and electricity in New England. We are committed to the communities we serve and to developing people, business practices, and technologies that lead to the delivery of dependable, more efficient energy. Unitil Corporation is a public utility holding company with operations in Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Together, Unitil’s operating utilities serve approximately 107,100 electric customers and 85,600 natural gas customers. For more information about our people, technologies, and community involvement please visit www.unitil.com.

For more information please contact:

Todd Diggins – Investor Relations
Phone: 603-773-6504
Email: diggins@unitil.com

Alec O’Meara – Media Relations
Phone: 603-773-6404
Email: omeara@unitil.com


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Who is retiring from Unitil Corporation in 2021?

Laurence M. Brock, Senior Vice President, is retiring on July 1, 2021.

What is the significance of Laurence M. Brock's retirement for Unitil?

Brock's retirement marks the end of a 26-year tenure, leaving behind a strong management team.

How many customers does Unitil serve?

Unitil serves approximately 107,100 electric customers and 85,600 natural gas customers.

What roles did Laurence M. Brock hold at Unitil Corporation?

Brock held positions including Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer, and Senior Vice President.

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