Expand Energy Corporation Names Danny Brown President and Chief Executive Officer
Key Highlights
- ➤Expand Energy (EXE) appoints Daniel E. Brown CEO effective October 26
- ➤Brown joins from Chord Energy (CHRD) after leading strategic portfolio transformation
- ➤Michael A. Wichterich returns as Expand Energy non-executive board chairman
- ➤Brown cites LNG exports, power demand and industrial investment as growth opportunities
Expert Statements
Michael A. Wichterich, Chairman of the Board of Expand Energy
“With deep industry experience, a proven track record of leading high-performing organizations through transformation, and a demonstrated ability to create significant shareholder value, Danny is well positioned to help accelerate Expand Energy’s momentum and deliver on as North America’s leading integrated natural gas company”
Michael A. Wichterich, Chairman of the Board of Expand Energy
“He will take a company that is already North America’s largest producer and marketer of natural gas and make it even better. Danny is the right leader at the right time to help Expand Energy deliver on its vast potential. The Board looks forward to him leading the next phase of Expand Energy’s journey, building on the strong foundation created by the talented people across our organization.”
Daniel E. Brown, Chief Executive Officer of Expand Energy
“Expand Energy is unmatched with its scaled portfolio of premier assets in the most important gas-producing regions, enhanced by a differentiated commercial platform that serves customers from coast to coast”
Daniel E. Brown, Chief Executive Officer of Expand Energy
“The opportunity ahead for value creation is significant. LNG exports, growing power demand and new industrial investment are creating a greater need for reliable energy, and Expand Energy is uniquely positioned with the resources and capabilities to meet that need.”
Daniel E. Brown, Chief Executive Officer of Expand Energy
“I am honored the Board has entrusted me to lead this high-potential company into its next era. Together, with the talented team at Expand Energy, I look forward to turning the company’s competitive advantages into sustained, differentiated performance for our shareholders.”
SPRING, Texas, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: EXE) (“Expand Energy” or the “Company”), the largest natural gas producer in North America, today announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has appointed Daniel E. Brown as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective October 26. Brown will also be appointed to the Board. Michael A. Wichterich, who has served as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer since February 2026, will return to his role as Non-Executive Chairman of the Board.
“With deep industry experience, a proven track record of leading high-performing organizations through transformation, and a demonstrated ability to create significant shareholder value, Danny is well positioned to help accelerate Expand Energy’s momentum and deliver as North America’s leading integrated natural gas company,” said Chairman of the Board Michael A. Wichterich. “He will take a company that is already North America’s largest producer and marketer of natural gas and make it even better. Danny is the right leader at the right time to help Expand Energy deliver on its vast potential. The Board looks forward to him leading the next phase of Expand Energy’s journey, building on the strong foundation created by the talented people across our organization.”
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