Enbridge Introduces Key Executive Leadership Changes to Drive Future Growth

Enbridge Announces Key Leadership Changes

Calgary, Alberta – Enbridge Inc., a leading energy company in North America, has recently declared pivotal executive leadership changes aimed at fostering growth and operational excellence. These changes will come into effect on January 1, 2026, marking an important transition phase for the organization.

Cynthia Hansen, the current Executive Vice President and President of Gas Transmission, is set to retire at the end of 2027. To facilitate a seamless transition, she will take on the role of Special Advisor to the CEO starting January 1, 2026. In a statement, Greg Ebel, President and CEO of Enbridge, expressed gratitude and mixed emotions regarding Hansen's retirement, acknowledging her considerable impact on the company and her instrumental role in advancing inclusion and diversity within the workplace. "Cynthia's leadership has significantly contributed to our operations across various business units, fostering the growth of many employees along the way. It has been an honor to work with her," Ebel stated.

Taking over Hansen's responsibilities will be Matthew Akman, who currently serves as the Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy and President, Power. Akman has been a driving force behind Enbridge's strategic planning and renewal operations, and his new role as Executive Vice President and President of Gas Transmission reflects the company’s commitment to leverage his expertise for continued growth. Akman will relocate from Toronto to Houston for this transition.

Moreover, Allen Capps, who is presently the Senior Vice President of Commercial in the Gas Transmission Management (GTM), has been appointed Senior Vice President, Strategy and President of Power effective the same date. Capps's prior experience in multiple roles, including Senior Vice President of Corporate Development, positions him well to lead Enbridge's power initiatives and enhance the company's corporate strategy moving forward.

These appointments underline Enbridge’s ongoing strategy of nurturing homegrown talent and fortifying its executive team. "Investing in our people and creating pathways for their growth while preparing for future leadership needs is crucial for our continued success," stated Ebel.

As Enbridge prepares to embark on this new chapter, it emphasizes its core mission: connecting millions of people to essential energy resources across North America and beyond. They are focused on modernizing energy delivery infrastructure to provide secure, affordable energy—vital for sustaining a high quality of life. Alongside conventional energy, Enbridge is keen on expanding its renewable energy portfolio which includes investments in technologies such as hydrogen, renewable natural gas, and carbon capture and storage.

With over a century of experience in managing energy infrastructure, and with its common shares traded on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges under the symbols ENB, Enbridge continues to build a promising future. For further information and updates, stakeholders are encouraged to visit Enbridge's official website at enbridge.com.

These executive changes signify a forward-thinking strategy aimed at ensuring that Enbridge remains a competitive and innovative leader in the energy sector in the years to come.