Expand Energy CEO Dell'Osso replaced by Chairman Wichterich; HQ to move to Houston
Expand Energy's board named Chairman Michael Wichterich interim president and chief executive, replacing Domenic (Nick) Dell'Osso, who also resigned from the board. The company also plans to move its headquarters from Oklahoma City to the Houston area in mid-2026, and it reaffirmed its synergy, capital and operating outlook for the fourth quarter and full year 2025. The board is starting a search for a permanent CEO.
Key points
- Wichterich appointed interim CEO effective immediately, with the board action dated February 6, 2026
- Interim pay includes a $125,000 monthly base salary and a long-term incentive award with a grant date fair value of $3.6 million
- Headquarters relocation to the Houston area planned for mid-2026; Oklahoma City to remain a center of excellence
- Fourth quarter and full year 2025 results and 2026 outlook due after market close on February 17, 2026
The filing
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