CenterPoint Energy, a leading energy delivery company serving over 7 million customers across six states, has announced the appointment of Keith Stephens as its new Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer. This strategic move signals CenterPoint’s commitment to strengthening its communication channels and engagement with customers and stakeholders, especially in the wake of Hurricane Beryl.
Stephens brings a wealth of experience to this newly created role. He joins CenterPoint from National Grid, where he served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs. Previously, he held leadership positions at Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Fluor Corporation, and a global communications firm, leading a public education campaign for the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Stephens’ expertise in emergency communications, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement is particularly valuable for CenterPoint. He has extensive experience in navigating extreme weather events, natural disasters, and operational issues. CenterPoint President and CEO Jason Wells expressed confidence in Stephens’ ability to drive and sustain improvements in communication and engagement, stating, “We look forward to the value he will bring to our customers and communities.”
Beyond his professional experience, Stephens is also actively involved in industry organizations. He recently served as chair of the Edison Electric Institute’s Executive Advisory Committee for Communications and is a member of the American Gas Association’s Communications & Marketing Committee.
CenterPoint Energy, the only investor-owned electric and gas utility based in Texas, is committed to delivering reliable and affordable energy to its customers. The company operates electric transmission and distribution, power generation, and natural gas distribution operations across Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio, and Texas. With a dedicated team of over 9,000 employees, CenterPoint Energy and its predecessors have been serving communities for over 150 years.
