NRG Energy Names Robert Gaudette CEO

Jan. 7, 2026, 12:34 PM UTC

NRG Energy names Robert Gaudette as its CEO, effective April 30.

  • Gaudette named president; to become CEO as of NRG’s 2026 annual shareholder meeting
    • Currently serves as executive vice president and president of NRG Business & Wholesale Operations
  • Lawrence Coben will remain chair and CEO until April 30
  • Antonio Carrillo, lead independent director, will become chair when Gaudette takes CEO role
  • The leadership change is part of a planned succession strategy

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