GE Vernova comprises Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses, supported by accelerator businesses like Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services.
GE Vernova, the purpose-built global energy company, in preparation for its planned spin-off in the second quarter of 2024, has announced key updates to its leadership team. These changes underscore the company’s commitment to becoming a stand-alone entity focused on driving the energy transition. GE Vernova comprises Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses, supported by accelerator businesses like Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services.
Jessica Uhl Assumes Role of President
Effective January 22, 2024, Jessica Uhl will join GE Vernova as President, reporting to CEO Scott Strazik. Jessica, who has been serving on the GE Board since 2023, brings over two decades of experience in the energy sector. As President, she will guide GE Vernova’s strategic roadmap on technology, innovation, and growth. Her responsibilities will include leading the company’s world-class research and development and business development teams.
Scott Strazik CEO, GE Vernova said, “I’ve had the privilege to work closely with Jessica as a member of the GE Board, and with her proven leadership and extensive experience in the energy sector, I believe she is uniquely positioned for this role and will further strengthen our purpose-driven culture. She brings both domain expertise and practical skills to enable GE Vernova to innovate, grow and lead in the energy transition at scale and to advance our mission of electrifying and decarbonizing the world.In his first few months in the company, Pablo has already become an incredibly valuable and trusted partner for me on how we run our company better and focus our entire organization even more on the customer,” said Strazik. “I’m confident that under his leadership we will be well-prepared to take our next step as a stand-alone company that accelerates the energy transition in lockstep with our customers.”
Pablo Koziner Appointed Chief Commercial Officer
Also effective January 22, 2024, Pablo Koziner will assume the role of Chief Commercial Officer, reporting to Strazik. In his capacity, Pablo will focus on enhancing the customer experience and maximizing GE Vernova’s inter-connected scale across its Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses in key customer growth markets. Pablo, who joined GE Vernova as Strategy Leader from Nikola Corporation in 2023, has extensive global energy and commercial experience.
Strazik expressed confidence in Pablo’s ability to lead the company toward becoming a stand-alone entity that accelerates the energy transition in collaboration with customers. Pablo served as a key partner in advancing GE Vernova’s customer-centric approach during his initial months with the company. His experience includes leading commercial sales, hydrogen fueling, and battery charging businesses at Nikola Corporation, as well as holding various roles at Caterpillar Inc. for over 19 years.
H. Lawrence Culp, Jr, Chairman and CEO and CEO, GE Aerospace said,“Jessica was one of the first people we met in assembling the spin-ready GE Vernova Board and management team.We were excited to get her on the Board and now thrilled, after getting closer to the people and business, that she’s joining the management team full-time.”
As GE Vernova gears up for its planned spin-off, these leadership appointments signify a strategic move to ensure the company’s strength in innovation, customer focus, and leadership in the energy transition. The goal is to position GE Vernova as a resilient and influential player in the global energy landscape.The company, headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with over 80,000 employees across 100+ countries, is uniquely positioned to leverage its more than 130 years of experience to address the challenges of electrifying and decarbonizing the world.
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GE Vernova’s commitment is to power economies and deliver vital electricity for health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.The leadership team, with Jessica Uhl and Pablo Koziner at the helm, reflects the company’s dedication to shaping a future where energy transition is not just a goal but a reality that enhances the well-being of communities globally. As GE Vernova charts its course as an independent entity, its vision remains centered on advancing technology, innovation, and sustainability to meet the evolving energy needs of the world.
Question – What is GE Vernova?
Answer – GE Vernova is a global energy company comprising Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses, supported by accelerator businesses like Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services.
Question – Who is Jessica Uhl and what is her role at GE Vernova?
Answer – Jessica Uhl has been appointed as the President of GE Vernova, effective January 22, 2024. She brings over two decades of experience in the energy sector and will guide the company’s strategic roadmap on technology, innovation, and growth.
Question – Who is Pablo Koziner and what is his role at GE Vernova?
Answer – Pablo Koziner has been appointed as the Chief Commercial Officer, reporting to CEO Scott Strazik. His focus will be on enhancing the customer experience and maximizing GE Vernova’s inter-connected scale across its Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses in key customer growth markets.
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