CenterPoint Energy

CenterPoint Energy has appointed Jesus Soto, Jr. as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective August 11, 2025. Soto, with over 30 years of energy sector experience, will oversee Electric Operations, Gas Operations, Safety, Supply Chain, and Customer Care, reporting directly to the CEO. He is known for operational excellence, successful capital project execution, and fostering safety cultures. This appointment supports CenterPoint’s planned $31 billion capital investment, enhancing safety and reliability for customers across Texas, Indiana, Ohio, and Minnesota.