Shell EVP Gulf of America appointed President, Shell USA
- Colette Hirstius will become president of Shell USA on August 1, succeeding Gretchen Watkins who will step down on July 31, 2025.
- Watkins's departure follows seven years leading Shell USA, during which she focused on driving performance, discipline, and simplification in the company’s U.S. Businesses.
- Colette Hirstius currently holds the role of Executive Vice President for Shell’s Americas region and will assume leadership of the company’s vast U.S. Mobility network, which serves more than seven million customers daily.
- Shell CEO Wael Sawan highlighted potential growth in the U.S. And said under Colette’s leadership they intend to build on strengths to deliver secure energy.
- Shell’s large U.S. Presence includes approximately 14,000 gas stations and deep-water energy operations, but factors like market conditions and energy transition could affect future performance.
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Shell EVP Gulf of America appointed President, Shell USA
HOUSTON, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Gretchen Watkins, President, Shell USA since July 1, 2018, will step down, effective July 31, 2025, after seven years in role.
Shell USA Appoints Colette Hirstius as President
Gretchen Watkins, President, Shell USA since July 1, 2018, will step down, effective July 31, 2025, after seven years in role. Colette Hirstius, currently Executive Vice President, Gulf of America, will take on the responsibility of President, Shell USA, in addition to her current role as Executive Vice President, Gulf of America, effective August 1, 2025. Wael Sawan, Chief Executive Officer, Shell, said: “I would like to thank Gretchen for her …
Shell EVP Gulf of America appointed President, Shell USA – Oil & Gas 360
(Oil & Gas 360) – HOUSTON, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gretchen Watkins, President, Shell USA since July 1, 2018, will step down, effective July 31, 2025, after seven years in role. Colette Hirstius, currently Executive Vice President, Gulf of America, will take on the responsibility of President, Shell USA, in addition to her current role as Executive Vice President, Gulf of America, effective August 1, 2025. Wael Sawan, Chief Executive Officer,
Shell EVP Gulf of America Appointed President, Shell USA - Energy News, Top Headlines, Commentaries, Features & Events
HOUSTON, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gretchen Watkins, President, Shell USA since July 1, 2018, will step down, effective July 31, 2025, after seven years in role. Colette Hirstius, currently Executive Vice President, Gulf of America, will take on the responsibility of President, Shell USA, in addition to her current role as Executive Vice President, Gulf of America, effective ...
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