2026-03-25 20:20:33
ONEOK Inc. Announces Board Transitions with Retirements of Pattye L. Moore and Gerald B. Smith
Expected Stock impact: None Expected
On March 20, 2026, Pattye L. Moore informed the Board of Directors of ONEOK, Inc. of her decision to retire from the Board at the end of her current term and not stand for re-election at the upcoming 2026 annual meeting of shareholders, scheduled for May 20, 2026. Moore's decision is not due to any disagreements with the company. Additionally, on March 25, 2026, it was announced that Gerald B. Smith will also not be standing for re-election due to the company's mandatory age retirement policy, which requires directors to retire no later than immediately prior to the annual meeting following their 75th birthday. Smith's current term is also set to expire on the date of the Annual Meeting. Both directors have contributed significantly to the company during their tenure, with Moore serving since 2002 and Smith since 2020. Their retirements mark a significant transition for ONEOK as it continues to evolve in the energy sector. The company expressed gratitude for their years of service and the impact they have made on its operations and strategic direction. The upcoming annual meeting will be an important event for shareholders as they consider new leadership to guide ONEOK into its next phase of growth.
