AEP Names New Treasurer And Communications & Marketing Leader

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[{"type":"text","content":"COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) today announced leadership changes in the company's Finance and Corporate Communications organizations, effective Jan. 1. 2021. \nJulie A. Sherwood, has been named senior vice president, Treasury & Risk. She replaces Julie Sloat, who will become executive vice president and chief financial officer Jan. 1. Sherwood currently serves as senior vice president, Commercial Operations. She will report to Sloat.\nMelissa A. McHenry has been named senior vice president, Communications & Marketing. She will replace Dale E. Heydlauff, who is retiring from the company Dec. 31. McHenry currently serves as managing director, external communications. She will report to Charles R. Patton, executive vice president, External Affairs. \nSherwood, 50, will be responsible for all elements of the treasury function including working with bankers, investors and rating agencies to support AEP's capital market needs; cash flow management and forecasting; development of capitalization strategy and monitoring of key credit metrics; and management of AEP's trusts and investments. She also will have responsibility for comprehensive management of the corporation's risks.\n\"In addition to her proven leadership skills and focus on results, Julie brings deep financial and operational experience to this role that will strengthen our ability to continue investing in the energy system of the future to benefit our customers and deliver value to shareholders,\" Sloat said.\nMcHenry, 52, will have responsibility for enterprise-wide internal and external communications, reputation management, policy communications, marketing, brand management, digital communications channels, social media, creative services, and oversight of corporate contributions and community relations. \n\"As we focus on delivering cleaner energy, new technologies and custom energy solutions to our customers, Melissa's communications expertise and demonstrated strategic vision will help us continue to tell AEP's story and enhance our relationships with our employees, customers and key stakeholders, positioning us for future success,\" Patton said.\nSherwood has served as senior vice president, Commercial Operations, since 2018, overseeing energy marketing, energy trading, renewable energy, market operations, fuel p...

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