Chevron Appoints Thomas W. Horton to Board of Directors to Bolster Governance and Expertise

Chevron has appointed Thomas W. Horton as an Independent Director, marking a strategic addition to its board leadership. Horton joins Chevron’s Board of Directors effective January 27, 2026, and has also been named a member of the board’s Audit Committee, underlining his role in enhancing oversight and governance as the company navigates key industry challenges and opportunities.

Horton brings extensive executive and board experience to Chevron, having held senior leadership positions including Chairman and CEO of American Airlines and earlier roles in finance and operations. He is currently a partner at Global Infrastructure Partners, a global infrastructure-investment firm, and serves on the boards of major companies such as Walmart Inc. and General Electric (operating as GE Aerospace).

In his new role, Horton will contribute to the Audit Committee, where his background in financial planning and risk management will support Chevron’s efforts to uphold rigorous financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and governance standards. Chevron’s CEO emphasised that Horton’s diverse experience will provide valuable perspective to the board as it works to create long-term shareholder value and guide strategic growth.

Before joining Chevron’s board, Horton held leadership roles across prominent global organisations. At American Airlines Group and AMR Corporation, he guided complex operational and financial transformations, including major network integration following the merger with US Airways. Horton also served as vice chairman and CFO of AT&T Corporation, further solidifying his expertise in large-scale corporate finance and governance.

Chevron, one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies, produces crude oil and natural gas and is involved in transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and advancing lower-carbon energy solutions. Horton’s appointment aligns with Chevron’s ongoing focus on strengthening corporate oversight amid a dynamic energy landscape.

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