Chief Executive Officer

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David Cobb, who was appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BC Hydro on May 25, 2010,  resigned from BC Hydro effective November 30, 2011, to pursue a senior opportunity in the private sector.

The Board of Directors has appointed Charles Reid as acting President & CEO, effective December 1, 2011.

Role and responsibilities

The CEO is the senior management officer of BC Hydro. The CEO leads the executive management team, and is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of the corporation. Together with the Board Chair, the CEO acts as a primary spokesperson for BC Hydro, ensuring effective relations with the government of B.C., the public and other stakeholders.

Although not a board member, the CEO has access to the same information as any director, except when relating to the CEO’s performance, as appropriate.

• Terms of Reference for the Chief Executive Officer [PDF, 102 Kb]

Performance evaluation

The board’s Human Resources and Safety Committee is responsible for the CEO’s performance evaluation process.

• Performance Evaluation Process for the Chief Executive Officer [PDF, 113 Kb]