Chief Executive Officer

Bob Elton was appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BC Hydro in November 2003.

• Bob Elton's Executive Contract [PDF, 76 Kb]

Role & 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, 30 Kb]

Performance evaluation

The board's Human Resources Committee is responsible for the CEO's performance evaluation process.

• Performance Evaluation Process for the Chief Executive Officer [PDF, 30 Kb]