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On August 5, 2026, David Johnson resigned as Chairman of the Board and from the Sustainability and Safety and…
DECDiversified Energy Co
On August 5, 2026, David Johnson resigned as Chairman of the Board and from the Sustainability and Safety and Compensation Committees of Diversified Energy Company, effective immediately. The resignation was not due to disagreements with management. Consequently, the Board reduced its size from six to five directors. Robert R. “Rusty” Hutson, Jr., the company’s Chief Executive Officer and founder, was appointed Chairman of the Board on the same date. David Turner, Jr. became Lead Independent Director, and Martin Thomas joined the Compensation Committee. Diversified Energy Company operates in the energy sector, focusing on acquiring, operating, and optimizing cash-generating energy assets with an emphasis on environmental stewardship.