Expand Energy Names Daniel Brown CEO, Effective October 26
The leadership appointment is an energy-sector business update; it does not announce a construction project.
Expand Energy has appointed Daniel E. Brown president and chief executive officer, effective October 26. The company announced the change October 19 and said Brown will also join its board.
Interim chief executive Michael Wichterich will return to the non-executive chairman position. Brown joins from Chord Energy.
Project at a Glance
- Incoming CEO:
- Daniel E. Brown
- Effective date:
- October 26, 2026
- Announcement:
- October 19, 2026
- Capital project:
- None announced with the appointment
Relevant to the energy supply chain
Expand’s announcement links the company’s market outlook with LNG exports, power demand and industrial investment. Those markets connect natural gas production with the infrastructure serving large energy users.
The release does not establish a new Texas construction budget, plant start or contractor appointment. This is included as a leadership update, with no separate Project Insight created.