Southern Company announces CFO transition

Leadership Transition - Southern Company announced the retirement of Daniel S. Tucker, the current executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective October 1, 2025, with David P. Poroch set to succeed him as CFO on July 31, 2025 [1][2] - Tucker has been with Southern Company since 1998 and has held various leadership roles, including CFO since September 2021, where he focused on delivering predictable results and ensuring financial integrity [2][3] - Poroch has been with Southern Company since 2012 and has held multiple leadership positions, including executive vice president, CFO, and treasurer of Georgia Power, and most recently as comptroller and chief accounting officer [3][4] Company Overview - Southern Company is a leading energy provider serving approximately 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond, with a mission to provide clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy [5] - The company operates electric and natural gas distribution companies in multiple states and is committed to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 [6]