Consumers Energy Announces Leadership Changes in Electric and Gas Distribution
Consumers Energy (NYSE:CMS) has announced key leadership changes effective October 1, 2025, to enhance reliability and service for Michigan customers. Norm Kapala will become vice president of grid operations restoration and work management, while Steve Champine will serve as vice president of gas operations.
Kapala, who joined in 2008, brings extensive experience from both electric and gas operations, including his previous role as vice president of gas operations. Champine, currently senior executive director of gas operations, has over 20 years of industry experience and has been instrumental in advancing the company's net zero methane initiatives.
Consumers Energy (NYSE:CMS) ha annunciato importanti cambiamenti nella leadership che entreranno in vigore dal 1 ottobre 2025, al fine di migliorare l’affidabilità e il servizio per i clienti del Michigan. Norm Kapala diventerà vicepresidente delle operazioni di rete, ripristino e gestione del lavoro, mentre Steve Champine ricoprirà il ruolo di vicepresidente delle operazioni gas.
Kapala, entrato nel 2008, porta una vasta esperienza sia nelle operazioni elettriche sia in quelle gas, inclusa la sua precedente funzione di vicepresidente delle operazioni gas. Champine, attualmente senior executive director delle operazioni gas, vanta oltre 20 anni di esperienza nel settore ed è stato determinante nel promuovere le iniziative di metano a zero emissioni dell’azienda.
Consumers Energy (NYSE:CMS) ha anunciado cambios clave en su liderazgo que entrarán en vigor el 1 de octubre de 2025, para mejorar la fiabilidad y el servicio a los clientes de Michigan. Norm Kapala se convertirá en vicepresidente de operaciones de la red, restauración y gestión del trabajo, mientras que Steve Champine ejercerá como vicepresidente de operaciones de gas.
Kapala, que se unió en 2008, aporta una amplia experiencia en operaciones eléctricas y de gas, incluida su anterior función como vicepresidente de operaciones de gas. Champine, actualmente director ejecutivo senior de operaciones de gas, tiene más de 20 años de experiencia en la industria y ha sido fundamental para impulsar las iniciativas de gas natural cero emisiones de la empresa.
Consumers Energy (NYSE:CMS)는 2025년 10월 1일부로 발효되는 리더십 주요 변화를 발표하여 미시간 고객에 대한 신뢰성과 서비스를 강화할 예정입니다. Norm Kapala가 네트워크 운영 복구 및 작업 관리 부사장으로, Steve Champine이 가스 운영 부사장으로 각각 재임합니다.
2008년 입사한 Kapala는 전력 및 가스 운영 분야의 광범위한 경험을 보유하고 있으며, 이전에는 가스 운영 부사장을 역임했습니다. 현재 가스 운영 수석 이사인 Champine은 20년이 넘는 업계 경력을 가지고 있으며, 회사의 넷 제로 메탄 이니셔티브를 추진하는 데 중요한 역할을 해왔습니다.
Consumers Energy (NYSE: CMS) a annoncé des changements importants au niveau de la direction qui entreront en vigueur le 1er octobre 2025, afin d’améliorer la fiabilité et le service pour les clients du Michigan. Norm Kapala deviendra vice-président des opérations du réseau, de la restauration et de la gestion du travail, tandis que Steve Champine assumera le poste de vice-président des opérations gazières.
Kapala, arrivé en 2008, apporte une vaste expérience des opérations électriques et gazières, y compris son rôle précédent de vice-président des opérations gazières. Champine, actuellement directeur exécutif principal des opérations gazières, possède plus de 20 ans d’expérience dans le secteur et a joué un rôle déterminant dans l’avancement des initiatives de méthane zéro émission de l’entreprise.
Consumers Energy (NYSE:CMS) hat wesentliche Führungsänderungen bekannt gegeben, die am 1. Oktober 2025 in Kraft treten sollen, um die Zuverlässigkeit und den Service für Kunden in Michigan zu verbessern. Norm Kapala wird Vizepräsident für Netzbetrieb, Wiederherstellung und Arbeitssteuerung, während Steve Champine Vizepräsident für Gasbetrieb wird.
Kapala, der 2008 beigetreten ist, bringt umfassende Erfahrungen sowohl im Elektrizitäts- als auch im Gasbetrieb mit, einschließlich seiner früheren Funktion als Vizepräsident des Gasbetriebs. Champine, derzeit Senior Executive Director der Gasbetriebe, verfügt über mehr als 20 Jahre Branchenerfahrung und war maßgeblich an der Vorantreibung der Unternehmensinitiativen für Null-M Methan beteiligt.
Consumers Energy (NYSE:CMS) أعلنت عن تغييرات قيادية رئيسية ستدخل حيز التنفيذ اعتباراً من 1 أكتوبر 2025، بهدف تعزيز الاعتمادية والخدمة لعملاء ميشيغان. Norm Kapala سيصبح نائب رئيس لعمليات الشبكة والإعادة إلى الوضع الطبيعي وإدارة العمل، بينما سيشغل Steve Champine منصب نائب رئيس لعمليات الغاز.
انضم Kapala في 2008 ويجلب خبرة واسعة من كل من عمليات الكهرباء والغاز، بما في ذلك دوره السابق كنائب رئيس لعمليات الغاز. Champine، وهو حالياً المدير التنفيذي الأول لعمليات الغاز، لديه أكثر من 20 عاماً من الخبرة في الصناعة وكان له دور فعال في دفع مبادرات الشركة الخاصة بالميثان صفري الانبعاثات.
Consumers Energy (NYSE:CMS) 宣布了一系列关键的领导层变动，将于 2025 年 10 月 1 日生效，以提升密歇根州客户的可靠性和服务水平。Norm Kapala 将成为线路运行恢复与工作管理副总裁，Steve Champine 将担任燃气运营副总裁。
Kapala 于 2008 年加入，对电力和燃气运营都拥有丰富经验，包括他先前担任的燃气运营副总裁一职。Champine 现任燃气运营高级执行总监，拥有超过 20 年的行业经验，在推进公司“零甲烷排放”的倡议方面发挥了关键作用。
- Leadership appointments strengthen both gas and electric operations expertise
- Both leaders bring significant internal experience and knowledge of the company's operations
- Demonstrates commitment to achieving net zero methane goals
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"I'm pleased to share we are bolstering our leadership in both gas and electric with these two experienced, proven leaders who will continue our commitment to serve
Kapala joined Consumers Energy in 2008 and has held leadership roles across both electric and gas operations. He began his career as an engineer in generation operations and advanced through a series of leadership roles including vice president of generation operations. Most recently, he served as vice president of gas operations before accepting the leadership role in electric distribution. Kapala earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Michigan Technological University and a master's degree in manufacturing management from Kettering University. He also served in the
"Norm's strong and steady leadership and enterprise-wide experience will ensure our entire team is prepared, safe and focused on serving and restoring customers in all conditions," said Tonya Berry.
Champine currently serves as senior executive director of gas operations overseeing gas transmission, storage, compression and construction. He has over two decades of experience in the energy industry both in gas and electric operations, starting at the Karn Generating Station where he held multiple operational roles with increasing responsibility. He also held leadership positions in gas and electric distribution. Steve holds a bachelor's degree in welding engineering technology from Ferris State University and a Master's of Business Administration from Northwood University.
"Steve's influential leadership has been critical in advancing our net zero methane goals, while strengthening unions partnerships and redefining our gas strategy," said Tonya Berry.
Consumers Energy is
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