SoCalGas (SOCGM) CEO Maryam Brown to exit; Schwecke to serve as interim president
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Southern California Gas Company appointed Rodger R. SchweckeApril 18, 2026, while he continues serving as chief operating officer until his planned retirement on October 1, 2026. Schwecke, age 65, has held senior roles at SoCalGas and other Sempra companies for over 44 years.
Maryam S. Brown will resign as chief executive officer, president, and board member, effective April 17, 2026. In connection with his interim appointment, Schwecke will receive a $150,000 cash lump sum on September 30, 2026, contingent on continued employment through that date.
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SoCalGas discloses CEO resignation and interim leadership with defined transition dates.
The company reports that Maryam S. Brown will step down as CEO, president, and director on April 17, 2026. The board appointed Rodger R. Schwecke as interim president effective April 18, 2026, while he continues as chief operating officer until his retirement on October 1, 2026.
Schwecke’s more than 44 years at Sempra-related companies and his recent roles as COO and chief infrastructure officer provide continuity during this transition. The $150,000 cash lump sum, payable on September 30, 2026, is contingent on his continued employment, aligning the interim leadership incentive with the stated transition period.
8-K Event Classification
Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
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Item 5.02
Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Key Figures
Interim president cash award: $150,000
Interim president effective date: April 18, 2026
CEO resignation effective date: April 17, 2026
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Interim president cash award
$150,000
Lump sum payable September 30, 2026, contingent on continued employment
Interim president effective date
April 18, 2026
Start of Rodger R. Schwecke’s interim president role
CEO resignation effective date
April 17, 2026
Maryam S. Brown resigns as CEO, president, and director
Retirement effective date
October 1, 2026
Planned retirement date for Rodger R. Schwecke
Interim president age
65
Age of Rodger R. Schwecke as disclosed
Years with Sempra companies
More than 44 years
Length of service for Rodger R. Schwecke
Key Terms
Emerging growth company, Board of Directors, chief operating officer, cash lump sum payment, +1 more
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Emerging growth company regulatory
"405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR 240.12b-2). Emerging growth company"
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.
Board of Directors financial
"the Board of Directors of Southern California Gas Company (“SoCalGas”) appointed Rodger R. Schwecke"
The Board of Directors is a group of people chosen by a company's owners to help make big decisions and oversee how the company is run. They act like a team of advisors or managers, making sure the company stays on track and meets its goals. Their choices can influence the company's success and how it grows.
chief operating officer financial
"Mr. Schwecke, currently chief operating officer for SoCalGas, will retain this role"
A chief operating officer (COO) is a senior executive responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of a company, ensuring that all parts of the organization work smoothly and efficiently. They often act like a company's operational quarterback, translating strategic plans into practical actions. For investors, the COO's effectiveness can influence a company's performance and stability, making them an important figure in assessing the company's management strength.
cash lump sum payment financial
"Mr. Schwecke will receive a cash lump sum payment of $150,000 payable on September 30, 2026"
resign as chief executive officer financial
"Maryam S. Brown provided notice that she will resign as chief executive officer and president"
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.
On April 8, 2026, the Board of Directors of Southern California Gas Company (“SoCalGas”) appointed Rodger R. Schwecke as president for SoCalGas on an interim basis, effective April 18, 2026. Mr. Schwecke, currently chief operating officer for SoCalGas, will retain this role alongside the president position until his previously reported retirement, which will be effective October 1, 2026. Mr. Schwecke, 65, has held a variety of senior management roles at SoCalGas during his more than 44 years of service with the Sempra family of companies, including most recently chief operating officer since March 2025 and senior vice president and chief infrastructure officer from November 2020 to March 2025. In connection with the above, Mr. Schwecke will receive a cash lump sum payment of $150,000 payable on September 30, 2026, contingent on Mr. Schwecke’s continued employment with SoCalGas through that date.
On April 6, 2026, Maryam S. Brown provided notice that she will resign as chief executive officer and president for SoCalGas and as a member of its Board of Directors and all committees thereof, effective April 17, 2026.
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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| Date: April 8, 2026 | By: /s/ Valerie A. Bille | ||||
| Valerie A. Bille Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | |||||
FAQ
What leadership change did Southern California Gas Company (SOCGM) disclose?
Southern California Gas Company reported that CEO and president Maryam S. Brown will resign on April 17, 2026. The filing also states she will leave the Board of Directors and all its committees, signaling a full leadership transition at the utility.
Who will serve as interim president of Southern California Gas Company (SOCGM)?
The Board appointed Rodger R. Schwecke as interim president effective April 18, 2026. He will hold this role while continuing as chief operating officer until his retirement on October 1, 2026, providing continuity from an experienced internal executive during the transition.
What compensation will Rodger R. Schwecke receive for his interim president role at SOCGM?
In connection with his interim president role, Rodger R. Schwecke will receive a $150,000 cash lump sum payment. This payment is scheduled for September 30, 2026 and is contingent on his continued employment with Southern California Gas Company through that date.
When is Rodger R. Schwecke expected to retire from Southern California Gas Company (SOCGM)?
Rodger R. Schwecke’s previously reported retirement will be effective October 1, 2026. Until then, he will continue to serve as chief operating officer and, starting April 18, 2026, as interim president, bridging leadership after Maryam S. Brown’s resignation.
What roles has Rodger R. Schwecke held before becoming interim president at SOCGM?
Rodger R. Schwecke has more than 44 years with the Sempra family of companies. He has served as chief operating officer since March 2025 and previously was senior vice president and chief infrastructure officer from November 2020 to March 2025 at Southern California Gas Company.
Does Maryam S. Brown’s resignation from SOCGM include board and committee positions?
Yes. Maryam S. Brown will resign as chief executive officer, president, and as a member of the Board of Directors and all its committees. Her resignation becomes effective April 17, 2026, covering both executive and governance responsibilities at Southern California Gas Company.