Constellation Energy promotes CFO Dan Eggers, Shane Smith to succeed

Constellation announced a series of senior leadership appointments as the company prepares to complete its transaction with Calpine. The leadership changes take effect upon completion of Constellation’s deal with Calpine, which is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to clearance by the Department of Justice and other customary closing conditions. Kathleen Barron, executive VP and chief strategy and growth officer, has announced she will retire after 30 years in the energy industry. Dan Eggers, executive VP and CFO, has been promoted to senior executive VP, finance and data economy. In his new role, Eggers will expand his finance responsibilities to lead Constellation’s data economy business. Shane Smith, senior VP, Treasury and credit, has been promoted to executive VP and CFO, reporting to Eggers. David Dardis, executive VP and chief legal and policy officer, also was promoted to senior executive VP, chief external affairs and growth officer, reporting to Dominguez. In his new role, Dardis will lead the company’s new generation development business and grow his remit to include legal, policy, sustainability, strategy, corporate affairs and public advocacy.