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    Wesley R. Edens

    CEO & Chairman of the Board at New Fortress Energy Inc
    Board
    Since August 2018
    Age
    63 years
    Education
    Holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Oregon State University.
    Tenure
    Joined NFE in August 2018 as CEO and Chairman of the Board and has been leading the company since then.

    Also at New Fortress Energy Inc

    CSG
    Christopher S. Guinta
    Chief Financial Officer
    YS
    Yunyoung Shin
    Chief Accounting Officer

    About

    Wesley R. Edens has built a distinguished career in finance, beginning with a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Oregon State University. His early roles at prominent institutions such as BlackRock Financial Management and Lehman Brothers provided him with robust experience that has defined his professional journey.

    He co-founded Fortress Investment Group in May 1998, where he served in multiple executive roles and as a board member until May 2024, demonstrating his long-standing expertise in private equity and alternative investments. In August 2018, he founded New Fortress Energy and assumed the role of CEO and Chairman of the Board, positioning the company for strategic growth and market expansion.

    Beyond his primary roles, he has contributed to several publicly traded companies through extensive board memberships, reflecting a broad impact across various sectors. His leadership at NFE underscores his commitment to addressing energy challenges by leveraging his vast experience and strategic vision.

    $NFE Performance Under Wesley R. Edens

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Fortress Investment Group LLC Co-Chief Executive Officer & Board Member November 2006 - May 2024 Member of Management Committee since co-founding in May 1998
    Mapeley Limited Board of Directors Member May 2005 - May 2023 -
    BlackRock Financial Management, Inc. Partner, Managing Director & Head of BlackRock Asset Investors N/A -
    Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. Partner & Managing Director N/A -

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Drive Shack Inc. Chairman of the Board of Directors Present Owner and operator of golf-related leisure and entertainment businesses

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024
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    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024

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