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    James A. Burke

    President and Chief Executive Officer at Vistra Corp
    Since August 1, 2022
    Age
    55 years
    Education
    Earned a bachelor's degree in economics and an MBA in finance and general management from Tulane University and completed the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Nuclear Reactor Technology Course.
    Tenure
    Joined Vistra Corp. on October 4, 2016, and held positions including Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and President and Chief Financial Officer before being promoted to President and Chief Executive Officer on August 1, 2022.

    Also at Vistra Corp

    CLK
    Carrie Lee Kirby
    EVP and Chief Administrative Officer
    KEM
    Kristopher E. Moldovan
    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
    SAH
    Scott A. Hudson
    EVP and President of Vistra Retail

    About

    James A. Burke has built a diverse career in the energy industry, beginning his journey at Vistra Corp. on October 4, 2016 as he progressed through a series of key leadership roles. His roles at the company have included serving as Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and President and Chief Financial Officer, eventually leading to his promotion to President and Chief Executive Officer on August 1, 2022.

    With a strong academic foundation, he earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and an MBA in finance and general management from Tulane University and expanded his technical expertise by completing the MIT Nuclear Reactor Technology Course. His credentials as a licensed CPA and a chartered financial analyst further underscore his deep proficiency in finance and strategic operations.

    Beyond his core responsibilities at Vistra Corp., he has contributed significantly to various organizations, including serving as the Chairman of the board of directors for Marucci Sports and holding board and advisory roles in key industry and community organizations. Now 55 years old, his blend of financial acumen, operational expertise, and strategic vision continues to drive the company’s success in a competitive energy market.

    $VST Performance Under James A. Burke

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Vistra Corp (VST) President and Chief Financial Officer December 2020 - July 2022Held prior to his promotion to President and CEO
    Vistra Corp (VST) Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer October 3, 2016 - December 2020Transition role before becoming CFO
    Energy Future Holdings Corp. Executive Vice President February 2013 - October 2016Role held before joining Vistra Corp.
    TXU Energy President and Chief Executive Officer August 2005 - February 2013*Led the company prior to his tenure at Vistra Corp
    TXU Energy Senior Vice President, Consumer Markets N/AHeld before his promotion to President and CEO
    Gexa Energy Unspecified Position N/ARole held prior to joining TXU Energy
    Reliant Energy Unspecified Position N/ARole held prior to joining TXU Energy
    The Coca-Cola Company Unspecified Position N/ARole held before joining TXU Energy
    Deloitte Consulting Unspecified Role N/AStarted his career at Deloitte Consulting

    *The end date for the TXU Energy CEO role is inferred based on subsequent roles.

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Nuclear Energy Institute Board Member N/AN/A
    United Way Foundation of Metropolitan Dallas Board Member N/AN/A
    Ursuline Academy of Dallas Board Member N/AN/A
    Dallas Citizens Council Board Member N/AN/A
    Tulane University Energy Institute Advisory Board Member N/AN/A