Avista Executive and Leadership Team

Kevin Christie, the Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at Avista, oversees the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies of the organization. Christie manages the financial planning required to sustain large-scale hydroelectric and thermal generation projects. By directing treasury operations, the Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer ensures liquidity for ongoing utility maintenance and renewable energy investments. This role involves frequent engagement with the Board to report on revenue performance and market volatility. Kevin Christie optimizes the balance sheet to support the company's diverse portfolio, including commercial real estate and venture capital funds. Through disciplined financial management, the Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer secures the capital necessary for infrastructure upgrades across the service territories. Christie maintains fiscal transparency, ensuring that the company remains well-positioned to deliver consistent value to shareholders while meeting the energy needs of the region.

Mark Gustafson, the President, Avista Development, Inc at Avista, directs the growth of non-utility business segments and commercial real estate investments. Gustafson identifies emerging market opportunities that complement the core energy mission, including ventures in the telecom and medical sectors. By overseeing the development of commercial properties, the President, Avista Development, Inc expands the company's footprint beyond traditional utility services. This role involves managing venture capital funds that target innovative technologies, ensuring alignment with the company's long-term strategic goals. Mark Gustafson coordinates with external partners to drive revenue through sheet metal fabrication and other industrial services. Through proactive business development, the President, Avista Development, Inc strengthens the company's market position and diversifies income streams. Gustafson ensures that these auxiliary operations contribute to the overall financial stability of the organization, providing a robust foundation for continued investment in renewable energy and essential infrastructure across the service territories.

Alexis Alexander, the Vice President, Chief Information Officer and Chief Security Officer at Avista, directs the digital transformation of utility operations. Alexander architects secure network frameworks to protect critical energy infrastructure across the Pacific Northwest. By integrating advanced cybersecurity protocols, the Vice President, Chief Information Officer and Chief Security Officer ensures the integrity of data systems supporting hydroelectric and thermal generation facilities. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with technical teams to mitigate emerging threats while optimizing internal software platforms. Alexis Alexander maintains operational resilience by aligning information technology investments with the broader corporate mission of reliable energy distribution. Through rigorous oversight of digital assets, the Vice President, Chief Information Officer and Chief Security Officer safeguards the utility network against unauthorized access, ultimately maintaining the trust of residential and governmental customers throughout the service territory.

James Kensok, the Vice President Chief Information Officer and CSO at Avista, manages the enterprise-wide data architecture and physical security integration. Kensok drives the modernization of communication systems that link wind generation facilities to the central grid. Overseeing the deployment of smart grid technologies, the Vice President Chief Information Officer and CSO enhances real-time monitoring capabilities for natural gas distribution. This position requires constant coordination with operational departments to ensure seamless connectivity across diverse geographic regions. James Kensok optimizes the technological roadmap to support long-term efficiency goals, focusing on scalable solutions that accommodate renewable energy expansion. By prioritizing the hardening of critical infrastructure, the Vice President Chief Information Officer and CSO mitigates operational risks. Kensok maintains a robust technical environment that supports the company's commitment to providing essential energy services to customers in Washington, Idaho, and beyond.

Bryan Cox, the Senior VP, Safety & Chief People Officer, At Avista at Avista, leads the human capital strategy and workplace safety initiatives. Cox architects comprehensive training programs that prioritize the well-being of field technicians operating in high-risk environments. By fostering a culture of safety, the Senior VP, Safety & Chief People Officer, At Avista ensures compliance with industry standards across all generation facilities. This leadership role involves talent acquisition and development to support the company's diverse operations, including sheet metal fabrication and utility services. Bryan Cox aligns workforce capabilities with the evolving needs of the renewable energy sector. Through strategic human resources management, the Senior VP, Safety & Chief People Officer, At Avista drives employee engagement and organizational performance. Cox maintains a focus on building a resilient workforce capable of delivering essential services to customers across the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, ensuring that safety remains the foundation of every operational decision.