SAN DIEGO, CA — Sempra Energy announced two executive appointments to help lead the company's growing position in Texas and the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry. John Sowers has been named Chief Transformation Officer for Sempra LNG, and Brian Lloyd has been named Regional Vice President of External Affairs, with a focus on LNG and the Texas market.

"These key leadership appointments reflect the company's continued strategic focus on developing critical energy infrastructure needed to support the Texas economy and the transformation of America into a leader in energy exports," said Jeffrey W. Martin, Chairman and CEO of Sempra Energy.

In addition to growing its Texas utility franchise, Sempra Energy has set a goal of building one of the world's largest LNG export facilities in Port Arthur, Texas.

"John's and Brian's experience and knowledge of the region and the energy industry will help us to capitalize on the tremendous opportunities we see in Texas and the Gulf Coast," Martin said.

Sowers brings more than 30 years of experience in the energy industry. In his new role, Sowers will help manage Sempra LNG's growth in the Gulf Coast and lead health, safety, security and environment efforts; permitting; quality; compliance; and the expansion of the company's Houston office.

As Regional Vice President of External Affairs, Lloyd will lead Sempra LNG's public affairs, communications and citizenship initiatives, and will also lead public affairs for Sempra Energy in Texas. Previously, Lloyd served as Director of Regulatory Strategy for Sempra Energy, and prior to that, from 2010 to 2018, was the Executive Director of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.