Dave Cobb, president and CEO of BC Hydro, is stepping down to take a senior position with the Jim Pattison Group.
Hydro chairman Dan Doyle made the announcement via press release early yesterday afternoon.
Cobb has been with BC Hydro16 months. He was previously executive vice-president and deputy CEO for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
In a prepared statement, Cobb said, “While I would welcome the opportunity to continue meeting the challenges and opportunities inherent in my role, I’ve been presented with an unexpected, once-in-a-lifetime career opportunity with another iconic B.C. company that I simply could not pass up.”
The release stated that BC Hydro’s board will appoint an acting CEO shortly and Cobb will remain with the company until November 30 to ensure a smooth transition.
Jennifer Harrison
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