Our leadership
Tenaska’s leaders combine vision, experience and integrity to achieve new levels of success for our customers, stakeholders and communities.
Executive Leadership
Christopher Leitner
President and CEO
Drew Fossum
Senior Vice President & General Counsel
Greg Van Dyke
Chief Financial Officer
Jeremy Reinoehl
Chief Information Officer
Tim Kudron
President, Tenaska Marketing Ventures
Kevin Smith
President, Tenaska Power Services Co.
Ben Hochstein
President, Tenaska Generation
Joel M. Link
President, Tenaska Development
Eric Gustavson
Senior Vice President, Human Resources Capability
Justin Vala, P.E.
Senior Vice President, Engineering & Construction
Sheila Trueblood
Senior Vice President & Treasurer
Dave Kirkwood
Senior Vice President, Head of Capital Deployment & Finance
Board of Directors
Howard L. Hawks, Co-Founder and Chairman Emeritus of Tenaska, was a visionary leader whose impact on the energy industry is immeasurable.
Under his leadership, Tenaska grew into one of the nation’s largest private energy companies, known for innovation, integrity and excellence. His dedication to responsible energy development and commitment to business excellence shaped Tenaska’s success and legacy.
Beyond his professional achievements and philanthropic efforts, Howard was a mentor, a leader, and an inspiration to many. His legacy will continue to guide and influence Tenaska for years to come.