Diversified Energy strengthens Board with senior energy finance appointment

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Diversified Energy Company (LON:DEC, NYSE: DEC) has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Kirk Oliver as an independent non-executive director, effective May 21, 2026.

Mr. Oliver brings approximately 20 years of energy industry and financial expertise. He most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Equitrans Midstream Corporation.

Prior to joining Equitrans, Mr. Oliver was the Chief Financial Officer of UGI. Mr. Oliver has also held senior executive and financial leadership positions at Allegheny Energy, TXU Corporation and Hunt Power. Earlier in his career, Mr. Oliver worked in investment banking at Lehman Brothers in the Global Power and Energy Group. Mr. Oliver received his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Lawerence Technological University and holds a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Upon his appointment, Mr. Oliver will become a member of the Board’s Audit and Risk and Sustainability and Safety Committee.

Commenting on the appointment, David Johnson, Chairman, said:

“It is my pleasure to welcome Kirk to Diversified’s Board of Directors. His breadth of experience, leadership, and reputation in the energy industry will provide valuable perspectives. We look forward to Kirk’s contributions as Diversified continues to progress its strategy of acquiring, operating, and optimizing cash generating energy assets that create value for shareholders.”

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