W. Bryan Buckler serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Evergy, Inc., a Fortune 500 energy company delivering power to approximately 1.1 million customers across Kansas and Missouri. In this capacity, he leads the company's comprehensive financial operations, including accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, tax compliance, investor relations, and corporate development. Buckler's strategic oversight ensures robust financial health, supports capital-intensive infrastructure investments, and drives shareholder value through disciplined capital allocation and risk management. Buckler joined the organization that became Evergy through the 2018 merger of Westar Energy and Kansas City Power & Light, where he previously advanced through senior roles. At Westar Energy, he served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from 2016, following positions as Vice President of Finance and Controller since 2004. Earlier in his career, Buckler was a partner in Deloitte & Touche's audit practice, specializing in utility and energy clients. A Certified Public Accountant, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from the University of Kansas. Under Buckler's leadership, Evergy has maintained strong investment-grade credit ratings while executing billions in capital projects for grid modernization and renewable energy integration. His pivotal role in the merger transaction and subsequent financial integrations has positioned the company for sustainable growth, navigating regulatory challenges and market volatility with a focus on operational excellence and long-term resilience.