UGI CORP (UGI)
Sector: Utilities
Sector: Utilities
UGI CORP - Executive Compensation
Chief Financial Officer
Executive Compensation
Sean O'Brien is a seasoned finance executive with over 25 years of experience in the energy and utilities sector. He joined UGI Corporation in 2015 as Vice President of Finance before ascending to the role of Chief Financial Officer in 2018. Prior to UGI, O'Brien held key positions at major energy firms, including a decade-long tenure at Exelon Corporation where he served as Director of Financial Planning and Analysis. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and an MBA from Harvard Business School. His early career began at Deloitte, where he honed his expertise in auditing and financial consulting for utility companies, laying a strong foundation for his strategic financial leadership. In his role as CFO at UGI Corporation, O'Brien oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, treasury, investor relations, and risk management for the company's diverse portfolio of natural gas, electricity, and propane distribution services across the United States and Europe. He has been instrumental in guiding UGI through significant growth phases, such as the acquisition of Mountaineer Gas Company in 2021, which expanded the company's footprint in West Virginia. O'Brien's strategic initiatives have focused on enhancing shareholder value through cost optimization, debt management, and sustainable investment strategies, contributing to UGI's robust financial performance amid volatile energy markets. Among his notable achievements, O'Brien led UGI's successful navigation of the COVID-19 pandemic by implementing resilient financial frameworks that maintained liquidity and supported operational continuity. He has also championed sustainability efforts, integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles into financial planning, which earned UGI recognition in industry sustainability indices. O'Brien is an active member of the Financial Executives International and frequently speaks at conferences on topics like energy transition and fiscal resilience, solidifying his reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the utilities sector.