ENMAX Corporation announces new President & CEO

CALGARY, March 1, 2012 /CNW/ - After a comprehensive search and selection process, ENMAX Corporation is pleased to announce that Gianna Manes has been appointed President and CEO of the company effective April 1, 2012.

Ms. Manes comes to ENMAX Corporation with over 24 years of experience in the energy industry, having held positions with executive responsibility for a broad range of disciplines important to the ongoing and future success of ENMAX. Prior to joining ENMAX Corporation, Ms. Manes served as the Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer for Duke Energy, a large North American power company supplying and delivering electricity to approximately 4 million customers.

"The ENMAX Board is confident our new CEO has the background, skills and leadership qualities to successfully pursue our vision for a cleaner, more sustainable future by providing reliable, affordable electricity for Albertans", stated Greg Melchin, Board Chair. "The Board would also like to extend their thanks to Charles Ruigrok for agreeing to take on the Interim role this past year.  ENMAX will benefit from Charles' experience and expertise through his continued involvement on our Board"

Additional information is provided in a backgrounder accompanying this release.

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