David J. Lesar is the current CEO of CenterPoint Energy, a role he took on after serving many years in leadership positions at Halliburton. He has an extensive background in business, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the...

David J. Lesar is the current CEO of CenterPoint Energy, a role he took on after serving many years in leadership positions at Halliburton. He has an extensive background in business, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Austin. Lesar has a history of driving company performance: during his tenure at Halliburton, he significantly improved financial results and ultimately retired as Executive Chairman. Notably, he has been involved in the energy sector since 2000, leading Halliburton as CEO and playing a key role in numerous strategic decisions. He’s also known for his hands-on approach and deep understanding of financial metrics, which reflects in the company's performance. Recently, he oversaw substantial increases in insider trading values, reaching as high as $87.12 million in September 2023. As a public figure, Lesar also advocated for corporate governance and has served on various boards, showing a commitment to industry leadership and innovation. He was named interim CEO of the Health Care Service Corporation before his current position, underlining his versatility as a leader across different sectors.