Gregg S. Kantor served as the President and CEO of Northwest Natural Gas Company from January 1, 2009, until his retirement on July 31, 2016. With a career at the company starting in 1996, he held various roles, progressively moving...

Gregg S. Kantor served as the President and CEO of Northwest Natural Gas Company from January 1, 2009, until his retirement on July 31, 2016. With a career at the company starting in 1996, he held various roles, progressively moving up from Director of Public Affairs to Chief Operating Officer before becoming CEO. Under his leadership, the company focused on performance metrics linked to executive compensation, such as earnings per share and return on invested capital. In 2015, he earned a total compensation of approximately $711K, comprising salary, bonuses, and stock. Kantor has been active beyond his company duties, participating in the Oregon Global Warming Commission and other community organizations. His experience reflects a strong commitment to both business performance and community involvement.