John W. Somerhalder II has been a key figure at FirstEnergy Corp, stepping into the role of Interim President and CEO in 2022 while previously serving as Vice Chair and Executive Director. His leadership at FirstEnergy has been marked by...

John W. Somerhalder II has been a key figure at FirstEnergy Corp, stepping into the role of Interim President and CEO in 2022 while previously serving as Vice Chair and Executive Director. His leadership at FirstEnergy has been marked by efforts to rebuild stakeholder trust and strengthen governance and compliance. Under his tenure, the company navigated through challenges and saw a focus on performance metrics linked to business objectives and shareholder value. His compensation in 2023 totaled around $4.5 million, reflecting his interim position but including elements like a salary and health benefits.