Pierce H. Norton II is the President and CEO of ONEOK, Inc. He took on this role after a successful tenure at ONE Gas, which he led from its launch in 2014 until 2021. With nearly a decade at ONEOK...
Pierce H. Norton II is the President and CEO of ONEOK, Inc. He took on this role after a successful tenure at ONE Gas, which he led from its launch in 2014 until 2021. With nearly a decade at ONEOK before that, he is no stranger to the energy sector. Norton has a solid background in natural gas and liquids operations. One interesting aspect of his leadership style is how closely his pay is tied to the company's performance—his 2023 compensation was over $9.9 million, showcasing a strong pay-for-performance philosophy in a company that emphasizes metrics like earnings per share and environmental safety. After stepping into his role as CEO in June 2021, following the retirement of his predecessor, he has continued to build on the firm’s commitment to safety and sustainable practices. Hailing from Alabama, he holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Alabama and completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard. This combination of practical skill and business acumen enables him to navigate the complex world of energy efficiently.