Paul M. Daily Announces Retirement from Centuri
Paul M. Daily, the esteemed President and Chief Executive Officer of Centuri Group, Inc., a subsidiary of Southwest Gas, has declared his retirement planned for 2024. This significant announcement was made in Las Vegas on November 27, 2023. Daily will remain at the helm of Centuri until a successor is appointed, with Southwest Gas set to launch a comprehensive search for his replacement, leveraging the expertise of a top-tier executive search firm. Daily is committed to actively participating in the selection process to ensure a seamless handover.
Southwest Gas Commends Daily’s Leadership
During his tenure, Daily has been instrumental in propelling Centuri’s growth, significantly enhancing its operations across North America. Karen Haller, the CEO of Southwest Gas, commended Daily for his pivotal role in expanding Centuri’s services and strengthening its market position in the utility network solutions sector. Haller expressed gratitude for Daily’s visionary leadership and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to a strategic leadership transition that will continue to drive Centuri’s success in the future.
The Future and Legacy of Paul M. Daily
Reflecting on his 35-year career, Daily took pride in Centuri’s transformation into a dynamic, high-growth entity specializing in energy infrastructure services, praising the dedication of over 12,000 employees who have fostered a top-tier work environment. Looking ahead, Daily expressed confidence in Centuri’s ongoing success and its strategic direction as an independent entity. His leadership legacy includes not only expansive growth and diversification but also a steadfast commitment to operational excellence and strategic acquisitions that have significantly shaped the energy sector landscape.
Southwest Gas Holdings and Centuri are continuing their operational and financial planning to ensure stability and growth, reinforcing their positions in the energy market and setting the stage for the next era of leadership.