Helmerich & Payne Announces CFO Retirement and Internal Succession

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Helmerich & Payne announced the retirement of its CFO, J. Kevin Vann, effective June 30, 2026, and the appointment of Todd Scruggs, current VP, Corporate Finance and Treasurer, as his successor, effective July 1, 2026.

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• CFO Retirement Announced

  J. Kevin Vann will retire from his position as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective June 30, 2026. His decision is attributed to retirement and not any disagreement with the company.

• Internal Successor Appointed

  Todd Scruggs, currently the company's Vice President, Corporate Finance and Treasurer, has been appointed to succeed Mr. Vann as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective July 1, 2026.

• Smooth Transition Plan

  Mr. Vann will continue as a non-executive Senior Advisor through December 31, 2026, receiving an annual base salary of $309,000 and a one-time $750,000 bonus to ensure a seamless handover of responsibilities.

• New CFO Compensation Details

  In connection with his appointment, Mr. Scruggs' annual base salary will be increased to $475,000, effective July 1, 2026, and he will be eligible for an annual short-term cash incentive bonus with a target of 90% of his base salary.

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This filing details a planned leadership transition following the recent appointment of a new CEO. The retirement of the long-serving CFO, J. Kevin Vann, and the internal promotion of Todd Scruggs to the role, signals a strategic alignment of the executive team under new leadership. The smooth transition plan, including Vann's continued advisory role and a significant bonus, mitigates potential negative sentiment often associated with executive departures, emphasizing continuity and stability in financial leadership.