nVent Appoints Diane Leopold to Its Board of Directors

nVent Electric has appointed Diane Leopold, former Executive Vice President and COO of Dominion Energy, to its Board of Directors. Leopold's experience in the utility sector will benefit nVent's Board and management team as the company expands its focus on electrical infrastructure. She has over 30 years of experience in the electrical power utilities industry and holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sussex.

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT), a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, has appointed Diane Leopold to its Board of Directors. Ms. Leopold, who recently retired as Executive Vice President and COO of Dominion Energy, Inc., brings over 36 years of experience in the electrical power utilities industry to the role. Her appointment is effective immediately and will benefit nVent's Board and management team as the company expands its focus on electrical infrastructure, including power utilities and data center solutions [1].

Diane Leopold is known for her expertise in operations, business development, major project construction, financial planning, and corporate strategy. She served as the Executive Vice President and COO of Dominion Energy from October 2020 to May 2025, and held various other executive positions within the company. Prior to her tenure at Dominion Energy, she held executive roles in the gas infrastructure group and was responsible for significant projects and strategic initiatives [2].

Ms. Leopold holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sussex, a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from George Washington University, and a Master’s in Business Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her educational background and extensive experience in the utility sector make her an invaluable addition to nVent's Board of Directors.

nVent Electric designs, manufactures, markets, installs, and services high-performance products and solutions that connect and protect sensitive equipment, buildings, and critical processes. The company offers a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands recognized globally for quality, reliability, and innovation. nVent's principal office is in London, with its management office in Minneapolis [1].

This appointment underscores nVent's commitment to strengthening its leadership and strategic direction as it continues to grow and innovate in the electrical infrastructure sector. The addition of Ms. Leopold to the Board of Directors is expected to provide valuable insights and expertise to support nVent's expansion and growth plans.

References:
[1] https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250717161957/en/nVent-Appoints-Diane-Leopold-to-Its-Board-of-Directors
[2] https://www.stocktitan.net/news/NVT/n-vent-appoints-diane-leopold-to-its-board-of-didmiesiclxb.html