Capstone Green Energy Holdings, Inc. and Capstone Green Energy, LLC., today announced the appointment of Christopher Close to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective June 16, 2025. It is also expected that Mr. Close will be appointed to the Board’s Audit Committee. In connection with the appointment of Mr. Close, the Board expanded the size of the Board to seven members.
“We are very excited to welcome Chris to the Capstone Board,” said Bob Flexon, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Capstone. “His extensive financial expertise and business acumen will bring a valuable perspective to our journey toward financial health with sustainable excellence as we focus on discipline and long-term value creation that will fuel our growth. Chris’s experience will help accelerate Capstone’s efforts to drive strategic momentum as we enter our next phase of meaningful transformation of the Company.”
Mr. Close brings more than 35 years of senior financial leadership experience, grounded in corporate finance and strategic execution. His background spans financial planning and analysis, investor relations, mergers and acquisitions, treasury, accounting, as well as additional leadership experience in human resources and information technology.
Mr. Close is currently President of Close Consulting LLC, where he advises business owners and private equity portfolio companies on complex financial strategies, operational performance, restructurings, and organizational effectiveness. His prior executive roles include serving as Chief Financial Officer at Noramco, a global pharmaceutical manufacturer, and at Preferred Sands, a leading energy services provider, where he spearheaded transformational financial initiatives across multi-site operations.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Close held senior finance positions at Exelon, Constellation Energy, and Airgas and began his professional journey as an auditor at PricewaterhouseCoopers. He holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses and earned an MBA from Villanova University and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Delaware.
“I’m honored to join Capstone’s Board at such a pivotal point in the Company’s journey,” said Chris Close, Capstone’s newest Board Member. “Capstone’s core values and vision closely align with my own, particularly the focus on financial discipline, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. I look forward to working with the leadership team and my fellow directors to help accelerate the Company’s strategic growth and deliver meaningful value for stockholders.”
“We’re pleased to welcome Chris to the Board,” added Robert Powelson, Chair of the Governance & Sustainability Committee. “Following a thorough selection process, we identified Chris as a strong fit based on his financial background, operational leadership, and strategic insight. His addition strengthens the Board’s capabilities as we work to enhance execution and build a more resilient and focused organization.”
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