Gregory McKenna, BSc, MBA, CDir, FIoD

Gregory McKenna has a strong background in the energy industry, with over 30 years of experience in various leadership roles. Gregory is currently the Managing Director and Board Executive Director at Centrica, where they specialize in operations and cultural change. In this role, they are responsible for driving energy savings and decarbonization for clients worldwide. Prior to this, McKenna served as the Chief Executive Officer of Centrica Storage, where they oversaw the strategic direction of the largest gas storage facility in the UK. Gregory has also held positions at Spirit Energy and Centrica Energy, where they provided technical, operational, and financial advice, as well as contributed to efforts to decarbonize the organizations. In addition to their corporate roles, McKenna serves as a Non-Executive Director and Board Member for HiiROC, advising on the transition to a hydrogen economy. Before their career in the energy industry, McKenna served as an officer in the British Army. Overall, their diverse work experience demonstrates their expertise in the energy sector and their ability to drive change and strategic growth within organizations.

Gregory McKenna earned their BSc degree from Robert Gordon University, graduating between 1986 and 1990. Gregory then went on to pursue an MBA from Durham University, completing the program with distinction from 1998 to 2001. McKenna expanded their knowledge by undertaking a Chartered Directorship fellowship program at the Institute of Directors (IoD) from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, they also obtained a second MBA degree from Durham University, though the specific years are not mentioned.