Stephen Hester is a seasoned Chief Procurement Officer and Chief Supply Chain Officer with over 20 years of experience leading global supply chains in billion-dollar companies across various sectors, including industrial manufacturing and renewable energy. Currently serving as the SVP of Supply Chain at CenterPoint Energy, Stephen has previously held key roles at LyondellBasell, Westinghouse Electric Company, and ConocoPhillips, where they managed substantial procurement budgets and spearheaded transformational initiatives. An MBA graduate from The University of Texas at Austin, Stephen actively participates in industry groups and advisory boards, continually seeking to integrate technology and best practices in supply chain management.