Duquesne Light Holdings Announces Jennifer Kustra As New Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer
PITTSBURGH — Duquesne Light Holdings (DLH) has appointed Jennifer Kustra to its executive leadership team as vice president, chief human resources officer, effective Aug. 10. In this role, Jenn will enhance employee development, experience and retention efforts while overseeing the company’s core strategic human resources functions, helping build a workforce equipped to deliver exceptional service and meet the evolving energy needs of the communities DLH serves.
Jenn brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across the full spectrum of human resources functions at international manufacturing companies with complex, field-based operations. Most recently, she served in several leadership roles at GAF Materials Corp., one of North America’s largest building materials organizations, including vice president of HR. Prior to joining GAF, Jenn held various leadership roles at U.S. Steel, where she developed expertise supporting complex industrial operations and unionized workforces.
“Jenn is a strategic and people-focused leader whose leadership experience guiding HR teams through continuous improvement and transformation will be invaluable to DLH,” said Kevin Walker, DLH’s president and CEO. “We are thrilled to welcome her back to her hometown of Pittsburgh and to an organization that values its people and serving the community. Jenn’s experience will help us continue strengthening our culture, enhancing the employee experience and advancing our goal of being an employer of choice in the region.”
Jenn earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Carlow University. She currently serves on the MBA advisory council and visiting committee for West Virginia University’s John Chambers College of Business and Economics.
About Duquesne Light Holdings
Duquesne Light Holdings is an energy services company that provides a powerful network of energy solutions to customers in Western Pennsylvania and beyond. As the parent company to Duquesne Light Company and The Efficiency Network, DLH brings a combined 125 years of energy expertise to your door. From energy delivery to your home to advanced energy efficiency services for your business, DLH is your trusted partner for reliable and sustainable energy solutions.
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