Lenore Wawrzonek Named Chief People Officer at IHI Power Services Corp.

Leading Owner and Operator of U.S. Power Plants Promotes from Within to Bolster Executive Leadership with Proven HR Expertise

ALISO VIEJO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC), a leading owner and operator of power plants across the U.S., today announced the promotion of its former VP of people and shared services, Lenore Wawrzonek, to chief people officer (CPO).

With over 25 years of distinguished experience in human resources with a focus on the power sector, including two years with IPSC, Wawrzonek boasts an impressive career trajectory marked by an unrivaled dedication to professional development and a consistent pursuit of excellence. Having initially entered the field in 1997, Wawrzonek has steadily climbed the ranks, gaining invaluable insights into the intricacies of HR over the years. Her journey has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of HR functions from both a domestic and international standpoint.

"The deep-seated passion Lenore brings to her role, our employees, our company and the power industry as a whole, shines through her remarkable track record,” said John R. Keller, president and CEO of IPSC. “Our organization is firm in its belief that investing in its people is crucial for sustaining a high-performing work environment, and I am confident that Lenore’s leadership style and team-first ethos will take IPSC to new heights."

In her new position, Wawrzonek will be responsible for overseeing and enhancing all aspects of the HR department at IPSC. Her wide-ranging background in the energy sector uniquely positions her to navigate the complexities of the power generation industry and drive strategic initiatives that align with IHI Power Services Corp.’s commitment to recognizing and nurturing talent within the organization.

“I am both honored and excited to take on the role of CPO at IPSC,” said Wawrzonek. “This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to the success of a company that I genuinely believe in. IPSC’s continued growth trajectory is a testament to the organization’s commitment to providing advanced power generation services across the nation and look forward to continuing to collaborate with our talented team to drive initiatives that foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.”

To learn more, visit www.ihipower.com.

ABOUT IPSC: IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC) is a leading power plant owner and operator specifically formed to provide operations, maintenance, management and support services to the U.S. power generation industry by its Tokyo-based parent company, IHI Corporation, a heavy industrial manufacturing and services company active in several industries, including aerospace, shipbuilding, power generation and more. The organization delivers value-added services based on years of hands-on experience in the power generation sector. As an owner and operator, IPSC and its team of 700 employees understand that minimizing operational risks and maximizing asset value while maintaining a safe work setting that is environmentally compliant is key to the success of every facility. By instituting proven programs and industry-best practices while upholding its guiding principles of growth, respect, accountability, integrity and lack of limitation, IPSC provides world-class service to each of nearly 50 facilities and 15 gigawatts under its management. For more information, visit www.ihipower.com and follow IPSC on LinkedIn.