OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) — Expand Energy Corporation on Monday announced plans to move its corporate headquarters from Oklahoma City to Houston in mid‑2026. The shift primarily affects the executive leadership team; Oklahoma City will remain an “important center of excellence” for operations.
The Board appointed Michael Wichterich interim president and CEO, with former CEO Domenic (Nick) J. Dell’Osso, Jr. departing the Board and serving as an external advisor during the transition. The company reaffirmed its synergy, capital, and operating outlook for Q4 and full‑year 2025 and will report earnings Feb. 17, followed by a call Feb. 18 at 9 a.m. ET.
State business leaders framed the decision as a reminder of intensifying interstate competition—and a call to keep pressing for advanced‑industry growth in Oklahoma.
“Today’s announcement from Expand Energy, so soon after last week’s Devon Energy news, is a tough one for Oklahoma and a reminder that competition for businesses, headquarters, and executive leadership is real,” said Chad Warmington, President & CEO, State Chamber of Oklahoma. “We appreciate Expand’s commitment to maintaining a significant workforce and operational presence in Oklahoma City, even as executive leadership relocates, and we know Oklahoma’s energy talent will remain central to its success.
“Moments like this underscore why our Oklahoma Competes initiative is more important than ever: as the energy sector grows more efficient and its workforce evolves, Oklahoma must strive to become the most competitive state in the nation for adding advanced-industry jobs that build on our strengths and drive the next era of our growth. We have the assets to win, but only if we stay aggressive in the competition.”
From the company, the departing CEO reflected on the transition and the team’s trajectory.
“It has been a privilege to lead and work alongside the Expand Energy team as we have grown and evolved. I am proud of what we have accomplished together and confident that Expand Energy will continue to thrive and support energy access for a more secure and sustainable future,” said Domenic (Nick) J. Dell’Osso, Jr., former President & CEO, Expand Energy.
Expand says the move will deepen relationships in Houston as it pursues long‑term growth, while Oklahoma City remains a key operating base. Earnings are due Feb. 17, with an investor call Feb. 18 at 9 a.m. ET.
