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Atmos Energy Corporation Names James H. Jeffries IV to Board of Directors

Aug 10, 2026 | By Devin Jacobs

Atmos Energy has appointed James H. Jeffries IV to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2026.

SUMMARY

  • Atmos Energy appointed James H. Jeffries IV to its Board of Directors.
  • Jeffries brings 30+ years of industry experience.
  • Atmos Energy is a natural gas distributor serving 3.4 million customers.

Jeffries has been a partner at law firm McGuireWoods LLP for the past eight years and will retire from the firm on August 31, 2026. He brings more than 30 years of experience advising public and private companies in the natural gas utility sector.

“Jim is an excellent addition to our board. Because of his extensive experience in advising the natural gas utility sector as well as general business and strategic planning, he will be a significant asset to our board,” said Kim R. Cocklin, Chairman of the Board of Atmos Energy.

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About Atmos Energy

Founded in 1906, Atmos Energy is a Dallas-based natural gas distributor and an S&P 500 company. It provides safe and reliable natural gas to around 3.4 million customers across more than 1,400 communities in eight states, mainly in the southern US.

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