Jackie Sheppard, Chair of Emera Inc. announced the appointment of Gil Quiniones to Emera’s Board of Directors, effective August 10, 2021. Mr. Quiniones’ career spans 30 years and extends across regulated and unregulated utility markets, public utilities, and state and local governments. As President and CEO of the New York Power Authority (NYPA), Mr. Quiniones is playing a key role in state-led energy reform initiatives to empower customers and encourage the growth of clean renewable energy and energy efficiency. He has also served as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, Marketing Sales and Corporate Affairs at the NYPA. Previously, he was Senior Vice President of Energy and Telecommunications at the New York City Economic Development Corporation.