QEP Resources, Inc. appointed Robert F. Heinemann and Thomas C. O'Connor to the Board, effective immediately. Mr. Heinemann brings significant E&P expertise to QEP's Board through his experience as President, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Berry Petroleum Company, where he developed and executed the company's growth and capital allocation strategies. Mr. Heinemann will seek election for a three-year term at the company's 2014 Annual Meeting. He will replace Keith Rattie, who is retiring from the QEP Board. Mr. O'Connor brings deep midstream expertise to the QEP Board through his experience as Chairman and CEO of DCP Midstream, LLC from 2007 to 2013.
Mr. O'Connor will seek election for a three-year term at the company's 2015 Annual Meeting.