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David Borde named president and CEO of Entergy Texas

David Borde has been named president and CEO of Entergy Texas, effective Oct. 5, 2026, succeeding Eliecer Viamontes, who departed for other opportunities. Borde previously served as vice president of utility strategy and regulatory initiatives at Entergy.

Where
Statewide
When
Oct. 5, 2026
Sources
Reported by 5 outlets

Taxes and money

None stated in sources.

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Who's involved

  • David BordePresident and CEO of Entergy Texas
  • Eliecer ViamontesFormer president and CEO of Entergy Texas
  • Drew MarshChair and CEO of Entergy
  • Entergy TexasElectric utility company serving Texas customers

The facts

  • David Borde named president and CEO of Entergy Texas, effective Oct. 5, 2026.1 2 3 4 Stated by 4 sources
  • Borde previously served as vice president of utility strategy and regulatory initiatives at Entergy.1 2 3 4 Stated by 4 sources
  • Borde joined Entergy in 2009 and served as director of corporate development based in Texas.1 2 3 4 Stated by 4 sources
  • Borde earned a Juris Doctor degree from Duke University's School of Law in 2001.1 2 3 4 Stated by 4 sources
  • Entergy serves more than 3 million customers through operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.1 2 3 4 Stated by 4 sources

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

  • Drew Marsh, chair and CEO of Entergy David has extensive experience in utility strategy, regulatory affairs and utility finance.1 2 3 4
  • Drew Marsh, chair and CEO of Entergy He is a thoughtful and proven leader building on strong foundation in Texas.1 2 3 4

How they headlined it

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Sources

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  1. Borde named president and CEO of Entergy Texas PR Newswire Not rated, October 5, 2026
  2. Borde named president and CEO of Entergy Texas Morningstar Not rated, October 5, 2026
  3. David Borde named president and CEO of Entergy Texas Entergy Not rated, October 5, 2026
  4. Entergy Texas Names David Borde President and CEO TD World Not rated, October 5, 2026

Also reported by Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Hello Woodlands, Community Impact Newspaper.

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Reported by 2 outletsFound via Google News

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Reported by 3 outletsFound via Google News

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