Cheniere appoints Britt Vitalone as independent director to board
Cheniere Energy, Inc. appointed Britt Vitalone as an independent director to its Board, effective July 14, 2026. He joins the Audit and Compensation Committees, bringing over 30 years of financial leadership experience from his tenure as Executive Vice President and CFO of McKesson Corporation. The company operates major LNG facilities with a combined capacity of approximately 55 mtpa.

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Cheniere Energy, Inc. has appointed Britt Vitalone to serve as a member of its Board of Directors, effective July 14, 2026. Mr. Vitalone is classified as an independent director and has been assigned to the Audit and Compensation Committees. The appointment strengthens the board's financial oversight as the company continues to expand its liquefaction platform.
Mr. Vitalone brings over 30 years of executive leadership experience to the role. In 2026, he retired from McKesson Corporation, where he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. His responsibilities at McKesson included accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, real estate, investor relations, internal audit, merger & acquisition, and tax functions. He also oversaw global procurement, corporate security, and the McKesson Technology organization.
Prior to his tenure at McKesson, which began in 2006, Mr. Vitalone held financial leadership roles across various industries. He currently serves as a board member and audit committee member for Align Technology, Inc. Mr. Vitalone holds a B.S. in Accounting from St. John Fisher University and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) approved by the State of New York.
Jack Fusco, Cheniere’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated that Mr. Vitalone’s decades of experience and financial expertise will enhance the perspectives of the Board. The company expects his insight to support and guide its future success.
About Cheniere Energy, Inc.
Cheniere Energy, Inc. is the leading producer and exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the United States. The company operates a full-service LNG platform, including gas procurement, transportation, liquefaction, vessel chartering, and delivery. Its operations include the Sabine Pass and Corpus Christi liquefaction facilities on the U.S. Gulf Coast.
| Facility | Status | Capacity | n| --- | --- | --- | | Sabine Pass and Corpus Christi | In operation | ~55 mtpa | | Expansion projects | Under construction | >6 mtpa |
Cheniere is pursuing further liquefaction expansion opportunities and other projects along the LNG value chain. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices in London, Singapore, Beijing, Tokyo, Dubai, and Washington, D.C.
How will Britt Vitalone's experience in global procurement and technology integration influence Cheniere's operational efficiency during its expansion phase?
What specific financial strategies might Vitalone introduce to optimize capital allocation for Cheniere's liquefaction expansion projects?
Could Vitalone's background in mergers and acquisitions signal potential strategic acquisitions or partnerships for Cheniere in the LNG value chain?




























