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HP CEO John Lindsay to retire March 2026; President Trey Adams to succeed
Helmerich & Payne, Inc.
- John Lindsay will retire as CEO and director effective March 4, 2026 Annual Meeting.
- Board appointed President Trey Adams as next CEO, effective same date; Adams nominated to Board.
- Lindsay will remain as Senior Advisor through Dec 2026 for transition support.
- Lindsay's decision not due to disagreement; transition agreement includes base salary, reduced incentive, restricted shares.
- Adams, 40, has been President since Oct 2025; previously held various roles since 2008.