John B. Hess, born in 1955, is the Chief Executive Officer of Hess Corporation, a well-known independent energy company. A Harvard graduate, he has a deep background in business, having served at Hess since 1978. John has steered the company...

John B. Hess, born in 1955, is the Chief Executive Officer of Hess Corporation, a well-known independent energy company. A Harvard graduate, he has a deep background in business, having served at Hess since 1978. John has steered the company through significant transformations, making it a focused exploration and production (E&P) firm. In the past few years, Hess has seen solid performance metrics, including a payout from its annual incentive plan that exceeded targets due to strong operational achievements. Under his leadership, Hess emphasizes sustainability and growth in its oil and gas production, boasting a goal of between 5% to 8% production growth. John holds a remarkable stake in the company, with over 36 million shares—or about 11.46% of total shares—showing his commitment to the business. He often participates in strategic conversations and has built significant relationships in the industry, enhancing Hess's reputation.