The Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA) today announced that President and CEO Catherine Reheis-Boyd will step down from the organization at the end of 2025.
Reheis-Boyd formally notified the organization’s board of directors today of her planned departure.
“I am deeply grateful for my time representing WSPA, our member companies and an industry that that provides affordable, reliable and ever cleaner energy to the communities we all serve,” said Reheis-Boyd. “I remain fully committed to fulfilling the mission of WSPA throughout the duration of my tenure, ensuring a smooth transition to new leadership. It has been my honor to lead a talented, driven and passionate group of individuals throughout my 35 years with this organization and it is my highest priority to ensure that as we move forward, we continue to meet our mission head-on.”
“At year’s end, I look forward to discovering what is next, using my experience to continue supporting the oil and gas industry and its pivotal role in driving economic success for our state and nation.”
WSPA Board Chair Mike Vomund, Vice President, Chevron Products, Fuels offered the following comment, “Cathy has served WSPA admirably for 35 years, taking the organization to new heights and relentlessly advocating for the industry for 45 years. We will miss her steady hand, vision and commitment to excellence. We are deeply appreciative of Cathy’s leadership to the WSPA states we serve. Cathy leaves WSPA in an extraordinary place with an incredible team that has the strategic capacity to meet our goals and continues to represent the industry with integrity and excellence.”
WSPA’s Board of Directors will immediately establish a board-led search process using an external firm to conduct a national search.
About WSPA
Founded in 1907, the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA) is the oldest petroleum trade association in the United States and a leader in shaping an ever-evolving energy sector. WSPA represents a dynamic membership of companies that are at the forefront of petroleum exploration, production, refining, and transportation, as well as renewable energy, carbon management solutions, and other technological innovations shaping our energy future. Serving Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, WSPA aims to ensure that Americans have reliable and affordable access to petroleum and other energy sources by supporting policies that consider social, economic, and environmental factors.