Xcel Energy recognized for climate leadership

MINNEAPOLIS – Xcel Energy was inducted into the Climate Leadership Hall of Fame on Thursday for its outstanding environmental progress, having earned two

Climate Leadership Awards in the past decade for industry-leading carbon reduction

efforts. According to a news release, the company was also honored with The Hubert H. Humphrey Public Leadership Award for its groundbreaking sustainability goals in Minnesota.

“Xcel Energy’s strong track record in reducing carbon emissions is due to our ongoing commitment to delivering the cleaner energy our customers want. It’s why we’re the first U.S. energy provider to set ambitious clean energy goals across all the ways our customers use energy — electricity, heating, and transportation,” said Bob Frenzel, chairman, president and CEO of Xcel Energy. “We’re absolutely delighted to be among the first inducted into the Climate Leadership Hall of Fame and are honored to be recognized as a national climate leader.”

The new Hall of Fame, sponsored by the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) and the Climate Registry (TCR), celebrates organizations that have won multiple Climate Leadership Awards over the past decade. The first-ever inductees represent a wide array of sectors, including utilities, technology, banking, automotive, consumer goods, and more.

The Climate Leadership Awards launched in 2011 to recognize and incentivize exemplary corporate, organizational, and individual leadership in response to climate change. Xcel Energy won an Excellence in Greenhouse Gas Management award in 2016 and an Organizational Leadership award in 2020 for its industry-leading carbon reduction efforts, as well as the company’s support for customers and communities in achieving their clean energy goals.

Bateman named Chief Executive Officer of Physicians Surgical Hospitals

Bryan Bateman has been named chief executive officer of Physicians Surgical Hospitals (PSH) effective June 15.

According to a statement from Physicians Surgical Hospitals Chief Operating Committee and Governing Board, “Bryan brings years of extensive healthcare experience and has a compassionate, servant leader mindset that will be a perfect fit for our culture at PSH. His demonstrated ability to transform business strategy into solid outcomes will continue to drive future success for our patients and our company.”

According to a news release, Bateman has more than 18 years of healthcare leadership experience, having spent the majority of his career with Community Health Systems (CHS). While at CHS, he held positions of increasing responsibility, serving most recently as CEO of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Mo. During his tenure, Bateman spent seven years as CEO at Lake Area Medical Center in Lake Charles, La., where his business acumen and leadership earned him the CHS CEO of the Year award. The hospital was twice named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work. Bateman earned a master’s degree in health administration from Ohio University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Texas.

Physicians Surgical Hospitals, L.L.C. is a BSA and physician-owned award-winning surgical facility. The comprehensive health care organization is composed of two surgical hospitals, Panhandle Surgical Hospital and Quail Creek Surgical Hospital; a physical therapy center, Quail Creek Physical Therapy; and an imaging center, Advanced Imaging Center of Amarillo. For more information, visit physurg.com.

First State Bank’s Randolph selected as 2022 Emerging Leader Award Winner by Texas Bankers Foundation

Tyler Randolph has been selected as a recipient of the Emerging Leader Award by the Texas Bankers Foundation. The honor was recently announced at the Texas Bankers Association’s 137th Annual Convention during a special awards luncheon, according to a news release.

Launched in 2019 by the Texas Bankers Foundation in collaboration with the Bank Leadership Council, the Emerging Leader Award honors bankers who have had a positive impact on the banking industry and who represent the best values of Texas community banking.

Tyler shows a dedication to customer relationships, a deep knowledge of banking and agriculture, and a gift for telling a good story. He helped found the Bushland 4-H club and still serves as a leader. He also served on the board of Mission Amarillo and participated in their “Driven” project where students in need are mentored and rewarded for strong academic performance.

“It is our great pleasure to recognize Tyler Randolph. These awards celebrate the banks and bankers who have made a commitment to positively impact their communities,” said Chris Furlow, president & CEO of the Texas Bankers Association. “We are honored to congratulate them on their efforts.”

For further information about the Texas Bankers Foundation, visit www.texasbankers.com/Foundation and check out Texas Banking Magazine, the official publication of the Texas Bankers Association, that includes a special feature on the 2022 winners.

This article originally appeared on Amarillo Globe-News: Business Seen