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Nicor Gas President Wendell Dallas named among Savoy Magazine’s 2024 Most Influential Executives in Corporate America

NAPERVILLE, IL. – April 22, 2024 - Wendell Dallas, president and CEO of Nicor Gas, has been named among the 2024 Most Influential Executives in Corporate America by Savoy Magazine. The leading publication that celebrates African American lifestyle and culture released its special issue that showcases a dynamic group of CEOs, COOs and top executives who exemplify exceptional leadership and influence in the corporate world.

As president of Nicor Gas, the largest natural gas distribution company in Illinois, Dallas is responsible for ensuring that natural gas reaches more than 2.3 million homes and businesses in more than 650 Illinois communities. A champion for workforce development initiatives, Dallas serves on the boards of several non-profit, civic and workforce development boards in the Chicagoland area.

"I am honored and humbled to receive this accolade alongside some of the most esteemed executives in the nation," Dallas said. "This recognition not only reaffirms my dedication to our valued employees, but also to our customers and communities with whom we are forging a sustainable future.”

"As we celebrate our 23rd anniversary, it's an honor to spotlight such extraordinary individuals in our 2024 edition. These leaders are not just excelling in their fields, they're setting new benchmarks for excellence and inspiring future generations," said L.P. Green, II, the publisher of Savoy Magazine.

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About Nicor Gas
Nicor Gas is one of four natural gas distribution companies of Southern Company Gas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO). Nicor Gas serves more than 2.3 million customers in a service territory that encompasses most of the northern third of Illinois, excluding the city of Chicago. For more information, visit  nicorgas.com.

About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.3 million natural gas customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states with approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit  southerncompanygas.com. 

Media Contact:
Jennifer Golz
331-222-8716
jgolz@southernco.com