Emera Inc. announced that Chris Huskilson has provided notice of his intention to retire as CEO in 2018. Concurrently, the Board also announced it will appoint Scott Balfour, current COO and former CFO, as CEO upon Mr. Huskilson’s retirement. Mr. Balfour joined Emera as Executive Vice President and CFO in 2012, was appointed COO Northeast & Caribbean in March 2016 and Chief Operating Officer for Emera in November 2016. Mr. Balfour has also assumed responsibility for leading corporate strategy and is the Chair of the Board for most of Emera’s affiliates.