Avangrid Receives Patriot Award for Second Consecutive Year for Outstanding Support to National Guard and Reserve Employees

For the second year in a row, Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR) team members have received the prestigious Patriot Award from the Department of Defense’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) division. The honor was presented to Avangrid’s Vice President and Chief Security Officer and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Brian Harrell, Director of Physical Security and U.S. Air Force veteran Roger Hicks, and Senior Manager of Physical Security David McGill for their commitment to supporting uniformed team members who serve as part of the National Guard and Reserve.

“The energy industry is constantly looking for highly skilled employees, and veterans often fill this need because of their discipline and focus on safety,” said Pedro Azagra, CEO of Avangrid. “The leadership skills and goal-oriented approach honed in military service are valuable assets in our industry. Avangrid’s commitment to serving veterans extends beyond recruitment; we actively support the career growth and development of our veteran employees. Brian, Roger and David exemplify our dedication, and I am pleased that they are being recognized for their contributions.”