Nelson succeeds E. Will Gray II, who held the top post since December 2024. Gray will remain with the organization, transitioning to the role of Permian president to bolster the company's operations in the Midland, Texas region.
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New Era Energy & Digital Reshuffles Leadership Suite
Charlie Nelson has stepped into the dual role of chairman and chief executive at New Era Energy & Digital, spearheading a sweeping executive realignment at the infrastructure developer. The move marks a transition from his previous tenure as president and chief operating officer, signaling a shift in the firm’s strategic oversight.

The leadership shakeup extends to the boardroom and operations desk. Ted Warner, who arrived as chief financial officer in March, expands his portfolio to include the title of president and a seat on the board. Simultaneously, the company tapped Jose Rodriguez as chief operating officer. Rodriguez brings technical expertise to the firm, having previously managed data-center and infrastructure projects at Amazon Web Services, TikTok, and Microsoft.
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