Appoints

Treasury Department Deputy Secretary Samuel W. Bodman will move over to the Department of Energy, replacing Secretary Spencer Abraham, President Bush said Friday. While lacking an energy background, Bodman has been praised for his management abilities.

Rep. Joseph Barton (R-TX), the new chairman of the powerful House Energy and Commerce Committee, created two new posts — Whip and Coalition Director — in his first week on the job.

Rep. Joseph Barton (R-TX), the new chairman of the powerful House Energy and Commerce Committee, has created two new posts — Whip and Coalition Director — in his first week on the job.

Looking to add a little more exploration and production (E&P) expertise to its oversight level, Calgary-based Canadian Superior Energy Inc. said it has appointed former El Paso E&P head Rodney D. Erskine to its board of directors.

Looking to add a little more exploration and production (E&P) expertise to its oversight level, Calgary-based Canadian Superior Energy Inc. said it has appointed former El Paso E&P head Rodney D. Erskine to its board of directors.

Dynegy Inc. on Tuesday increased the combined brain trust and streamlined the responsibilities within its finance department, appointing three current senior officers to direct the company’s financial, accounting and strategic planning duties. The new organizational approach was approved by the company’s board of directors, and all three will report to interim CEO Dan Dienstbier.

Secretary of the Interior Gale Norton has announced the appointment of Rejane Medinger “Johnnie” Burton as director of the Minerals Management Service. Burton has served as director of Wyoming’s Department of Revenue since 1995, and is a former business owner and legislator in the state.