Linn Evans
About Linn Evans
Linden Evans - President and Chief Executive Officer of Black Hills Corp.
Linden Evans currently holds the position of President and Chief Executive Officer at Black Hills Corporation. He has been serving in this role since January 1, 2019. Linden's journey within the company began in 2001 when he started as Corporate Counsel. Over the years, he has climbed the ranks through various critical roles, including President and Chief Operating Officer from 2016 to 2018 and President and Chief Operating Officer – Utilities from 2004 to 2015. Additionally, he served as Vice President and General Manager of a former communication subsidiary from 2003 to 2004.
Linden Evans' Career at Black Hills Corp.
Linden Evans has dedicated 21 years to Black Hills Corp., starting his tenure in 2001 as Corporate Counsel. His career trajectory includes serving as Associate Counsel from 2001 to 2003, and he was then promoted to Vice President and General Manager of a former communication subsidiary in 2003 and 2004. He later ascended to the role of President and Chief Operating Officer – Utilities, where he served from 2004 to 2015, followed by his tenure as President and Chief Operating Officer from 2016 to 2018. In January 2019, he was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, a position he currently holds.
Linden Evans' Early Career and Expertise
Before joining Black Hills Corp., Linden Evans was both a mining engineer and an attorney. His legal expertise specialized in environmental and corporate legal matters. This background provided a strong foundation for his various roles at Black Hills Corp. as he navigated his way through different leadership positions to eventually become the CEO.
Linden Evans' Stock Holdings in Black Hills Corp.
As an integral leader of Black Hills Corp., Linden Evans holds 147,386 shares of the company. This substantial shareholding demonstrates his deep investment and belief in the long-term success and profitability of the organization.