Mary Beth  Straka net worth and biography

Mary Straka Biography and Net Worth

M. Beth Straka was named senior vice president — corporate communications and investor relations for WEC Energy Group in June 2015. She also was named vice president of the We Energies and Wisconsin Public Service foundations at that time, and president of the foundations in February 2022.

In her communications and investment role, Straka oversees the development, execution, management and coordination of communication strategies, activities and programs for key audiences, both internal and external, to help the company achieve its business objectives. She also is responsible for communicating an integrated operational and financial strategy to the investment community to maximize shareholder value, with considerable focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) outreach and communication. In addition to serving on the Climate Risk Committee and having primary responsibility for ESG outreach with key stakeholders, she advocated for and coordinated the creation of the company’s first-ever climate report, establishing WEC Energy Group’s pathway to a cleaner energy future.

In her role as head of WEC Energy Group’s foundations and charitable giving programs, Straka provides stewardship of more than $100 million in assets and allocation of more than $20 million in annual charitable giving in communities served by WEC Energy Group’s operating companies. In 2020, she advocated for and established a funding program for COVID-19 relief, focused on organizations supporting health care workers, homeless shelters and food banks, earmarking $2 million, including $500,000 in matching funding. That same year, the company was recognized as the largest corporate contributor in Wisconsin by the Milwaukee Business Journal.

Previously, Straka served for more than a decade as vice president of equity research in the power and utilities group at Barclays and at Lehman Brothers Inc. She has more than 30 years of corporate and utility experience, having previously managed investor relations and corporate communications in the industry. She began her career in public accounting and is a certified public accountant.

Straka holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Straka serves on the steering committee of Global Listed Infrastructure Organization (GLIO), the finance committee of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee board of trustees, and the finance committee of the Make-a-Wish Wisconsin board.

What is Mary Beth Straka's net worth?

The estimated net worth of Mary Beth Straka is at least $426,357.36 as of September 4th, 2019. Ms. Straka owns 5,252 shares of WEC Energy Group stock worth more than $426,357 as of March 27th. This net worth evaluation does not reflect any other assets that Ms. Straka may own. Learn More about Mary Beth Straka's net worth.

How old is Mary Beth Straka?

Ms. Straka is currently 59 years old. There are 8 older executives and no younger executives at WEC Energy Group. The oldest executive at WEC Energy Group is Mr. Gale E. Klappa, Executive Chairman of the Board, who is 73 years old. Learn More on Mary Beth Straka's age.

How do I contact Mary Beth Straka?

The corporate mailing address for Ms. Straka and other WEC Energy Group executives is 231 WEST MICHIGAN STREET P O BOX 1331, MILWAUKEE WI, 53201. WEC Energy Group can also be reached via phone at (414) 221-2345 and via email at [email protected]. Learn More on Mary Beth Straka's contact information.

Has Mary Beth Straka been buying or selling shares of WEC Energy Group?

Mary Beth Straka has not been actively trading shares of WEC Energy Group in the last ninety days. Most recently, Mary Beth Straka sold 3,500 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Wednesday, September 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $97.69, for a transaction totalling $341,915.00. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president now directly owns 5,252 shares of the company's stock, valued at $513,067.88. Learn More on Mary Beth Straka's trading history.

Who are WEC Energy Group's active insiders?

WEC Energy Group's insider roster includes Joshua Erickson (VP), Robert Garvin (EVP), Gale Klappa (Chairman), Thomas Lane (Director), Scott Lauber (CFO), William Mastoris (EVP), Charles Matthews (CEO), Tom Metcalfe (Insider), Molly Mulroy (EVP), Ulice Payne, Jr. (Director), Anthony Reese (VP), James Schubilske (VP), Mary Straka (VP), and Glen Tellock (Director). Learn More on WEC Energy Group's active insiders.

Are insiders buying or selling shares of WEC Energy Group?

During the last twelve months, insiders at the utilities provider sold shares 4 times. They sold a total of 42,110 shares worth more than $3,340,568.90. The most recent insider tranaction occured on February, 29th when CEO Scott J Lauber sold 2,830 shares worth more than $223,258.70. Insiders at WEC Energy Group own 0.3% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at WEC Energy Group.

Information on this page was last updated on 2/29/2024.

Mary Beth Straka Insider Trading History at WEC Energy Group

Transaction DateBuy/SellNumber of SharesAverage Share PriceTotal TransactionShares Held After TransactionDetails
9/4/2019Sell3,500$97.69$341,915.005,252View SEC Filing Icon  
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WEC Energy Group Company Overview

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WEC Energy Group, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides regulated natural gas and electricity, and renewable and nonregulated renewable energy services in the United States. It operates through Wisconsin, Illinois, Other States, Electric Transmission, and Non-Utility Energy Infrastructure segments. The company generates and distributes electricity from coal, natural gas, oil, and nuclear, as well as renewable energy resources, including wind, solar, hydroelectric, and biomass; and distributes and transports natural gas. It also owns, maintains, monitors, and operates electric transmission systems; and generates, distributes, and sells steam. As of December 31, 2023, the company operated approximately 35,500 miles of overhead distribution lines and 36,500 miles of underground distribution cables, as well as 430 electric distribution substations and 523,700 line transformers; approximately 46,400 miles of natural gas distribution mains; 1,700 miles of natural gas transmission mains; 2.4 million natural gas lateral services; 490 natural gas distribution and transmission gate stations; and 69.3 billion cubic feet of working gas capacities in underground natural gas storage fields. The company was formerly known as Wisconsin Energy Corporation and changed its name to WEC Energy Group, Inc. in June 2015. WEC Energy Group, Inc. was founded in 1896 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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