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Tim Rogelstad was elected President of Otter Tail Corporation, overseeing electric and manufacturing platforms, with a compensation package including a $540,000 base salary and $1,000,000 long-term incentive target.

Tyler Nelson was elected Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, with a compensation package including a $465,000 base salary and $250,000 long-term incentive target.

Todd Wahlund transitioned from CFO to Senior Vice President and President of Otter Tail Power Company, with a compensation package including a $525,000 base salary and $550,000 long-term incentive target.

Jennifer Smestad received a $500,000 retention award in restricted stock units that cliff vest on April 8, 2031, to support her retention.

The executive transitions are part of the company's long-term succession plan approved by its Board of Directors.

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The executive leadership transitions at Otter Tail Corporation represent a planned succession move that brings experienced internal leaders into key roles. Tim Rogelstad's promotion to President follows his 37-year career with the company, including leadership of the electric utility platform since 2014, positioning him to oversee both electric and manufacturing operations. The compensation packages for the new appointments include significant long-term incentive components tied to retention, with equity awards subject to forfeiture provisions except in specific circumstances. The company emphasized these changes result from long-standing succession planning and are designed to ensure continuity and seasoned leadership across its operations.

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