Phil Wilson departing as Texas Secretary of State
Secretary of State Phil Wilson is resigning his post to join energy company Luminant as senior vice president of public affairs.
Wilson’s last day in office will be July 6. He will begin his new job at Dallas-based Luminant on July 7.
Gov. Rick Perry appointed Wilson secretary of state last year and he was sworn in July 1, 2007. In his role, Wilson serves as the chief elections officer for the state, as well as chief of international protocol. He maintains business and public filings and acts as the governor’s chief liaison on border and Mexico affairs.
In a statement, Wilson said: "I have been honored to serve in this role for the people of Texas and am proud of the accomplishments we achieved during our time in office; overseeing the largest primary in Texas history, being part of bringing thousands of new jobs to Texas, and investing in our states future employers and technologies."
Wilson has served as chairman of the Governor’s Competitiveness Council and on the Border Security Council. He also led the state’s efforts in economic development by serving as the governor’s designee on the Texas Enterprise Fund and Emerging Technology Fund cash advance now payday advances.
Gov. Rick Perry appointed Wilson secretary of state last year and he was sworn in July 1, 2007. In his role, Wilson serves as the chief elections officer for the state, as well as chief of international protocol. He maintains business and public filings and acts as the governor’s chief liaison on border and Mexico affairs.
In a statement, Perry called Wilson a trusted adviser and dear friend.
"He is a man of innovative thought and exceptional determination; attributes that have led him to success in both his professional and personal life," Perry said. "I thank Phil for his service, and wish him and his family much success and happiness in the future. He will be hard to replace."
At Luminant, the power generation unit of Energy Future Holdings Corp., Wilson will oversee the company’s community relations, communications, regulatory and government affairs efforts.
Web site: www.sos.state.tx.us, www.luminant.com