Rich Marcogliese, Valero Energy Corp.’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer will retire at the end of 2010. Marcogliese left Exxon and joined the Valero team in 2000. As the head of Refining and Chief Operating Officer he led the implementation of advanced management systems to improve plant reliability. He also enhanced Valero’s leadership role in occupational safety through their commitment to Star Site certification under OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program. Marcogliese played a key part in Valero’s cost efficiency efforts, helping the company return to profitability. In addition to heading the company’s United Way corporate campaigns, Marcogliese has overseen responsibilities for Valero’s sponsorship of the Texas Open golf tournament, a project that raises millions of dollars for children’s charities annually. His career in the refining industry has spanned over 36 years, culminating in his appointment as Chief Operating Officer of Valero in 2007. He currently serves on the boards of directors for the National Petrochemical and Refiners Association, the San Antonio Economic Development Foundation and the Witte Museum.