succession plan great pleasure announce board accepted recommendation appoint jeff skilling chief executive officer effective time next board meeting february 12 2001 jeff also retain duties president chief operating officer continue chairman board remain enron working jeff strategic direction company day day global operations jeff assume role time company hitting cylinders positioned phenomenal growth clearly ready job 15 years ceo great company ready somewhat different role succession plan clear time afforded jeff freedom combine strengths toward building company continues exceed everyone expectations including look forward furthering relationship jeff expands role plans changes management team broad shifts strategy direction please join congratulating jeff look forward great 2001