Fermi Inc. announced that Chief Executive Officer Toby Neugebauer will step down effective April 17, 2026. The Board of Directors has created an interim office of CEO, appointing Chief Operating Officer Jacobo Ortiz and board observer Anna Bofa to jointly lead the company during the transition.
The interim leadership arrangement also coincides with a board expansion. Chief Financial Officer Miles Everson has been nominated to the board, increasing its size from five to seven members under a Director Nomination Agreement dated September 30, 2025. The new board composition is intended to strengthen governance and provide additional oversight during the leadership change.
Neugebauer’s exit comes amid the company’s focus on Project Matador, a 5,800‑to‑7,570‑acre data‑center campus in Texas that aims to generate power from a mix of nuclear, natural gas, solar, and battery storage. Project Matador is a capital‑intensive undertaking that represents a significant portion of Fermi’s long‑term strategy and is a key driver of investor interest.
Financially, Fermi America LLC has reported a net loss of $486.4 million since its January 2025 inception, largely driven by non‑cash charges, and has yet to generate revenue. The company holds $408.5 million in cash, a figure that has been highlighted by analysts as a cushion for ongoing development. Investors have expressed concern over the leadership transition, though some remain optimistic about the potential of Project Matador to unlock future value.
The departure of a CEO introduces short‑term uncertainty, but the interim leadership team is positioned to maintain day‑to‑day operations and continue progress on Project Matador. The company’s cash reserves and the scale of the project suggest that it can sustain its development trajectory while a permanent CEO is sought. Investors and stakeholders will likely monitor the interim period closely to assess how the leadership change impacts execution and long‑term strategy.
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