companies. Cocklin holds bachelor's and master's degrees from Wichita State University and a law degree from Washburn University. J. Kevin Akers ... W. Best Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Kim R. Cocklin President and Chief Operating Officer Richard A. Erskine President, Atmos Pipeline - Texas David E. Gates President, Mississippi Division Richard J. Gius Vice President and Chief Information Officer Gary W. Gregory President, West ...