PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE: PBF) announced that Kimberly S. Lubel has been elected as an independent director effective August 2, 2017.

Thomas J. Nimbley, PBF's Chairman of the Board and CEO, commented, "We are very pleased to have Kim join PBF's Board of Directors. She brings a wealth of experience as an executive leader and independent director in the energy sector and is particularly knowledgeable about the independent refining sector. I expect her to be a valued contributor to the PBF Energy Board."

Ms. Lubel brings to PBF significant experience as a board member of public entities. Ms. Lubel served as the Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of CST Brands, Inc. from January 1, 2013 to June 28, 2017. She also served as the Chairman of the Board at CrossAmerica GP LLC, General Partner of CrossAmerica Partners LP from October 2014 to June 2017. She served as the Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Valero Energy Corporation from 2006 to 2012 and served as its Vice President of Legal Services from 2003 to 2006. She has been an Independent Director of WPX Energy, Inc. since January 2012, where she is a member of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.

About PBF Energy Inc. 

PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE: PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities in California, Delaware, Louisiana, New Jerseyand Ohio. Our mission is to operate our facilities in a safe, reliable and environmentally responsible manner, provide employees with a safe and rewarding workplace, become a positive influence in the communities where we do business, and provide superior returns to our investors.