Jericho Energy Welcomes Comstock Holding Companies CEO Chris Clemente to Board of Directors

Clemente's public company leadership and real estate expertise to support Jericho's AI-driven energy and infrastructure initiatives

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. (TSXV:JEV)(OTCID:JROOF)(FRA:JLM), an energy innovation company, has appointed Christopher Clemente, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq:CHCI), to its Board of Directors, effective March 2, 2026. Clemente brings public company leadership, capital markets expertise, and deep experience in large-scale real estate and infrastructure development to support Jericho's AI-driven energy and infrastructure initiatives.

Why it matters

Jericho is strategically positioned at the intersection of domestic energy development and next-generation data infrastructure. Clemente's track record of building and scaling platforms, executing strategic partnerships, and aligning long-term shareholders makes him an outstanding addition to Jericho's Board as the company advances its AI-driven energy and infrastructure initiatives.

The details

Clemente founded Comstock in 1985 and has guided its evolution from a homebuilder into a commercial real estate industry leader. Through his thoughtful leadership, Comstock has established itself as one of the preeminent asset managers, developers, and operators in the Mid-Atlantic U.S. region, providing a broad spectrum of real estate services to their rapidly growing managed portfolio. Clemente has also led Comstock to execute multiple successful large-scale public-private partnerships and strategic investments in real estate ventures.

  • Clemente's appointment to Jericho's Board of Directors is effective March 2, 2026.

The players

Jericho Energy Ventures Inc.

An energy innovation company positioned at the nexus of energy and AI infrastructure.

Christopher Clemente

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Comstock Holding Companies, Inc.

Comstock Holding Companies, Inc.

A leading asset manager, developer, and operator of mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C. region.

Brian Williamson

CEO of Jericho Energy Ventures Inc.

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What they’re saying

“Chris brings a rare combination of public company leadership, capital markets expertise, and deep experience in large-scale real estate and infrastructure development. His track record of building and scaling platforms, executing strategic partnerships, and aligning long-term shareholders makes him an outstanding addition to our Board as we advance our AI-driven energy and infrastructure initiatives.”

— Brian Williamson, CEO of Jericho (digitalmedianet.com)

“Jericho Energy is strategically positioned at the intersection of domestic energy development and next-generation data infrastructure. I look forward to working closely with Brian and the Board to support the Company's AI land growth strategy and help unlock long-term value for shareholders.”

— Christopher Clemente, CEO of Comstock (digitalmedianet.com)

What’s next

Jericho and Comstock have agreed to pursue the formation of a strategic partnership focused on the acquisition, aggregation and development of land in and around Jericho's existing energy asset base in Oklahoma. The proposed joint venture is intended to leverage Jericho's energy infrastructure footprint and Comstock's real estate development expertise to advance high-value infrastructure and energy-related projects in the region.

The takeaway

Jericho's appointment of Comstock's CEO to its Board of Directors signals the company's strategic focus on leveraging its energy assets and infrastructure to drive AI-powered data center and energy solutions, with the support of an experienced real estate and development partner.