Lightspeed Announces Resignation of Board Member Manon Brouillette

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On June 3, 2021, Lightspeed (NYSE: LSPD) announced the resignation of board member Manon Brouillette, effective June 11, 2021. Brouillette is stepping down to assume the role of Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO at Verizon Consumer Group. Lightspeed's CEO Dax Dasilva commended her contributions and expressed confidence in her future success. The company aims for a minimum of 33% female representation on its board by the August 2022 annual meeting, following Brouillette's departure. Lightspeed continues to support global merchants with its comprehensive commerce platform.

Positive

• Manon Brouillette's departure allows for a potential new board member who can bring fresh perspectives.
• Lightspeed is committed to achieving at least 33% female representation on the board, which may enhance diversity.

Negative

• The resignation leaves a gap in board experience and continuity, as Brouillette's expertise was significant.

MONTRÉAL, June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Lightspeed (TSX: LSPD) (NYSE: LSPD), the one-stop commerce platform for merchants around the world to simplify, scale and provide exceptional customer experiences, today announced that distinguished technology executive Manon Brouillette will be resigning from its board of directors to focus on her new role as Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO of the Verizon Consumer Group, effective June 11^th, 2021.

"On behalf of Lightspeed, I would like to congratulate Manon Brouillette for her appointment to the newly created role of Verizon Consumer Group's (VCG) Chief Operation Officer and Deputy CEO," said Dax Dasilva, Lightspeed Founder and CEO. "Manon has brought invaluable insight and expertise to our business during her tenure on our Board. We are delighted that she will be leading one of the world's largest telecommunications companies and wish her much success in her new role."

Brouillette is one of Canada's most accomplished executives having previously led telecommunications giant Videotron. With regard to the vacancy on its Board created by Ms. Brouillette's departure, Lightspeed has committed itself to achieving, at a minimum, 33% female representation on its Board of Directors prior to its August 2022 annual meeting.

About Lightspeed

Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale and provide exceptional customer experiences. The cloud solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financing and connection to supplier networks.

Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange and Toronto Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality and golf businesses in over 100 countries.

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FAQ

Who resigned from Lightspeed's board on June 3, 2021?

Manon Brouillette resigned from the board of Lightspeed effective June 11, 2021.

What is Manon Brouillette's new role?

She is now the Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO of Verizon Consumer Group.

What diversity goal has Lightspeed set for its board?

Lightspeed aims for a minimum of 33% female representation on its board by the August 2022 annual meeting.

How might Manon Brouillette's resignation affect Lightspeed?

Her resignation could impact board continuity and experience, though it creates an opportunity for new leadership.