Micron Appoints Rob Beard as SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

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Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) announced the appointment of Rob Beard as the new senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary, succeeding Joel Poppen, who will retire in mid-2022 after over 26 years with the company. Beard's legal expertise will strengthen Micron's global legal and compliance functions. Previously, he led corporate operations at Micron and practiced at top international law firms. Poppen will continue as a special advisor until his retirement, highlighting his significant contributions to Micron's growth and industry leadership.

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• Rob Beard's appointment brings expertise in legal affairs, enhancing leadership.
• Beard's background in international law firms may improve strategic decision-making.

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• Transition may raise concerns about continuity in legal leadership.

BOISE, Idaho, Dec. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), today announced the appointment of Rob Beard as senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary. Beard succeeds Joel Poppen, who earlier this year announced his plans to retire after more than 26 years of exemplary service to the company, including serving as Micron’s senior vice president of Legal Affairs, general counsel and corporate secretary since 2013. Beard will lead Micron’s global legal, intellectual property, and compliance and ethics functions, comprising a strong team of lawyers, paralegals and other professionals across Micron’s global footprint.

“Rob’s deep expertise, legal acumen and outstanding track record will make a strong addition to our leadership team as we continue to execute on our growth strategy,” said Micron President and Chief Executive Officer Sanjay Mehrotra. “He is a proven leader, partnering across global teams to achieve results in alignment with our mission and values for our customers and company.”

Prior to this appointment, Beard led teams supporting Micron’s corporate and global operations functions. Before joining Micron, he worked at international law firms Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP and Shearman and Sterling LLP, where he led mergers and acquisitions and other strategic transactions in complex, cross-border capital markets. He also advised on public company disclosure and corporate governance matters. Beard received his Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois College of Law and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Utah.

“I’d like to thank Joel for his many years of service and tremendous contributions to Micron’s success,” said Mehrotra. “During his career spanning nearly three decades, Joel drove Micron’s industry leadership position as the company strengthened. He helped make Micron an IP powerhouse, enhanced our government engagements around the globe, and drove our focus and commitments to people and communities.”

Poppen will remain with Micron as a special advisor until his retirement in mid-2022.

About Micron Technology, Inc.  
We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience. To learn more about Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), visit micron.com.

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FAQ

Who is the new general counsel of Micron (MU)?

Rob Beard has been appointed as the new senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary of Micron.

What role did Joel Poppen play at Micron before his retirement?

Joel Poppen served as senior vice president of Legal Affairs, general counsel, and corporate secretary for Micron for over 26 years.

What are the implications of Rob Beard's appointment for Micron (MU)?

Rob Beard's legal expertise may positively impact Micron's compliance, intellectual property, and growth strategy.

When will Joel Poppen retire from Micron (MU)?

Joel Poppen is expected to retire in mid-2022.

What is Rob Beard's background before joining Micron (MU)?

Before joining Micron, Rob Beard worked at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP and Shearman and Sterling LLP, focusing on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate governance.