Omnicom Appoints Casey Santos to Board of Directors

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Omnicom (NYSE: OMC) appoints Casey Santos as independent director and member of Finance Committee, increasing Board of Directors to 11 members, with 10 being independent, 7 women, and 6 ethnically diverse.

NEW YORK, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Omnicom (NYSE: OMC) today announced that Casey Santos has been appointed as an independent director to its Board of Directors and as a member of the Finance Committee, effective January 1, 2024.

"We are thrilled to welcome Casey to our esteemed Board of Directors, which is known for the diverse perspectives it brings together," said John Wren, Chairman and CEO of Omnicom. "Casey has deep expertise in technology, digital transformation and AI, bringing new perspectives highly relevant to Omnicom. Her career path is truly a remarkable one, and her unique experiences make her a valuable addition to our Board."

The appointment increases the size of the Board of Directors to 11 members, 10 of whom are independent, including seven who are women and six who are ethnically diverse.

Santos is currently Chief Information Officer at Asurion, where she leads the organization's global technology and procurement teams and strategy. Prior to her work at Asurion, she held technology leadership roles in the finance industry, including roles at Alliance Bernstein, General Atlantic and McKinsey. She began her career as a NASA Flight Controller supporting over 20 space shuttle missions.

Santos received her Bachelor of Science degree in aeronautics and astronautics from MIT and holds dual master's degrees from the University of Pennsylvania. She is the Board Chair of the Greater Nashville Technology Council, Board Director of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, and a Board Member of Nashville Electric Service. She also works with non-profits to help advance Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education and technology leadership for all.

To learn more about Omnicom's Board of Directors, please visit https://www.omnicomgroup.com/about/corporate-governance.

About Omnicom
Omnicom (www.omnicomgroup.com) is a leading global marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom's branded networks and numerous specialty firms offer services in advertising, strategic media planning and buying, precision marketing, commerce and branding, experiential, customer relationship marketing (CRM), public relations, healthcare marketing and other specialty communications services to over 5,000 clients in more than 70 countries.

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FAQ

Who has been appointed as an independent director to Omnicom's Board of Directors?

Casey Santos has been appointed as an independent director to Omnicom's Board of Directors.

When will Casey Santos assume her role as a member of the Finance Committee?

Casey Santos will assume her role as a member of the Finance Committee on January 1, 2024.

How many members are there in Omnicom's Board of Directors after the appointment?

The appointment increases the size of the Board of Directors to 11 members.

How many of Omnicom's Board of Directors are independent?

There are 10 independent members in Omnicom's Board of Directors.

How many women are on Omnicom's Board of Directors?

There are seven women on Omnicom's Board of Directors.

How many ethnically diverse members are on Omnicom's Board of Directors?

There are six ethnically diverse members on Omnicom's Board of Directors.

What is Casey Santos' current role at Asurion?

Casey Santos is currently the Chief Information Officer at Asurion.

What are Casey Santos' qualifications?

Casey Santos holds a Bachelor of Science degree in aeronautics and astronautics from MIT and dual master's degrees from the University of Pennsylvania. She has deep expertise in technology, digital transformation, and AI.

What organizations is Casey Santos associated with?

Casey Santos is associated with organizations such as the Greater Nashville Technology Council, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, and Nashville Electric Service.

What causes does Casey Santos support?

Casey Santos supports causes related to advancing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education and technology leadership for all.