Michael Angelakis and Jeffrey Ubben Join ExxonMobil Board of Directors
Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) has announced the appointment of Michael Angelakis and Jeffrey Ubben to its board of directors, expanding the board to 13 members, with 12 being independent. Angelakis brings experience from Comcast, where he oversaw strategic planning and capital allocation. Ubben, co-founder of Inclusive Capital Partners, focuses on shareholder value and ESG practices. CEO Darren Woods noted that their expertise will support ExxonMobil's strategy to enhance shareholder value and lead in the energy transition.
- Addition of two experienced directors enhances board expertise in capital allocation and strategic development.
- Board refreshment aligns with ExxonMobil's goals to improve shareholder value and navigate the energy transition.
- Potential concerns about continuity or experience gaps within the board despite new appointments.
Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) said today that Michael Angelakis and Jeffrey Ubben have joined its board of directors.
Angelakis is chairman and CEO of Atairos, an independent strategic investment company focused on supporting growth-oriented businesses across a range of industries. Prior to founding Atairos, he served as Comcast Corporation’s vice chairman and chief financial officer. In those roles, Angelakis led strategic planning, capital allocation and corporate development, including overseeing Comcast’s successful transition into media and other technologies. Angelakis is a non-executive director of TriNet Group, Inc. and Groupon, Inc., and is a former chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia.
Ubben co-founded Inclusive Capital Partners, a San Francisco-based investment firm focused on increasing shareholder value and promoting sound environmental, social and governance practices. Previously, he was a co-founder of ValueAct Capital Partners, an investment firm emphasizing strong, constructive relationships with company management teams and boards. He is currently a non-executive director for Appharvest Inc., Enviva Partners LP and Nikola Corporation.
“We welcome these new directors as part of our ongoing board refreshment, which builds on the diverse global business experience of our current members,” said Darren Woods, chairman and chief executive officer of Exxon Mobil Corporation. “Michael and Jeff’s expertise in capital allocation and strategy development has helped companies navigate complex transitions for the benefit of shareholders and broader stakeholders. Their contributions will be valued as ExxonMobil advances plans to increase shareholder value by responsibly providing needed energy while playing a leadership role in the energy transition.”
With the election of Angelakis and Ubben, the ExxonMobil board increased to 13 directors, 12 of whom are independent. In recent years the company has pursued additional board expertise in the areas of climate science, asset and risk management, and relevant industry experience. Seven independent directors have been appointed since 2016. The average director tenure for the ExxonMobil board is less than five years, compared to an average of eight years for companies in the S&P 500.
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