Summary
American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP) has announced the appointment of two new independent directors, David S. Marriott and Charles J. Meyers, to its Board of Directors, effective July 20, 2026. These appointments are intended to enhance the Board's expertise and governance capabilities. Both directors have extensive experience in senior leadership roles within prominent publicly traded companies, bringing valuable perspectives to AEP's strategic direction and oversight.
Key Highlights
- 1Appointment of David S. Marriott and Charles J. Meyers as new independent directors to the Board.
- 2Both new directors bring significant leadership experience from major corporations (Marriott International and Equinix).
- 3Mr. Marriott appointed to the Audit Committee and Technology Committee.
- 4Mr. Meyers appointed to the Nominating, Governance & Compensation Committee and Nuclear Oversight Committee.
- 5New directors' terms will continue until the 2027 annual meeting of shareholders.
- 6Both directors have been determined to be independent under NASDAQ listing standards and SEC rules.
- 7Non-employee directors Marriott and Meyers will receive standard compensation for their roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
David S. Marriott and Charles J. Meyers have been elected to serve as directors of American Electric Power Company, Inc.
Mr. Marriott has extensive experience with Marriott International, including serving as Chairman and in operational leadership roles. Mr. Meyers brings substantial experience from Equinix, Inc., where he served as Executive Chairman, CEO, and in various other senior executive positions.
Mr. Marriott will serve on the Audit Committee and the Technology Committee. Mr. Meyers will serve on the Nominating, Governance & Compensation Committee and the Nuclear Oversight Committee.
Yes, the Board has determined that both Mr. Marriott and Mr. Meyers are independent directors, meeting the requirements of AEP's Corporate Governance Principles and NASDAQ listing standards.