01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed November 12, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (AMP) announced a key change to its Board of Directors with the immediate appointment of Liane J.
Pelletier, effective November 12, 2025. Ms. Pelletier brings extensive experience in executive leadership and corporate governance, having previously served as CEO and President of Alaska Communications Systems Group and holding senior strategy roles at Sprint Corporation.
Her appointment is expected to strengthen the company's oversight, particularly with her immediate inclusion on the Audit and Risk Committee. This move signals a focus on enhancing board expertise in critical areas of financial oversight and risk management.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Liane J. Pelletier appointed as a new director to the Board, effective immediately (November 12, 2025).
- Ms. Pelletier joins the Audit and Risk Committee of the Board.
- Extensive executive leadership background from roles at Alaska Communications Systems Group and Sprint Corporation.
- Significant public company board experience, including current roles at Expeditors International and Frontdoor, Inc.
- Holds an MS from MIT Sloan School of Management and a BA from Wellesley College.
- Compensation for Ms. Pelletier will follow the company's standard outside director program, including a pro rata grant of deferred share units.
- No reportable related-party transactions or arrangements requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Liane J. Pelletier and what is her background?
Liane J. Pelletier is a newly appointed director to Ameriprise Financial's Board. She has a strong background in executive leadership, having served as Chair, CEO, and President of Alaska Communications Systems Group and held senior strategy roles at Sprint Corporation. She also has significant experience as a director on other public company boards.
What committees will Ms. Pelletier serve on?
Ms. Pelletier will immediately join the Company's Audit and Risk Committee.
How will Ms. Pelletier be compensated as a director?
Ms. Pelletier will participate in Ameriprise's standard outside director compensation program. This includes eligibility for a pro rata portion of the annual $210,000 grant of deferred share units, measured from her appointment date through the 2026 annual meeting of shareholders.
Are there any conflicts of interest or related-party transactions associated with Ms. Pelletier's appointment?
The filing explicitly states that Ms. Pelletier was not appointed pursuant to any arrangement or understanding with other persons, and there are no transactions requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K between the Company and Ms. Pelletier or her immediate family members.
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