Summary
Moody's Corporation (MCO) has announced a key leadership transition within its legal department. Effective September 4, 2023, John J. Goggins, the long-serving Executive Vice President and General Counsel, will retire after more than two decades with the company. Mr. Goggins has been instrumental in guiding the company's legal strategy since 2000. Taking over as the new General Counsel is Richard Steele, who brings extensive experience from within Moody's and prior roles in the financial technology and venture capital sectors. Mr. Steele's appointment signals a continuation of experienced leadership in a critical corporate function, with his tenure at Moody's dating back to 2006.
Key Highlights
- 1Retirement of John J. Goggins, EVP & General Counsel, effective September 4, 2023.
- 2John J. Goggins has served as General Counsel since 2000.
- 3Richard Steele appointed as the new General Counsel.
- 4Richard Steele joined Moody's KMV in 2006.
- 5Steele previously served as General Counsel of Moody's Analytics.
- 6Steele has a background in corporate law and financial technology legal roles.
- 7The filing indicates a smooth leadership transition in a key executive role.