Summary
United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) announced a strategic expansion of its Board of Directors on September 10, 2020, increasing its size to fifteen members. This expansion includes the election of two new independent directors, Eva Boratto and Wayne Hewett. Both individuals have also been appointed to serve on the Board's Audit Committee, signaling a strengthening of the company's oversight capabilities. This move is primarily informational, detailing changes to the board's composition and committee assignments. Investors should note that both new directors will be compensated according to standard UPS director compensation practices, as outlined in the company's 2020 Proxy Statement. There are no undisclosed arrangements or related-party transactions to report concerning their appointments, indicating a routine board refreshment process.
Key Highlights
- 1UPS Board of Directors size increased from 14 to 15 members.
- 2Eva Boratto elected as a new Director.
- 3Wayne Hewett elected as a new Director.
- 4Both Ms. Boratto and Mr. Hewett appointed to the Audit Committee.
- 5New directors will receive standard compensation for non-employee directors.
- 6No undisclosed arrangements or related-party transactions exist for the new directors.