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Elliott Investment Management
New Southwest Airlines board members, left to right, top row first: Pierre Breber, David Cush, Sarah Feinberg, Dave Grissen, Gregg Saretsky, and Patricia Watson
Southwest Airlines Announces 6 New Board Directors, Accelerated Retirement for Executive Chairman
by Lance Murray | Oct 25, 2024
The appointments come as part of an agreement with activist investor Elliott Investment Management and are effective as of Nov. 1. Following his departure from the board and related responsibilities, former longtime CEO Gary Kelly will assume the title of chairman emeritus.
by Lance Murray |
Sep 26, 2024
Dallas-based Southwest detailed new policies during its Investor Day today, including a transition to assigned seating, premium seating options, boarding with upgrades, and more. Today's announcements—including the addition of former Spirit Airlines CEO Robert Fornaro as a new board member—come amid pressure from active investor Elliott Investment Management.
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by Lance Murray |
Sep 13, 2024
Southwest said that investor Elliott Investment Management LP was invited to participate in refreshment efforts and other corporate governance changes. Southwest said it intends to continue a constructive engagement with Elliott toward a collaborative resolution in the near term.
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by Lance Murray |
Mar 29, 2024
Veteran executives Laura Jones and Spencer Rascoff have been appointed to the Match Group’s board of directors, effective immediately.
Match Group Chairman Tom McInerney expressed enthusiasm about the new board members, highlighting the unique contributions they’re poised to bring....
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