J.M. Smucker Co. announces board changes: Mark Smucker becomes Chair; Richard and Tim Smucker to retire
J M SMUCKER Co
- Mark T. Smucker, currently President and CEO, will become Chair of the Board effective Aug 17, 2022, succeeding Richard K. Smucker.
- Richard K. Smucker to retire as Executive Chairman on Aug 17, 2022, remain employee until Oct 9, 2022, then continue as Board director if re-elected.
- Timothy P. Smucker to retire from Board on Aug 17, 2022; will become Chairman Emeritus for one-year term with $100,000 annual retainer.
- Board size reduced from 12 to 11 directors after the annual meeting on Aug 17, 2022, due to Tim Smucker's departure.
- Mark Smucker's base salary and incentive plan targets adjusted for increased responsibilities.