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Sysco adds two board directors with AI/tech expertise; reaffirms FY2027 guidance
SYSCO CORP
- Board expands to 13 directors; Jason Murray (ex-Amazon VP, Shipium CEO) and Tom Ondrof (former Aramark CFO) join effective Sept 1, 2026.
- Technology Committee renamed Artificial Intelligence Transformation & Technology Committee; Murray appointed to it, Ondrof to Audit Committee.
- Sysco reaffirms FY2027 guidance of 6-7% revenue growth, 9-11% adjusted EPS growth on 53-week basis, with $100M AI-driven cost savings program.
- D. E. Shaw group, a long-term shareholder, expects to participate in capital raise supporting pending Jetro Restaurant Depot acquisition.
- Both new directors deemed independent under NYSE standards; no reportable transactions under Item 404(a).