Altria CEO Billy Gifford to retire May 2026; Sal Mancuso named successor, Heather Newman as CFO

ALTRIA GROUP, INC.

CEO Billy Gifford to retire May 14, 2026 after 30+ years (5+ as CEO); will serve as consultant through at least end of 2026.
Sal Mancuso, current EVP/CFO since 2020, elected as CEO effective May 14, 2026.
Heather Newman, current Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, elected CFO effective May 14, 2026.
Newman granted $1.5M in RSUs (vest Nov 20, 2030) in connection with CFO appointment.
CEO compensation for Mancuso and any CFO comp changes for Newman to be set later.

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