Universal Corp appoints Fay Manolios to board; director Michael Lawton to retire

UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/

Fay Manolios appointed to Board effective June 1, 2025; brings 25+ years HR experience from Capital One.
Michael Lawton to retire after nine years; will not stand for re-election at August 5, 2025 Annual Meeting.
Manolios will serve on Audit, Nominating/Governance/Risk, and Compensation Committees.
Board size increased to 10 members; Manolios deemed independent per NYSE standards.

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Departed

Michael T. Lawton

Director

UVV · UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/

Filed: May 23, 2025, 7:59 PM ET

Michael T. Lawton notified the Board that he will retire from service on the Board following the completion of his current term.

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Executive change SEC 8-K Item 5.02 confidence 0.95

Michael T. Lawton departed as Director at UNIVERSAL CORP /VA/.

Action: retire
Role: Director

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Michael T. Lawton notified the Board that he will retire from service on the Board following the completion of his current term.

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