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Weight Watchers appoints Lisa Gavales and Sue Gove to board, expands to 6 members
WW INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Lisa Gavales (ex-Express CMO) and Sue Gove (ex-Bed Bath & Beyond CEO) elected independent directors effective April 7, 2026.
- Board size increased to six directors, all independent; they will stand for election at the 2026 annual meeting.
- Standard non-employee director compensation: $90k annual cash retainer, $12.5k per committee, and $135k RSU grant (subject to election).
- Gavales brings expertise in e-commerce, brand building; Gove adds financial oversight and turnaround experience.
- Appointments follow a multi-month search to support strategic transformation into digital weight health.