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Lazard appoints Perplexity AI's Dmitry Shevelenko to Board of Directors
Lazard, Inc.
- Dmitry Shevelenko, Chief Business Officer of Perplexity, elected to Lazard's Board effective Sept 2, 2025.
- Shevelenko will receive standard non-employee director compensation as described in the 2025 proxy statement.
- Shevelenko's AI expertise supports Lazard's tech-enabled strategy; CEO Orszag cited AI-driven insights.
- No arrangements or family relationships with any director or executive officer; no material interest in any transaction.
- Shevelenko formerly held senior roles at Uber, LinkedIn, Meta and has startup and patent experience.