– USA, VA – ASGN Incorporated (NYSE: ASGN), one of the foremost providers of IT and professional services in the technology, digital, creative, engineering, and life sciences fields across commercial and government sectors, today announced the appointment of the independent board member, Arshad Matin as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective June 18, 2021, succeeding Jeremy Jones who will retire at that date.
The company also announced the addition of Carol Lindstrom and VADM (Ret.) Joe Dyer to its Board of Directors.
“On behalf of our entire Board of Directors, I would like to thank Jerry for his outstanding service to ASGN as both an advisor and director over the past 26 years. We hope that Jerry enjoys his well-earned retirement,” said CEO, Ted Hanson. “Since Jerry was appointed Chairman of the Board in 2003, ASGN’s market cap has grown from approximately $130 million to roughly $5 billion through a combination of organic and acquisitive growth. Although Jerry’s shoes will be difficult to fill, I am more than confident that Arshad is fully capable and ready to step into this very important role.”
Ms. Lindstrom and Vice Admiral Dyer are members of the Strategy and Technology Committee and offer unique insights based on their decades of experience in technology, consulting, and government industries.
“On behalf of our entire Board, I would like to welcome Carol and Joe as our newest directors,” added CEO, Ted Hanson. “Carol offers a wealth of experience growing and managing large-scale commercial-focused technology practices, while Joe’s deep knowledge of federal procurement and corporate strategy will be a great asset to ASGN. As Carol and Joe have already served as advisers to our Board, I expect their transition into the director role will be seamless.”
About Arshad Matin
Incoming Chairman Arshad Matin has led a very successful career across the software, security, and IT industries, holding executive leadership roles at both public and private companies. He currently serves as President and CEO of Avetta, LLC, a private company that provides supply chain risk management. Before his current position, Mr. Matin was a Director, President, and CEO of Paradigm Ltd., a leading developer of software solutions to the global oil and gas industry. Mr. Matin was also Executive Vice President of IHS, Inc. (now IHS Markit), a publicly-traded information and analytics company. Mr. Matin joined IHS post its acquisition of Seismic MicroTechnology, Inc., where he served as CEO. Mr. Matin was also general manager of the enterprise security business of Symantec Corporation, a role he assumed upon Symantec’s acquisition of BindView Corporation where he was COO and President. Before BindView, Mr. Matin was a partner at McKinsey & Company, servicing clients in both the technology and energy industries.
About Carol Lindstrom
Carol Lindstrom is an advisor at Carrick Capital Partners, a growth-oriented investment firm focused on software and software-enabled businesses. Before Carrick, she was Vice-Chair of Deloitte LLP, which she first joined in 1993 to build their technology consulting practice. Ms. Lindstrom served as managing director of Deloitte’s Orange County and San Francisco, California consulting practices as well as managing director in Deloitte’s Americas technology practice and e-business and digital practices. Before Deloitte, Ms. Lindstrom was a partner at Andersen Consulting, now Accenture PLC.
About Joe Dyer
Joseph Dyer is an independent consultant in the technology and defense markets and the Chief Strategy Officer of National Spectrum Consortium, a research and development organization that incubates new technologies. Before his current role, Vice Admiral Dyer spent a decade in various executive leadership positions in operations and strategy at iRobot Corp., including President, COO, and Chief Strategy Officer, during a period of rapid company growth. He joined iRobot after a 30-year career in the U.S. Navy, where his last assignment was as the three-star commander of the Naval Air Systems Command. Additionally, he chaired NASA’s Aerospace Safety and Advisory Panel from 2003 to 2016.
The generation of long-term value for all of ASGN’s stakeholders begins with robust corporate governance principles and oversight. The establishment of a diverse board of directors is essential to the Company’s overall success. By 2022, ASGN is committed to advancing gender equality by having at least three female directors on the Company’s Board. About ASGN Incorporated
ASGN Incorporated is one of the
foremost providers of IT and professional services in the technology, digital, creative, engineering, and life sciences fields across commercial and government sectors. Operating through its Apex, Oxford, and ECS segments, ASGN helps leading corporate enterprises and government organizations develop, implement and operate critical IT and business solutions through its integrated offering of professional staffing and IT solutions. ASGN’s mission is to be the most trusted partner for companies seeking highly skilled human capital and integrated solutions to fulfill their strategic and operational needs.
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