– USA, NJ – Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ | Nasdaq: VZ) today announced the election of Laxman Narasimhan to its Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2021, bringing total board membership to ten, nine of whom are independent.
Laxman is CEO and Board member of Reckitt Benckiser Group Plc, a FTSE 12 listed British multinational consumer health, hygiene and nutrition company.
“As we continue to accelerate 5G adoption by consumers, execute on our Network-as-a-service strategy and grow Verizon’s business into new markets, Laxman’s expertise in consumer services, global operations and strategic development will have an immediate impact on our board and the evolution of our business” said Chairman and CEO, Hans Vestberg.
About Laxman Narasimhan
Previously, Mr. Narasimhan served as PepsiCo’s Group Chief Commercial Officer until July 2019, and prior to that beginning in 2012 served as CEO – Latin America, Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa, CEO – Latin America, and CFO of PepsiCo Americas Foods.
Prior to joining PepsiCo in 2012, Mr. Narasimhan spent 19 years at McKinsey & Company, where he focused on its consumer, retail and technology practices in the U.S., Asia and India.
Laxman is a trustee of the Brookings Institution, a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and a member of the UK Prime Minister’s Build Back Better Council.
He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Engineering, University of Pune, India. He has an MA in German and International Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from The Wharton School of The University of Pennsylvania.
About Verizon
Verizon Communications Inc. was formed on June 30, 2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products and services. Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $128.3 billion in 2020. The company offers data, video and voice services and solutions on its award-winning networks and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and control.
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