S&P Global has announced that its Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Mr. Hubert Joly, effective January 2, 2026. Mr. Joly, the former Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Best Buy and current senior lecturer at Harvard Business School, brings extensive leadership experience from his prior roles at Carlson and board positions at Johnson & Johnson and Ralph Lauren Corporation.
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Hubert Joly's Distinguished Leadership Background
Hubert Joly is renowned for his transformative leadership at Best Buy, where he served as Chair and Chief Executive Officer. He previously held the position of President and CEO at Carlson, a global hospitality and travel company. Currently a senior lecturer at Harvard Business School, Mr. Joly also serves on the Board of Directors of Johnson & Johnson and recently concluded his tenure at Ralph Lauren Corporation. Additionally, he is a Trustee of the New York Public Library. His accolades include being named one of the top 100 CEOs worldwide by Harvard Business Review, and he authored the best-selling book "The Heart of Business."
Executive Perspectives on the Appointment
Martina L. Cheung, President and CEO of S&P Global, expressed enthusiasm: "I'm delighted to welcome Hubert to our Board," said Martina L. Cheung, President and CEO of S&P Global. "Hubert has built a stellar reputation as a gifted CEO and inspiring thought leader. I look forward to working closely with him as we continue to lead and support our people and clients through rapid technological innovation and transformation."
Ian P. Livingston, Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of S&P Global, added: "We are very pleased to have Hubert join our Board," said Ian P. Livingston, Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of S&P Global. "Hubert joins at an exciting period at S&P Global, and his expertise in leadership and change will be a great asset to the Board."
Hubert Joly shared his outlook: "I am honored to join the Board of S&P Global," said Hubert Joly. "I am inspired by the role the company plays in providing essential intelligence to its customers and how it helps them unlock opportunities. I look forward to working with my fellow board members supporting Martina and her leadership team as they move the company forward."
Committee Assignments and Strategic Value
Mr. Joly will contribute to the Board's Audit Committee and Compensation and Leadership Development Committee. His addition comes at a pivotal time for S&P Global, enhancing the Board's capabilities in navigating technological innovation and organizational transformation.
This appointment strengthens S&P Global's governance with proven expertise in executive leadership, positioning the company to better support clients in an era of rapid change through essential intelligence and data-driven solutions.
About S&P Global
S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) provides essential intelligence. We enable governments, businesses and individuals with the right data, expertise, and connected technology so that they can make decisions with conviction. From helping our customers assess new investments to guiding them through sustainability and energy transition across supply chains, we unlock new opportunities, solve challenges, and accelerate progress for the world. We are widely sought after by many of the world's leading organizations to provide credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity, and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help the world's leading organizations plan for tomorrow and today.
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