Celestica Announces Board Leadership Transition and Appoints New Director

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Celestica announced a leadership transition on its Board of Directors, with the current CEO assuming the Chair role, a new Lead Independent Director appointed, and a highly experienced executive joining the board.

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• Chair Retirement

  Michael M. Wilson will retire as Chair of the Board of Directors, effective immediately prior to the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, consistent with the company's director retirement policy.

• CEO Assumes Chair Role

  Robert A. Mionis, the current President and CEO, has been appointed as Chair of the Board, effective immediately prior to the 2026 Annual Meeting.

• Lead Independent Director Appointed

  Laurette T. Koellner has been appointed as Lead Independent Director of the Board, effective immediately prior to the 2026 Annual Meeting, to provide independent oversight.

• New Independent Director Appointed

  David Reeder, an experienced executive with expertise in global semiconductor and technology enterprises, has been appointed as an independent director to the Board, effective May 1, 2026. He will serve on the Audit, Human Resources and Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committees.

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Celestica is undergoing a planned leadership transition on its Board of Directors. Michael Wilson is retiring as Chair, consistent with company policy. Robert Mionis, the current President and CEO, will assume the role of Chair, combining the CEO and Chair positions. To maintain strong governance, Laurette Koellner has been appointed as Lead Independent Director. Additionally, David Reeder, an executive with extensive experience in the semiconductor and technology sectors, including CFO roles at major companies, has been appointed as an independent director. This move strengthens the board's expertise in key areas relevant to Celestica's business strategy.