Korn Ferry Appoints Former Deloitte U.S. COO Peter Shimer to Board of Directors

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Korn Ferry has expanded its Board of Directors by electing Peter Shimer, former Chief Operating Officer of Deloitte U.S., adding significant consulting, operational, and financial expertise.

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• Board Expansion and New Director

  Korn Ferry's Board of Directors increased its size to nine members and elected Peter Shimer as a new independent director.

• Key Committee Appointments

  Mr. Shimer was appointed to the Board's Audit Committee and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.

• Extensive Executive Experience

  Shimer brings significant consulting, operational, and financial expertise from his career at Deloitte U.S., including roles as COO, Interim CEO, and CFO, and currently serves on other public company boards.

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The appointment of Peter Shimer, a highly experienced executive with a background as former COO of Deloitte U.S. and current board member of other public companies, is a positive development for Korn Ferry's corporate governance. His extensive expertise in consulting, operations, and finance, coupled with his experience on the Audit and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committees, is expected to strengthen the Board's oversight and strategic capabilities. This move enhances the company's leadership structure and signals a commitment to robust governance.