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Norwegian Cruise Line Welcomes John Chidsey Again To Board Of Administrators With New Management Function
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NCLH) has introduced the return of John Chidsey to its Board of Administrators as an impartial director, efficient February 5, 2025. Chidsey, who served on the Board from 2013 to 2022, will now tackle the function of Chairperson of the Nominating and Governance Committee whereas additionally becoming a member of the Audit Committee. Together with his appointment, seven out of the eight Board members at the moment are impartial.
“John has deep knowledge of large-scale operations, financial management, and corporate strategy shaped by his previous experience as CEO of Subway and Burger King,” mentioned Harry Sommer, president and CEO at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. “His deep understanding of our industry due to his previous service on the Board will provide invaluable insight into the unique demands of the cruise sector. We are thrilled to welcome him back to the Board as an independent director and look forward to his continued contributions to our success.”
Mr. Chidsey most not too long ago served because the Chief Govt Officer of Subway Eating places for 5 years, guiding the corporate by way of his management till his retirement on the finish of 2024. Earlier than that, he was the CEO of Burger King Holdings, Inc., after having held the roles of President and Chief Monetary Officer. His profession additionally contains vital management roles at Cendant Company, the place he served as Chairman and CEO of two main divisions—Automobile Providers and Monetary Providers. Within the Automobile Providers Division, he managed manufacturers like Avis Hire A Automobile, Price range Hire A Automobile, PHH, and Wright Categorical, whereas the Monetary Providers Division included Jackson Hewitt. Earlier in his profession, Mr. Chidsey held numerous senior monetary positions at PepsiCo.
He has contributed his experience to the boards of Embody Well being Company, Burger King Holdings (the place he was Chairman), and Brinker Worldwide. Mr. Chidsey holds an MBA in Finance and Accounting, a J.D. from Emory College, and a B.A. from Davidson School.Moreover, the Board is actively looking for a brand new member to hitch within the coming months.
