Diebold Nixdorf, a global leader in transforming banking and shopping experiences, has recently appointed Maura A. Markus and Dr. Colin J. Parris as new independent directors to its board. The company expressed excitement at the extensive experience and leadership that Markus and Parris bring to the board. Markus, the former president and chief operating officer of Bank of the West, has over 25 years of experience in executive leadership roles in the banking sector, including at Citigroup. She currently serves as a director for Broadridge Financial Solutions and Stifel Financial Corp. On the other hand, Parris, the former senior vice president and chief technology officer at GE Digital, has a strong background in technology, with a focus on data software and artificial intelligence. He also serves as a director for Aptiv, a global mobility technology company.
Diebold Nixdorf, which partners with the majority of the world's top 100 financial institutions and top 25 global retailers, has a presence in over 100 countries with approximately 21,000 employees worldwide.
The addition of Markus and Parris to the board is expected to further accelerate the company’s continuous improvement journey and help build value for all stakeholders. Following these announcements, the company's shares moved 3.7%, and are now trading at a price of $37.03. For the full picture, make sure to review Diebold Nixdorf's 8-K report.