H&R Block Appoints Three New Directors

By Chris Stiles • Friday, January 23 03:25 • Permanent Link

H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) has announced the appointment of three new independent directors to its board. Geralyn Breig, former president of Revlon North America, Christian Charnaux, chief development officer of Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc., and Stephanie Plaines, former CFO of JC Penney, bring diverse expertise in consumer engagement, strategic growth, and financial leadership to the company.

Geralyn Breig, with her extensive consumer brand leadership, is expected to support H&R Block's ongoing evolution of the client experience. Her 40-year career includes executive roles at Revlon, Clarks Americas, and Avon North America.

Christian Charnaux, currently serving as chief development officer for Hilton, has a history of success in scaling complex organizations and driving strategic growth. He previously led more than $18 billion in acquisitions and integration efforts across a multi-brand restaurant company with over 33,000 locations worldwide.

Stephanie Plaines, with her distinguished 30-year career, brings expertise in finance, operations, and corporate strategy, having served as CFO of JC Penney, CFO of Jones Lang LaSalle, and U.S. CFO for Starbucks Corporation.

These board appointments come as H&R Block amplifies its focus on elevating experiences for clients and are expected to bring diverse expertise across consumer brands, global operations, and financial leadership to help guide the company as it delivers against its multi-year strategic initiatives. Today the company's shares have moved -1.48% to a price of $42.05. For the full picture, make sure to review H&R BLOCK INC's 8-K report.

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