World’s second Social networking giant Twitter Inc, has appointed former Nigeria minister of Finance Ngozi Okonjo Iweala as member of the company Board of Directors, alongside with Robert Zoellick as one of the new independent director, effective immediately.
The Appointment of Ngozi Okonjo Iweala comes following the several criticism of lack of diversity that the Silicon Valley’s company is facing in their executive ranks and boards. Marjorie Scardino will be stepping down from the Board for personal reasons at the end of the year.
We’re adding Ngozi (@NOIweala) and Bob (@authorzoellick) to the Twitter board. Welcome! Sadly we’re also saying farewell to our friend Marjorie (@marjscar). She’s been an amazing advocate for journalists everywhere, and pushed us constantly to better inform people. Thank you M.
— jack (@jack) July 19, 2018
(We get critiques about how active board look on Twitter. Lots of ways to use the service effectively. Some folks use it only to see what’s happening!? On us to make it valuable to the conversation. But we also benefit from folks new to Twitter: fresh perspectives.)
— jack (@jack) July 19, 2018
“Ngozi and Bob are distinguished leaders with unparalleled global perspective and policy expertise,” said Omid Kordestani, Executive Chairman of Twitter. “We are confident they will be incredible assets to Twitter as we continue to focus on driving transparency and making Twitter a safer, healthier place for everyone who uses our service.”
Mr. Kordestani added, “On behalf of the Twitter Board, I want to thank Marjorie for her service on the Twitter Board over the past five years. Marjorie ed the Board in 2013 and has been a strong voice on our board as our Lead Independent Director. Marjorie’s insights and contributions have been invaluable, and all of us at Twitter wish her the best and look forward to her contributions through the end of the year.”
“Twitter is a powerful platform that continues to be used as a strong connector for the global community, and I’m thrilled to be a part of the team,” said Dr. Okonjo-Iweala. “As we strive to build a better world for tomorrow, Twitter can amplify messages and drive critical conversations around today’s most important issues. I look forward to partnering with Twitter’s talented directors and leadership team as we work to leverage the power of Twitter for good.”
“I’m honored to a company as purposeful as Twitter,” added Mr. Zoellick. “Twitter has made meaningful progress in expanding and encouraging global dialogue and creativity on its platform, and I’m privileged to work with Jack, Omid and the rest of the Board to continue the strong momentum underway.”
Excited to work with @Jack and an incredible team on the Board of Twitter, a global platform that is such a strong connector of people and ideas.
— Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (@NOIweala) July 19, 2018
It’s a privilege to work again with Bob. ‘Look forward to contributing to the strong and visionary future for @Twitterhttps://t.co/oN7d0l8sWr
— Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (@NOIweala) July 19, 2018
