Cognizant adds Karima Silvent, AXA HR chief, to board; board grows to 13
Cognizant increased its board to 13 directors and appointed Karima Silvent, Group Chief Human Resources Officer of AXA, effective July 11, 2024. The filing describes her as independent under Nasdaq rules and says she will receive pro-rated director compensation, which is routine for a mid-cycle board addition.
Key points
- Karima Silvent appointed to the Board effective July 11, 2024; board size increased to 13 directors
- Silvent is Group Chief Human Resources Officer and a member of the Management Committee of AXA, a role held since 2017
- Compensation includes a $89,863 pro-rated cash retainer and restricted stock units valued at $197,698, vesting July 11, 2025
- Committee assignments to be determined later; she will stand for re-election at the 2025 annual meeting
The filing
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