Marathon Petroleum names CEO Maryann Mannen as chairman effective January 1, 2026
Marathon Petroleum said its board elected Chief Executive Officer Maryann T. Mannen as chairman, effective January 1, 2026, succeeding Michael J. Hennigan, who is retiring as executive chairman and director. Mannen will hold the chairman role alongside her CEO duties, and the board will shrink to 11 directors on that date.
Key points
- Maryann T. Mannen, current president and CEO, becomes chairman effective January 1, 2026.
- Michael J. Hennigan retires as executive chairman and board member effective January 1, 2026.
- John Surma continues as independent lead director.
- The board's size will decrease to 11 directors as of the effective date; the mandatory retirement policy has been rescinded.
The filing
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