Jacinto "Jase" Hernandez is set to join Altria's board of directors on November 1, 2022.
After serving as a tobacco industry investment analyst for many years, Jase has gained a profound and thorough understanding of the tobacco industry," said independent board chairman Kathryn McQuade in a statement. "Our board believes that his industry expertise and financial background will help further advance Altria's focus on moving beyond smoking to achieve its vision.
Mr. Hernandez served as a partner and investment analyst at Capital Group and its subsidiary, Capital World Investors. He joined Capital Group in August 2000 and retired in June 2022, after working in various industries including tobacco for 22 years, helping lead the research portfolio of one of the world's largest growth mutual funds and serving in key leadership roles. Currently, he serves as a director at Vanguard Natural Resources and is set to become a member of the Financial and Innovation Committee.
In addition, W. Leo Kiely III, who has been serving as a director since 2011, will retire from the board after his current term ends. McQuade expressed gratitude to Leo for "the many contributions he has made during his over 10 years of service to Altria.
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