LONDON - QinetiQ Group plc, a global defense and security company, announced today the appointment of Roger Krone as an Independent (LON:IOG) Non-Executive Director to its Board. Krone, a US citizen with a wealth of experience in the industry, will also serve as the Senior US Independent Non-Executive Director and join several committees including Audit, Nominations, Remuneration, and Risk & Security.
Krone's career includes notable leadership roles, such as his position as Chairman and CEO of Leidos Holdings (NYSE:LDOS), Inc., where he served from 2014 until his retirement in 2023. His experience extends to senior positions at The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA) and General Dynamics (NYSE:GD). He is currently active as a Director of Lear (NYSE:LEA) Corporation and holds the title of President and Chief Executive Officer of the Boy Scouts of America.
Neil Johnson, Group Chair of QinetiQ, expressed confidence in Krone's appointment, citing his "extensive and transformational leadership experience" as a valuable asset for QinetiQ's growth, particularly in the US market. Johnson highlighted Krone's track record at Leidos, which was marked by significant transformation and growth, and his deep knowledge of the defense and security industry.
Krone is a Certified Public Accountant and holds an engineering bachelor's degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology, a master's degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington, and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
QinetiQ, known for its mission-led innovation, employs over 8,500 individuals dedicated to developing and testing technologies, systems, and processes to ensure operational readiness and enhance capabilities for their customers.
This appointment is in line with the Listing Rule 6.4.6R, and no further details are required to be disclosed under Listing Rule 6.4.8R. The information in this article is based on a press release statement.
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