New independent director, Zane Rowe, brings significant expertise in
finance, strategy and technology development
SAN
JOSE, Calif., Feb. 15,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY), a
global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers
around the world, today announced the appointment of Zane Rowe to its Board of Directors, effective
February 16, 2024. Zane has also been
appointed to eBay's Audit Committee.
"We are excited to welcome Zane to our Board of Directors," said
Paul Pressler, Chairman of the
Board, eBay Inc. "Zane will bring extensive experience in business
strategy, corporate finance and technology development having
worked with some of today's leading global technology
organizations. His expertise will help eBay further its strategy
and aid in its focus on delivering long-term shareholder
value."
Zane Rowe currently serves as the
Chief Financial Officer of Workday, Inc., an international
enterprise software company, where he is responsible for
accounting, business finance, investor relations, tax and treasury,
in addition to advising on business strategy and product
development as well as serving as an executive sponsor for the
company's ESG efforts. Prior to Workday, Zane was Executive Vice
President and Chief Financial Officer of VMware, Inc., a global
technology company, where he oversaw the company's finance and
accounting functions and corporate development, as well as the
Business Operations function, which included the CIO and CSO
organizations. Earlier in his career, Zane held roles at EMC
Corporation, Apple, United Continental Holdings and Continental
Airlines. Zane holds a B.S. from Embry-Riddle
Aeronautical University and an MBA from San Diego State University.
"I am pleased to join eBay's Board of Directors," said
Zane Rowe. "As a global commerce
leader, I see tremendous opportunity for eBay to continue to drive
innovation, reshape and redefine the future of ecommerce for
sellers and buyers around the world. I look forward to supporting
eBay's leadership team as they continue to execute against their
strategy and create long-term, sustainable growth for the community
and shareholders alike."
As a matter of practice, the Board of Directors regularly
evaluates the composition of the board and considers how they can
maintain the appropriate mix of skills, qualifications and
diversity of backgrounds to best oversee the business and long-term
strategy of the company. Following these changes, eBay Inc.'s Board
of Directors will be composed of ten directors, nine of whom are
independent.
About eBay Inc.
eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY) is a global
commerce leader that connects people and builds communities to
create economic opportunity for all. Our technology empowers
millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the
world, providing everyone the opportunity to grow and thrive.
Founded in 1995 in San Jose,
California, eBay is one of the world's largest and most
vibrant marketplaces for discovering great value and unique
selection. In 2022, eBay enabled nearly $74
billion of gross merchandise volume. For more information
about the company and its global portfolio of online brands, visit
www.ebayinc.com.
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