Target Appoints Sally Grimes, Former Diageo North America CEO, as Independent Director

Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) announced on November 12 that its Board of Directors has elected Sally Grimes as a new independent director. Grimes, who most recently served as CEO of Diageo North America following roles as CEO of Clif Bar & Company and Group President at Tyson Foods, will serve on the Board's Audit & Risk and Infrastructure & Finance committees. Target is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates more than 2,000 stores across the United States.

Grimes has led established and emerging brands through periods of change and growth, with significant experience in innovation and business transformation, as well as in partnering with retailers to meet consumer needs and business goals. Target said the appointment is another step in accelerating CEO Michael Fiddelke's strategy to build the retailer's next chapter of growth.

"Sally has built her career at the intersection of consumer insight, innovation and growth, helping some of the world's most recognized brands anticipate changing needs and bring new ideas to market," said Michael Fiddelke, Target's CEO. "Her experience turning consumer trends into compelling products and brands will bring valuable perspective to our Board."

"An effective Board benefits from leaders who bring different experiences and ways of thinking," said Christine Leahy, Target's lead independent director. "Sally combines deep consumer understanding with a track record of innovation, enterprise leadership and business acceleration."

Grimes also brings public and private company board experience, including service on the boards of Continental Grain Company and Beyond Meat. She currently serves as Executive Director of Knowing NOAH, The Noah John Grimes Family Foundation. Target is powered by more than 400,000 team members and serves millions of families each week.

Source: Target Corporation

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