Seattle-based Nordstrom Inc announced the reelection of all existing members of the Board of Directors and the addition of Michelle M. Ebanks as a new director on the Board.
The Nordstrom Board consists of 12 directors, nine of whom serve as independent directors. Each director will serve for a one-year term.
Ms. Ebanks joins the Board as President of Essence Communications, Inc., a leading media and communications company dedicated to African-American women, where she also serves as Group Publisher. She leads all operations for the company's diverse media and entertainment properties including ESSENCE Magazine and the Essence Music Festival. Ms. Ebanks will serve as a member of the Finance Committee and Compensation Committee on the Nordstrom Board.
"Michelle is a gifted leader and an authority in media and publishing," said Enrique Hernandez, Jr., Chairman of the Board of Directors for Nordstrom Inc. "With her experience managing operations, finance, marketing and communications for some of the most respected names in media and communications, Michelle will be a terrific addition to our team. We have a strong, diverse Board with deep talent and expertise, and we look forward to continuing our efforts to better serve our customers and shareholders."