AGNC Investment Corp. Elects Christine Hurtsellers to its Board of Directors

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AGNC Investment Corp (Nasdaq: AGNC) announced the election of Christine Hurtsellers to its Board of Directors, effective December 9, 2025. With her appointment the board totals nine members, including seven independent directors. Ms. Hurtsellers will serve as an independent director on the Audit Committee.

Ms. Hurtsellers is a CFA and former CEO and chief investment officer at Voya Investment Management (2016–2024), which managed over $360 billion in assets. Her background includes senior fixed-income, structured finance, and portfolio-management roles at Voya, ING (predecessor), Freddie Mac, AllianceBernstein, and Bank One. She currently serves on the Board of Trustees at Manulife John Hancock Funds and is Head of Investment Committee at Chariot RE.

BETHESDA, Md., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AGNC Investment Corp. (Nasdaq: AGNC) announced today that its Board of Directors elected Christine Hurtsellers to the Board effective December 9, 2025. With her appointment, AGNC's Board of Directors now consists of nine members, including seven independent directors. Ms. Hurtsellers will serve as an independent director on the Company's Audit Committee. 

"Our Board of Directors is delighted to welcome Christine, a proven leader who brings a wealth of knowledge to AGNC," said Gary Kain, Executive Chair of AGNC's Board. "Christine's extensive leadership experience in the financial services industry, including investment and risk management expertise, will add a valuable perspective and further strengthen our Board. We look forward to her contributions and insights as we work together to continue to deliver long-term value for AGNC stockholders."

Ms. Hurtsellers, CFA, is a former CEO and chief investment officer with deep experience in risk management and strategic planning in the financial services industry. From 2016 through 2024, she was Chief Executive Officer at Voya Investment Management, a financial services firm with over $360 billion in assets under management. Ms. Hurtsellers also served as Chief Investment Officer, Fixed Income, of Voya Investment Management from 2009 until 2016 and as the Head of Structured Finance and Senior Portfolio Manager of ING Investment Management (predecessor entity to Voya) from 2004 until 2009. Earlier in her career, Ms. Hurtsellers held portfolio management roles at Freddie Mac, AllianceBernstein, and Bank One. She currently serves on the Board of Trustees at Manulife John Hancock Funds and is a board member and the Head of Investment Committee at Chariot RE. Ms. Hurtsellers holds a BA in Finance from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business and is a chartered financial analyst (CFA).

ABOUT AGNC INVESTMENT CORP.
Founded in 2008, AGNC Investment Corp. (Nasdaq: AGNC) is a leading investor in Agency residential mortgage-backed securities (Agency MBS), which benefit from a guarantee against credit losses by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or Ginnie Mae. We invest on a leveraged basis, financing our Agency MBS assets primarily through repurchase agreements, and utilize dynamic risk management strategies intended to protect the value of our portfolio from interest rate and other market risks.

AGNC has a track record of providing favorable long-term returns for our stockholders through substantial monthly dividend income, with over $15 billion of common stock dividends paid since inception. Our business is a significant source of private capital for the U.S. residential housing market, and our team has extensive experience managing mortgage assets across market cycles. To learn more about The Premier Agency Residential Mortgage REIT, please visit www.AGNC.com, follow us on LinkedIn and X, and sign up for Investor Alerts.

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FAQ

Who is Christine Hurtsellers and what role will she have at AGNC (AGNC)?

Christine Hurtsellers is a CFA and former CEO and CIO at Voya Investment Management; she was elected to AGNC's Board effective Dec 9, 2025 and will serve on the Audit Committee.

When did AGNC (AGNC) add Christine Hurtsellers to its board?

AGNC's board elected Christine Hurtsellers effective December 9, 2025.

How many directors are on AGNC's board after the December 2025 appointment?

After the appointment AGNC's Board consists of nine members, including seven independent directors.

What is Christine Hurtsellers' professional background relevant to AGNC shareholders?

She is a former CEO and CIO at Voya Investment Management (2016–2024) with experience in fixed income, structured finance, and risk management and worked at Freddie Mac, AllianceBernstein, and Bank One.

Will Christine Hurtsellers serve on any AGNC board committees?

Yes, she will serve as an independent director on AGNC's Audit Committee.

Does Christine Hurtsellers hold professional credentials or board roles outside AGNC?

Yes, she holds a BA in Finance, is a CFA, serves on the Board of Trustees at Manulife John Hancock Funds, and is Head of Investment Committee at Chariot RE.