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National Association of Corporate Directors (BIIB) announced that Jesús Mantas and Wes Bricker joined the NACD board of directors effective Oct. 10, 2025. Mantas, recently retired as global leader of IBM Business Transformation Services, serves on the board of Biogen (Nasdaq: BIIB) and chairs its compensation and management development committee. Bricker is Global Assurance Leader at PwC and a former SEC chief accountant, overseeing 134,000 assurance partners and staff across the PwC network. The appointments emphasize expertise in governance, digital transformation, audit, and capital markets.

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• Jesús Mantas chairs Biogen compensation and management development committee
• Wes Bricker oversees 134,000 assurance partners and staff at PwC

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In the news release, Global Leaders Jesús Mantas and Wes Bricker Join NACD Board of Directors, issued 10-Oct-2025 by National Association of Corporate Directors over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the third paragraph, the end of the last line, should read "IBM Business Transformation Services" instead of "IBM Consulting Business Transformation Services" as originally issued inadvertently. The complete, corrected release follows:

Global Leaders Jesús Mantas and Wes Bricker Join NACD Board of Directors

Seasoned executives bring deep expertise in innovation, governance, and business to strengthen NACD's leadership board excellence

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Corporate Directors^® (NACD^®) today announced the appointment of Jesús Mantas, recently retired Global Leader of IBM Business Consulting, and Wes Bricker, Global Assurance Leader at PwC, to its board of directors, effective immediately.

The appointments bring to NACD a wealth of experience spanning technology, innovation, assurance, governance and capital markets — further strengthening the association's ability to guide directors as they navigate today's rapidly evolving business landscape.

Mantas serves on the boards of Biogen (Nasdaq: BIIB), where he chairs the compensation and management development committee, and International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE: IFF), where he is on the innovation and audit committees. He is a Senior Advisor for NASDAQ, the Council for Global Competition and Innovation and IE University New York College and is vice chair of the board of HITEC. Mantas recently retired as the global leader of IBM Business Transformation Services.

"I am honored to follow my mentor and fellow IBM senior leader Nick Donofrio as I join the NACD board," Mantas said. "As directors, we face compounding geopolitical, generational and technological disruption in the companies and communities we serve. I look forward to working with the NACD board and the broader corporate governance ecosystem to steward sustainable value creation in the global boardrooms we serve."

Bricker brings together the combined impact of 134,000 Assurance partners and staff across the PwC network. He helps guide the development of trust, transparency and value creation for companies and investors through innovative, high-quality assurance solutions. Previously, he served as PwC U.S. vice chair and Trust Solutions co-leader, leading the firm's audit, digital assurance and tax reporting practices. Earlier, Bricker was chief accountant of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He also serves on the board of the American Institute of Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA) and as chair of the board of XBRL International.

"NACD plays a critical role in elevating board performance and advancing trust in the capital markets," Bricker said. "I'm honored to join the NACD board and contribute to its work in strengthening governance, transparency and board-management alignment."

Peter Gleason, president and CEO of NACD, welcomed both leaders to the board.

"Jesús and Wes each bring exceptional insight and experience that reflect the dynamic needs of today's boards," Gleason said. "Jesús' expertise in digital transformation and innovation, combined with Wes' deep understanding of regulatory, legal and audit issues, will be invaluable as NACD continues to equip boards to lead with purpose and confidence."

Mantas holds degrees in telecommunications and business administration from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid and has served as an adjunct professor at the University of California Graduate School of Management and is certified in Corporate Governance by Harvard Business School. Bricker is a certified public accountant licensed in Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and the District of Columbia, and is a member of the New York State Bar Association.

Visit the NACD Governance web page to learn more. 

About NACD
The National Association of Corporate Directors^® (NACD^®) is the leading member organization for corporate directors who want to expand their knowledge, grow their network and maximize their potential. For more than 47 years, NACD has helped boards and the business community elevate their performance and create long-term value. Our leadership continues to raise standards of excellence and advance board effectiveness at thousands of member companies.

NACD's value insights, professional development events and resources, such as the NACD Directors Summit™ and the NACD Directorship Certification^® program, support boards in navigating complex challenges. With a growing network of more than 24,000 members across more than 20 Chapters, boards are better equipped to make well-informed decisions on the critical, strategic issues facing their businesses today. Learn more at www.nacdonline.org.

Press Contact: 
Shannon Bernauer 
sbernauer@nacdonline.org
571-367-3688

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FAQ

Who joined the NACD board on October 10, 2025 related to Biogen (BIIB)?

Jesús Mantas and Wes Bricker joined the NACD board effective Oct. 10, 2025.

What role does Jesús Mantas hold at Biogen (BIIB)?

Jesús Mantas serves on Biogen's board and chairs the compensation and management development committee.

What PwC responsibility does Wes Bricker bring to the NACD board that could affect BIIB governance?

Wes Bricker is Global Assurance Leader at PwC and previously led PwC U.S. audit and digital assurance practices, bringing assurance and audit expertise.

What is Jesús Mantas's most recent corporate role listed in the announcement?

He recently retired as global leader of IBM Business Transformation Services.

How might these NACD appointments influence investor confidence in Biogen (BIIB)?

The appointments add directors with experience in governance, audit, and digital transformation, which could support stronger board oversight and transparency.

Where can investors learn more about NACD board membership and governance updates?

Investors can visit the NACD Governance web page for profiles and governance resources referenced in the announcement.