MILWAUKEE, Wis., Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN) today announced the appointment of Paychex (Nasdaq: PAYX) President and Chief Executive Officer John B. Gibson, Jr. to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2026.
"John is an accomplished leader with deep experience across human capital management, technology-enabled services and business transformation," said Jonas Prising, ManpowerGroup Chair & CEO. "We are pleased to welcome him to our Board. His strategic perspective, operational expertise and track record of leading through change will strengthen our ability to evolve the business and advance our transformation strategy."
Gibson has served as President and Chief Executive office of Paychex since October 2022, leading the company's strategy of combining innovative technology with advisory solutions for HR, payroll, and benefits to help businesses grow and succeed. In April 2025, Gibson led Paychex's acquisition of Paycor, the largest in the company's history, expanding its human capital management platforms to address the workforce needs of businesses of all sizes.
Previously, from 2020 to 2022, Gibson was Paychex's President and Chief Operating Officer, overseeing operations, sales, service, marketing and product management. He joined Paychex in 2013 as Senior Vice President of Service. Prior to Paychex, he held senior leadership in the human capital management and technology sectors, including at Ameritech (now AT&T) and Convergys (now Concentrix), where he served as President of the HR management division providing global HR solutions to clients across 68 countries.
Gibson currently serves on the New York Fed's Second District Advisory Council. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Indiana University and has completed executive education programs at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and INSEAD's international business program.
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FAQ
Who was elected to the ManpowerGroup (MAN) Board of Directors in August 2026?
ManpowerGroup elected John B. Gibson Jr., President and CEO of Paychex, to its Board of Directors. According to ManpowerGroup, his appointment is effective September 1, 2026 and adds extensive human capital management and technology-enabled services experience to the board.
When does John B. Gibson Jr. join the ManpowerGroup (MAN) Board of Directors?
John B. Gibson Jr. is scheduled to join the ManpowerGroup Board on September 1, 2026. According to ManpowerGroup, his election as a director was announced on August 11, 2026, expanding the board’s expertise in human capital management and business transformation.
What is John B. Gibson Jr.’s role at Paychex (PAYX) and how is it relevant to ManpowerGroup?
John B. Gibson Jr. serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Paychex. According to Paychex, he leads strategy combining technology with HR, payroll and benefits advisory solutions, experience ManpowerGroup cites as valuable for its own transformation and human capital management focus.
What major transaction led by John B. Gibson Jr. is highlighted in relation to ManpowerGroup’s board appointment?
The appointment highlights Gibson’s leadership of Paychex’s April 2025 acquisition of Paycor, the largest in Paychex history. According to ManpowerGroup, this deal expanded Paychex’s human capital management platforms, illustrating his experience in scaling technology-enabled HR solutions across businesses of different sizes.
What prior leadership experience does John B. Gibson Jr. bring to the ManpowerGroup (MAN) board?
Gibson previously served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Paychex from 2020 to 2022. According to ManpowerGroup, he also held senior roles at Ameritech and Convergys, leading global HR management solutions across 68 countries, adding broad operational and international experience.
What are John B. Gibson Jr.’s academic and advisory credentials relevant to his ManpowerGroup board role?
John B. Gibson Jr. holds a Bachelor of Arts from Indiana University. According to ManpowerGroup, he completed executive education at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management and INSEAD, and serves on the New York Fed’s Second District Advisory Council, contributing strategic and economic insight.
