NVIDIA Names Ellen Ochoa to Board of Directors

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NVIDIA has appointed Ellen Ochoa, former director of NASA's Johnson Space Center and first Latina astronaut in space, to its board of directors. Ochoa, 66, holds degrees in physics and electrical engineering from San Diego State University and Stanford University. She currently serves on the boards of Service International and Mutual of America Financial Group. Her appointment expands NVIDIA's board to 13 members.

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• Addition of highly qualified board member with extensive leadership experience
• Expansion of board diversity and expertise in technology and engineering
• Strategic addition of experienced director with background in both technical and governance roles

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NVIDIA today announced that it has named to its board of directors Ellen Ochoa, who was the former director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, and the first Latina astronaut in space.

“Ellen’s extraordinary experience speaks volumes about her role as a trailblazer and a leader,” said Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA. “We look forward to her joining NVIDIA’s board on our continuing journey to build the future of computing and AI.”

Ochoa, 66, holds a B.S. in physics from San Diego State University and an M.S. and Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Stanford University. She also serves on the boards of directors of Service Corporation International, where she is chair of the compensation committee and serves on the investment committee, and of Mutual of America Financial Group, where she is on the nominating committee and product and marketing committee.

Ochoa’s appointment expands NVIDIA’s board to 13 members.

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FAQ

Who is Ellen Ochoa and why did NVIDIA (NVDA) appoint her to its board?

Ellen Ochoa is the former director of NASA's Johnson Space Center and first Latina astronaut in space. NVIDIA appointed her to its board for her leadership experience and technical expertise in computing and AI.

How many members are now on NVIDIA's (NVDA) board of directors?

With Ellen Ochoa's appointment, NVIDIA's board has expanded to 13 members.

What is Ellen Ochoa's educational background for the NVIDIA (NVDA) board position?

Ellen Ochoa holds a B.S. in physics from San Diego State University and an M.S. and Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Stanford University.

What other board positions does NVIDIA's (NVDA) new director Ellen Ochoa hold?

Ellen Ochoa serves on the boards of Service International and Mutual of America Financial Group, holding various committee positions.