Kelly Grier Elected to AT&T Board of Directors; Scott Ford Retires as Director after 13 Years of Service

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AT&T (NYSE:T) has announced changes to its Board of Directors. Kelly Grier, former U.S. Chair and Americas Managing Partner of Ernst & Young LLP, will join the board effective September 1, 2025. She will serve on the Human Resources Committee and the Corporate Development and Finance Committee.

Grier brings over 30 years of experience at EY, where she held various leadership positions including Vice Chair and Central Region Managing Partner. Simultaneously, Scott Ford will retire from the board after 13 years of service. Grier currently serves on the boards of Booking Holdings, CDW Corporation, and Illinois Tool Works.

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• Addition of Kelly Grier brings significant financial and leadership expertise to the board
• Grier's extensive experience includes over 30 years at EY in senior leadership roles
• Grier brings valuable board experience from other major corporations

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• None.

DALLAS, Aug. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --

Key Takeaways:

• Kelly Grier joins the AT&T Board of Directors, effective Sept. 1.
• Grier will serve on the Human Resources Committee and the Corporate Development and Finance Committee.
• Scott Ford will retire from the AT&T Board of Directors, effective Sept. 1.

AT&T (NYSE:T) elected Kelly Grier to its board of directors, effective Sept. 1. She will serve on the Human Resources Committee and the Corporate Development and Finance Committee. Scott Ford will retire from the AT&T Board of Directors, effective Sept. 1, after 13 years of distinguished service.

Grier is the former U.S. Chair and Americas Managing Partner (CEO) of Ernst & Young LLP (EY). Over the course of her 30-plus-year career at EY, Grier served in many leadership roles both in the U.S. and overseas, including Vice Chair and Central Region Managing Partner and Americas Vice Chair of Talent.

"Kelly's financial and leadership expertise are valuable additions to our strong and capable board," said John Stankey, CEO and chairman of AT&T's Board of Directors. "I am excited to have her wisdom and experience supporting our transformation in pursuit of our goal to be America's best connectivity provider. I would also like to thank Scott for his exemplary service on behalf of the Company and our shareholders. His industry expertise, intellect, passion to win and sage counsel will be greatly missed."

Grier is currently a board member for Booking Holdings, Inc., CDW Corporation, and Illinois Tool Works, Inc., among others. She previously served on the board for the Center for Audit Quality as a governing board chair.

Grier holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Saint Mary's College.

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FAQ

Who is Kelly Grier and when will she join AT&T's (T) Board of Directors?

Kelly Grier is the former U.S. Chair and Americas Managing Partner of Ernst & Young LLP (EY). She will join AT&T's Board of Directors effective September 1, 2025.

What committees will Kelly Grier serve on AT&T's (T) Board?

Kelly Grier will serve on two committees: the Human Resources Committee and the Corporate Development and Finance Committee.

How long did Scott Ford serve on AT&T's (T) Board of Directors?

Scott Ford served on AT&T's Board of Directors for 13 years and will retire effective September 1, 2025.

What is Kelly Grier's professional background before joining AT&T's (T) Board?

Kelly Grier had a 30-plus year career at EY, serving as U.S. Chair and Americas Managing Partner (CEO), Vice Chair and Central Region Managing Partner, and Americas Vice Chair of Talent.

What other corporate boards does Kelly Grier serve on?

Kelly Grier currently serves on the boards of Booking Holdings, CDW Corporation, and Illinois Tool Works.