American Electric Power adds two independent directors
American Electric Power Company, Inc. elected David S. Marriott and Charles J. Meyers to its Board of Directors effective July 20, 2026.
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
American Electric Power Company, Inc. elected David S. Marriott and Charles J. Meyers to its Board of Directors effective July 20, 2026. Both will serve as directors until the company’s 2027 annual meeting of shareholders.
Marriott joins the Audit Committee and the Technology Committee, bringing senior leadership experience from Marriott International, where he is Chairman of the Board. Meyers joins the Nominating, Governance & Compensation Committee and the Nuclear Oversight Committee, drawing on his executive background at Equinix, Inc. The Board determined that both are independent under the company’s governance principles, Nasdaq requirements, and applicable SEC rules, and they will receive the same compensation as other non‑employee directors.
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8-K Event Classification
Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
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Item 5.02
Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Key Figures
Appointment date: July 20, 2026
Director term end: 2027 annual meeting of shareholders
Par value per share: $6.50
3 metrics
Appointment date
July 20, 2026
Date Marriott and Meyers were elected as company directors
Director term end
2027 annual meeting of shareholders
Initial term for Marriott and Meyers as directors
Par value per share
$6.50
Par value of American Electric Power common stock
Key Terms
Audit Committee, Nominating, Governance & Compensation Committee, independent director, Principles of Corporate Governance
4 terms
Audit Committee regulatory
"Mr. Marriott was appointed to the Audit Committee and the Technology Committee"
A company's audit committee is a small group of board members who act like independent inspectors for the firm's finances, overseeing how financial reports are prepared, monitoring internal controls, and managing the relationship with external auditors. Investors care because a strong audit committee reduces the risk of accounting errors, fraud, or misleading statements, making financial statements more trustworthy and helping protect shareholder value.
Nominating, Governance & Compensation Committee regulatory
"Mr. Meyers was appointed to the Nominating, Governance & Compensation Committee"
independent director regulatory
"each of Messrs. Marriott and Meyers is an “independent” director"
An independent director is a member of a company's board of directors who is not involved in the company's day-to-day operations and has no significant relationships with the company that could influence their judgment. Their role is to provide unbiased oversight and ensure the company is managed in the best interests of all shareholders. This helps build trust and confidence among investors by promoting transparency and accountability.
Principles of Corporate Governance regulatory
"under the Company’s Principles of Corporate Governance and the independence requirements"
FAQ
What board changes did American Electric Power (AEP) disclose?
American Electric Power added David S. Marriott and Charles J. Meyers to its Board of Directors, effective July 20, 2026. Both will serve as non‑employee, independent directors with terms running until the 2027 annual meeting.
Which committees will the new AEP (AEP) directors serve on?
David S. Marriott will serve on the Audit Committee and the Technology Committee. Charles J. Meyers will serve on the Nominating, Governance & Compensation Committee and the Nuclear Oversight Committee, aligning with their respective governance and operational backgrounds.
Are the new American Electric Power (AEP) directors independent?
The Board determined that Marriott and Meyers are independent directors under the company’s Principles of Corporate Governance, the independence standards of The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC, and applicable SEC rules governing director independence.
How long will the new AEP (AEP) directors serve in their initial terms?
The initial term for both David S. Marriott and Charles J. Meyers runs until the company’s 2027 annual meeting of shareholders. After that meeting, their continued service would depend on nomination and election by shareholders.
How will AEP (AEP) compensate the newly appointed directors?
As non‑employee directors, Marriott and Meyers will receive the same director compensation paid to other non‑employee directors of American Electric Power, in line with policies and procedures previously approved by the Board for director pay.
What prior experience does David S. Marriott bring to the AEP board?
David S. Marriott has served on the Marriott International board since 2021 and as its Chairman since 2022, previously holding senior operational roles from 2010–2021 and other leadership positions at Marriott starting in 1999.
What prior experience does Charles J. Meyers bring to the AEP board?
Charles J. Meyers is Executive Chairman of Equinix, Inc. since June 2024 and previously was its CEO and President (2018–2024), after earlier executive roles including Chief Operating Officer and President, Equinix Americas from 2010–2017.
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