Former executive brings global human resources and corporate governance experience to the Company’s Board of Directors
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 15, 2024--
Jamieson Wellness Inc. (“Jamieson Wellness” or the “Company”) (TSX: JWEL), announced today the appointment of Diane Nyisztor to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2025.
“I am pleased to welcome Ms. Nyisztor to our Board of Directors,” said Tim Penner, Board Chair of Jamieson Wellness. “Ms. Nyisztor’s extensive background in global human resources and corporate governance will bring value to Jamieson’s strategic growth plans as we continue expanding our global presence as a leader in health and wellness.”
Ms. Nyisztor is a Chartered Professional Accountant and former senior executive with more than 30 years of experience in global human resources, compensation advisory, corporate governance, and expatriate tax. She served as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Cogeco Inc., a Canadian telecommunications and media company, between 2014 and 2021 and was Partner, International Executive Services at KPMG Canada LLP from 2013 to 2014. Prior to that, Ms. Nyisztor held several progressively senior leadership positions in human resources at AtkinsRéalis (formerly SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.), a global engineering services and nuclear company.
Ms. Nyisztor is also an experienced board member. Since 2016, she has served as a Corporate Director and member of the Corporate Governance and Human Resources committee for Saputo Inc. (SAP.TO), one of the world’s largest dairy processors. She also serves on the board of the YMCAs of Québec, where she is Chair of the Human Resources Committee.
“I am honoured to be joining the Board of Directors at Jamieson Wellness,” said Ms. Nyisztor. “Jamieson is a leader in the global vitamins, minerals, and supplements industry, renowned for its commitment to quality. I look forward to contributing my expertise to the Board to help enable Jamieson’s global growth strategy and benefit all stakeholders.”
Ms. Nyisztor’s appointment to the Jamieson Wellness Board of Directors is effective as of January 1, 2025. At that time, she will also begin serving as a member of the Company’s Governance, Compensation, and Nominating Committee.
About Jamieson Wellness
Jamieson Wellness is dedicated to Inspiring Better Lives Every Day with its portfolio of innovative natural health brands. Established in 1922, the Jamieson brand is Canada's #1 vitamins, minerals and supplements (“VMS”) brand. The Company’s youtheory brand, acquired in 2022, is an established and growing lifestyle brand in the U.S. Combined, these global brands are available in more than 50 countries worldwide. The Company also offers a variety of innovative VMS products as well as sports nutrition products to consumers in Canada with its Progressive, Smart Solutions, Iron Vegan and Precision brands. The Company is a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business. For more information please visit www.jamiesonwellness.com.
Jamieson Wellness’ head office is located at 1 Adelaide Street East Suite 2200, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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