Southwest Airlines Announces Board Shakeup, Nearly Half To Exit
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Former CEO of Southwest Airlines Gary Kelly speaks during a press conference at Southwest Airlines headquarters on April 17, 2018 in Dallas, Texas.
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Executive Chairman Gary Kelly is among seven board members retiring from Southwest Airlines, to make way for new leadership. The carrier’s announcement comes the day after meeting with its newest large activist investor, Elliott Investment Management, which has been pushing for change at the top...
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