BlackBerry Appoints Lisa Bahash to its Board of Directors

WATERLOO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / October 1, 2024 / BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) announced the appointment of Lisa Bahash to its Board of Directors, effective September 26, 2024.

"We are delighted to welcome Lisa to the BlackBerry board," said Dick Lynch, Board Chair. "Lisa brings extensive experience in the automotive sector, the principal market for our IoT division, as well as a track record of improving profitability, leading business realignment efforts and defining long-term strategies."

Ms. Bahash expressed her enthusiasm, saying, "I'm excited to join the BlackBerry board of directors as it leverages the separation of its principal businesses to drive margin expansion, positive cash flows and enhanced shareholder value."

With over 30 years of experience, Ms. Bahash has held senior roles at Jabil Inc., Johnson Controls, and Ford Motor Company. She currently sits on the Board of Directors at Syrah Resources Ltd.

With Ms. Bahash's appointment, BlackBerry's Board now comprises eight directors, seven of whom are independent.