FIS (NYSE:FIS) today announced the appointment of Kourtney Gibson to its Board of Directors. Her appointment increases the size of the Board from nine to ten directors, nine of whom, including Ms. Gibson, are independent.

“We are pleased to welcome Kourtney to the FIS Board,” said Jeffrey Goldstein, Independent Chairman of the Board. “She is an accomplished business leader that brings a deep understanding of both the fixed income and equity markets, as well as a track record of delivering financial solutions to a broad base of institutional investors. Her unique market insights, client-focused mindset and extensive background in financial services will make her a valued asset to our Board.”

Ms. Gibson is the fourth independent director joining the Board since 2022, following the appointments of Lee Adrean, Mark Benjamin, and, earlier this month, Nicole Anasenes.

Ms. Gibson currently serves as Chief Executive Officer, Retirement Solutions at TIAA.

Prior to her tenure at TIAA, Ms. Gibson contributed significantly to the growth and expansion of Loop Capital, one of the largest privately-held investment banking, brokerage and advisory firms headquartered in the U.S., ultimately serving as its Executive Vice Chairman after previously serving as President.

She currently serves on the Board of MarketAxess Holdings Inc. and previously served on the Board of Lululemon Athletica Inc.

Ms. Gibson earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Miami as well as an M.B.A. from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.