NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
BlackRock independent director John Varley has resigned from the
company’s board of directors effective immediately. Mr. Varley joined
the BlackRock board in 2009 following the Company’s acquisition of
Barclays Global Investors.
Chairman and CEO Laurence D. Fink said, “John has served the BlackRock
board with distinction for many years, providing exceptional guidance
and counsel. BlackRock and its management team have benefited greatly
from his contributions, and I feel privileged to count him as a friend.”
About BlackRock
BlackRock is a global leader in investment management, risk management
and advisory services for institutional and retail clients. At March 31,
2017, BlackRock’s AUM was $5.4 trillion. BlackRock helps clients around
the world meet their goals and overcome challenges with a range of
products that include separate accounts, mutual funds, iShares®
(exchange-traded funds), and other pooled investment vehicles. BlackRock
also offers risk management, advisory and enterprise investment system
services to a broad base of institutional investors through BlackRock
Solutions®. As of March 31, 2017, the firm had
approximately 13,000 employees in more than 30 countries and a major
presence in global markets, including North and South America, Europe,
Asia, Australia and the Middle East and Africa. For additional
information, please visit the Company’s website at www.blackrock.com
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Source: BlackRock