David R. Snyder has served as Lead Independent Director of the Company since May 2023, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors since February 2022 and as a director since February 2021. Mr. Snyder retired as a partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in January 2025, having worked in the firm s Corporate & Securities practice. During his over 30 years with the firm, Mr. Snyder also served as Pillsbury s executive vice-chair for two years, as Corporate & Securities practice leader for five years, Business Department Chair for eight years and on the firm s managing board for 15 years. Mr. Snyder was a practicing attorney for 50 years, focusing on corporate finance, and has significant experience representing public companies. For the past several years he has held an adjunct faculty appointment at the University of San Diego School of Law. Mr. Snyder holds a law degree from Cornell University and a bachelor of arts from Michigan State University. Mr. Snyder is NACD Directorship Certified . Mr. Snyder s background in legal and corporate finance matters and his significant experience with public companies contribute to the Board of Directors conclusion that he should serve as a director of the Company.