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British American Tobacco Extends Chair Luc Jobin's Tenure

2/10/2026

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British American Tobacco extends Luc Jobin's tenure as chair for up to two years, through the April 2028 Annual General Meeting.
Jobin has served on the board since 2017 and became Chair in 2021, surpassing nine-year guideline.
The decision follows a succession review led by Holly Keller Koeppel to secure leadership continuity during the transformation.
Koeppel will step down after the 2026 AGM, and Karen Guerra will take over.

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Story summary

British American Tobacco extends Luc Jobin's tenure as chair for up to two years, through the April 2028 Annual General Meeting.
Jobin has served on the board since 2017 and became Chair in 2021, surpassing nine-year guideline.
The decision follows a succession review led by Holly Keller Koeppel to secure leadership continuity during the transformation.
Koeppel will step down after the 2026 AGM, and Karen Guerra will take over.