FedEx Corporation has appointed Katherine M. Boyle, a general partner at venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), to its Board of Directors.
The company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol FDX, announced that Boyle has been elected to the board, where she will contribute her experience in technology, investment, business development and corporate governance.
Boyle to Serve on Two Board Committees
Following her appointment, Boyle will join the Cyber and Technology Oversight Committee as well as the Governance, Safety, and Public Policy Committee.
Her addition brings the total number of directors on the FedEx Board to 12.
Nine members of the board are independent directors.
Her Role at Andreessen Horowitz
Boyle co-founded Andreessen Horowitz’s American Dynamism practice in 2021.
The investment initiative focuses on businesses operating in sectors including aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, logistics, energy, infrastructure and government technology.
In her role, she works directly with portfolio company management teams on commercialisation strategies, executive recruitment, organisational development and governance.
Previous Experience at General Catalyst
Before joining Andreessen Horowitz, Boyle spent five years at venture capital firm General Catalyst.
During her time there, she advanced from associate to principal and eventually partner.
She also helped establish the firm’s seed investment practice and led its civic technology initiative.
Boyle began her professional career as a general assignment reporter at The Washington Post.
In addition to her investment responsibilities, she currently serves on the board of the Mercatus Center.
FedEx’s Global Business Operations
FedEx provides transportation, e-commerce and business services to customers and companies worldwide.
The company generates approximately $90 billion in annual revenue and delivers integrated business solutions through its global network, which is designed to be flexible, efficient and intelligent.
