Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. announced the passing of Jim Poole, a valued member of its Board of Directors. Mr. Poole served on the Cal-Maine Foods Board since 2004, providing thoughtful leadership, steady guidance, and an unwavering commitment to the long-term success of the Company. The Board consistently valued his extensive audit and financial experience, deep risk management expertise, successful track record in business development, and broad knowledge of the general business climate in which the Company operates.
Mr. Poole served with distinction on the Audit Committee, the Compensation Committee as Chair, and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, where his disciplined judgment and strategic insight strengthened the Company?s governance and oversight. Following Mr. Poole?s passing, the Nominating and Governance Committee has initiated a search process to identify a director whose experience complements Cal-Maine Foods? strategic priorities.
