United Technologies Corp. announced the appointments of an executive chairman and members of the board of directors for Carrier. John Faraci, currently a member of the UTC Board of Directors, will serve as executive chairman of Carrier. David Gitlin, who was previously appointed president & chief executive officer of Carrier, will join the board, as will current UTC director Jean-Pierre Garnier. The eight-member board will also include independent directors John Greisch, Charles Holley, Mike McNamara, Michael Todman and Virginia Wilson. The new board, which becomes effective upon the completion of Carrier's planned separation from UTC in 2020, is comprised of highly experienced executives from a diverse range of companies in sectors including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, asset management, and retail.