By Matt Grossman

Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. Friday named Valerie Jarrett to its board of directors, making her the group's 11th member.

Ms. Jarrett worked in a senior White House role throughout the Obama administration, overseeing the Office of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs and leading the White House Council on Women and Girls. She had previously served as deputy chief of staff to Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley and held leadership roles for that city's transportation and planning departments.

Ms. Jarrett also serves on the boards of Lyft Inc., Ralph Lauren Corp. and 2U Inc.

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