• AMERICAN COLLEGE OF GOVERNANCE COUNSEL

  PRESS RELEASE

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

  Date: July 8, 2026

  American College of Governance Counsel Welcomes Three New Board Members and Honors Departing Directors

  [New York, NY] — The American College of Governance Counsel (ACGC) today announced the appointment of three distinguished governance professionals to its Board of Directors: Jennifer Daniels, David A. Katz, partner at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz; and Anne Robinson, of IBM. The ACGC simultaneously recognized the outstanding contributions of three departing board members whose terms have concluded: Larry Sonsini, Robert Mundheim, and Greg Varallo — all three of whom were members of the ACGC’s founding Board of Directors.

  Honoring Departing Board Members

  The ACGC expressed deep gratitude to Larry Sonsini, Robert Mundheim, and Greg Varallo for their exemplary service and the indelible mark each has left on the organization and the broader governance community. As members of the ACGC’s founding Board of Directors, all three were instrumental in establishing the College from the ground up—setting its standards, defining its mission, and building the foundation upon which it continues to grow. Larry also served with distinction as Chair of the ACGC for many years, providing visionary leadership that guided the College through its formative years and helped strengthen its reputation as the leading organization for governance counsel. Together, their leadership, wisdom, and dedication have been central to shaping the College’s identity and advancing the highest standards of governance counsel.

  “Larry Sonsini, Robert Mundheim, and Greg Varallo were there at the very beginning, helping to found this organization and shape its character from day one. Their knowledge, integrity, and tireless commitment to excellence in governance have elevated the College and the profession as a whole. The ACGC simply would not be what it is today without them. On behalf of the entire ACGC community, I am deeply grateful for their founding vision and their years of dedicated service.”

  — Holly Gregory, Chair, American College of Governance Counsel

  “It has been a privilege to serve alongside Larry, Bob, and Greg — three of the founders of this College who helped bring it to life and set it on the right course. Each of them brought extraordinary expertise and a genuine passion for governance counsel to everything they did. Their legacy is woven into the fabric of the ACGC, and I cannot thank them enough for their vision, dedication, and friendship over the years.”

  — David J. Berger, President, American College of Governance Counsel

  Welcoming Incoming Board Members

  The ACGC is proud to welcome Jennifer Daniels, David A. Katz, and Anne Robinson, to its Board of Directors. Each brings a wealth of experience in corporate governance, providing the College with extraordinary depth of talent as it continues to grow and serve its members.

  “We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer, David, and Anne, to the ACGC Board. They each bring remarkable expertise, fresh perspectives, and a shared commitment to the highest standards of governance practice. I look forward to working alongside them as we continue to advance the College’s mission and serve our members.”

  — Holly Gregory, Chair, American College of Governance Counsel

  “Jennifer Daniels, David A. Katz, and Anne Robinson, are exactly the kind of leaders who will help propel the ACGC forward. Their combined experience across law, business, and governance is exceptional, and I am genuinely excited to collaborate with them on the important work ahead.”

  — David J. Berger, President, American College of Governance Counsel

  Jennifer Daniels

  Jennifer Daniels brings significant corporate governance expertise from her prior roles at Colgate-Palmolive, a global consumer products company, NCR Corporation and Barnes & Noble, Inc.  Her experience navigating complex governance challenges at a major public companies will be a tremendous asset to the ACGC Board.

  "I am truly honored to join the Board of the College. I look forward to bringing together leaders in Corporate Governance to drive a deeper understanding of best practices in governance, risk management and shareholder engagement in a rapidly evolving world."

• -       Jennifer Daniels

• David A. Katz — Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz

  David A. Katz is a partner at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, where he is widely recognized as one of the foremost authorities on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and securities law. His counsel has shaped governance practice at some of the nation’s largest public companies.

  “It is an honor and a privilege to join the Board of Directors of the American College of Governance Counsel, as it continues to recognize excellence in the pursuit of corporate governance.  It is an honor to follow in my partner Marty Lipton’s footsteps, as he was one of the Honorary Founding Co-Chairs of the College.  In today’s complicated world, good corporate governance practices are a necessity, not an option, and I welcome the opportunity to establish and promote best practices in my role at the College.”

• -       David A. Katz — Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz

• Anne Robinson — IBM

  Anne Robinson brings to the Board extensive experience in corporate governance and legal affairs gained through her work at IBM, one of the world’s leading technology and consulting companies. Her in-house perspective adds invaluable insight to the College’s work.

  "I’m honored to join the ACGC Board and support its mission to elevate the practice of governance counsel. At IBM, we’ve seen how essential strong oversight is to fostering trusted, responsible innovation. I look forward to working alongside this distinguished group to help shape thoughtful, effective practices for our evolving business environment.”

• -       Anne Robinson, IBM

About the American College of Governance Counsel

The American College of Governance Counsel is a professional organization dedicated to recognizing and advancing excellence in the practice of governance counsel. Its members include leading lawyers who advise boards of directors, management, and other governance participants on matters of corporate governance.

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