International Paper adds two independent directors, two long-serving board members to retire

Filed July 17, 2026 · Period ending July 14, 2026 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

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  Katherine Collins (30+ years sustainable investing, ex-Putnam) and Lori Ryerkerk (ex-CEO Celanese, led $11B DuPont acquisition) join board Oct 1, 2026 as independent directors; both stand for election May 2027.

  Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation verify on EDGAR →
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  Dr. Kathryn Sullivan (9 years) and Ahmet Dorduncu (15 years) retire Dec 31, 2026 under new 12-year term limit adopted March 2026; no disagreements with company cited.

  Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation verify on EDGAR →
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  Board expands to 13 members (12 independent) with October appointments; will return to 11 after year-end retirements.

  Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation verify on EDGAR →