AT&T Appoints New Board Director, Scott Ford Retires

AT&T has appointed Kelly J. Grier to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2025, while Scott T. Ford has announced his retirement. Grier will join the Corporate Development and Finance and Human Resources Committees. The company's strong earnings call and technical indicators are driving positive growth in key segments and bullish market trends.

AT&T Inc. (T) has announced significant changes in its leadership structure, with Kelly J. Grier joining the Board of Directors effective September 1, 2025. Concurrently, Scott T. Ford has announced his retirement from the Board, also effective September 1, 2025. Grier will serve on the Human Resources Committee and the Corporate Development and Finance Committee, while Ford's tenure spanned 13 years of distinguished service [2].

Kelly Grier, a highly experienced executive, brings a wealth of financial and leadership expertise to AT&T. She previously served as the U.S. Chair and Americas Managing Partner (CEO) of Ernst & Young LLP (EY), holding various leadership roles over a 30-plus-year career. Her appointment underscores AT&T's commitment to strengthening its board with individuals who can contribute to its ongoing transformation [2].

Scott Ford's retirement marks a significant milestone in AT&T's history. His 13-year tenure on the Board has been marked by exemplary service, and his departure highlights the company's ability to attract and retain top talent. Ford's contributions to AT&T's strategic direction and governance will be missed, but his legacy will continue to influence the company's future [2].

The appointment of Kelly Grier coincides with AT&T's strong earnings call and technical indicators, which have driven positive growth in key segments and bullish market trends. Analysts remain divided but optimistic about the company's prospects, with a recent price target of $32.00 and an overall rating of "Buy" [1]. The mixed analyst ratings and technical indicators suggest a cautious optimism, with bullish patterns indicating continued gains, albeit with caution due to overbought conditions [4].

In addition to her new role at AT&T, Grier is currently a board member for several other prominent companies, including Booking Holdings, Inc., CDW Corporation, and Illinois Tool Works, Inc. Her extensive experience and background in leadership and finance will undoubtedly bring valuable insights to AT&T's board [2].

As AT&T continues its transformation to become America's best connectivity provider, the appointment of Kelly J. Grier and the retirement of Scott T. Ford signal a strategic shift aimed at strengthening the company's governance and leadership. Investors and stakeholders should closely monitor the company's performance and future developments to gauge the impact of these changes on AT&T's long-term trajectory.

References:
[1] https://www.tipranks.com/news/company-announcements/att-announces-new-board-director-appointment
[2] https://www.morningstar.com/news/pr-newswire/20250819da54220/kelly-grier-elected-to-att-board-of-directors-scott-ford-retires-as-director-after-13-years-of-service
[3] https://www.marketscreener.com/news/kelly-grier-elected-to-at-t-board-of-directors-scott-ford-retires-as-director-after-13-years-of-ser-ce7c51ddd980f122
[4] https://www.ainvest.com/news/stock-analysis-outlook-bullish-momentum-builds-mixed-analyst-signals-2508/