Professional Background: Business

Newer Tenured (<5 years)

Mirian Graddick-Weir retired as Chief Human Resources Officer at Merrick. She is now President of the Weir Group LLC. Graddick-Weir is a Board Director of Yum Brands and Booking Holdings. Mirian was also a Director of Harleysville Insurance Company. Her training is in industrial and organizational psychology.

Interview Quotes:
“Her CEO thought that board service was a good way to bring in different perspectives.”
“She brings a particular expertise on a board but has been able to contribute across a range of issues. Talent management is believed to be more valued on boards.”
“When you sit on boards, you’re naturally renting your reputation.”
“Don’t necessarily go for the big flashy boards. Sometimes smaller is better because you can make more of a contribution.”
“Diversity helps you better understand the customer base.”

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