Bank of America Names Jim Fitterling and Bill Thomas to Board of Directors
PR Newswire•21/10/2026•16:45 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤Bank of America appointed Jim Fitterling and Bill Thomas directors, effective immediately
- ➤Jim Fitterling served as Dow CEO from 2018 to 2026
- ➤Bill Thomas led KPMG International as global chairman and CEO from 2017 to 2026
- ➤Bill Thomas oversaw KPMG’s multibillion-dollar investment program in technology and AI capabilities
Expert Statements
Brian Moynihan, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Bank of America
“We are pleased to welcome two seasoned CEOs, who join our Board after leading large, global organizations.”
Brian Moynihan, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Bank of America
“Jim brings decades of experience in a complex, evolving industry and significant public company board credentials, while Bill brings deep financial expertise in audit, accounting and financial reporting, advising businesses across industries and around the world.”
Lionel Nowell III, Lead Independent Director of Bank of America
“Jim and Bill are valuable additions to our Board, with complementary leadership experience that will help strengthen our oversight of the company's long-term strategy.”
Lionel Nowell III, Lead Independent Director of Bank of America
“We have a longstanding, robust succession planning and board refreshment process, which has produced two outstanding leaders to join our Board.”
Bank of America Names Jim Fitterling and Bill Thomas to Board of Directors PR Newswire
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bank of America Corporation Board of Directors today appointed Jim Fitterling and Bill Thomas as directors, effective immediately.
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