3M Appoints CEO William Brown as Chairman, Michael Roman to Retire

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October 04, 2025

3M announced significant changes to its Board of Directors and leadership structure, with William M. 'Bill' Brown, the company's Chief Executive Officer, appointed by the Board to serve as its Chairman, effective March 1, 2025. This move consolidates leadership under Brown.

Michael F. Roman, who served as Executive Chairman of the Board, announced his intention to retire from that role and as a Director, effective March 1, 2025. Mr. Roman will continue to serve as Executive Advisor to the Board until his retirement from 3M on May 1, 2025.

Additionally, David P. Bozeman, President and Chief Executive Officer of C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., was elected to 3M's Board of Directors, effective February 6, 2025. Mr. Bozeman brings over 30 years of experience in supply chains, manufacturing, and digital operations, and will join the Science, Technology and Sustainability Committee of the Board.

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