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Summary

Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation appointed Ryan P. Nolan to its Board of Directors effective June 1, 2026, expanding the Board from twelve to thirteen members and assigning him to the Audit Committee; he will receive pro rata director compensation including $345,000 for the August 1, 2025–July 31, 2026 period.

Key takeaways

Ryan P. Nolan appointed to Booz Allen’s Board effective June 1, 2026, increasing board size from 12 to 13 members — strengthens governance capacity ahead of 2026 annual meeting.

Nolan assigned to the Audit Committee — adds financial oversight expertise given his background in technology investment banking and capital markets.

Nolan will receive standard unaffiliated director compensation: $345,000 for Aug 1, 2025–Jul 31, 2026, split as $225,000 in restricted stock and $120,000 in cash or stock at his election — aligns with existing director pay structure.

The Company will enter into a standard indemnification agreement with Nolan, consistent with prior directors and filed as Exhibit 10.23 to the 2010 S-1 — mitigates personal liability risk for board service.

Full analysis

The appointment of Ryan P. Nolan to Booz Allen’s Board reflects a targeted enhancement of financial and technology governance expertise, particularly relevant given the company’s focus on AI, cyber, and mission-driven advanced technology solutions. His background — including 13 years at Goldman Sachs as global co-head of software investment banking and advising on over $100 billion in M&A and $50 billion in capital markets transactions — directly supports oversight of Booz Allen’s strategic growth, capital allocation, and audit function. Assignment to the Audit Committee leverages his deep financial acumen and experience evaluating complex technology businesses. The compensation structure is fully aligned with that of other unaffiliated directors, reinforcing consistency and transparency in board governance practices. While not transformative, this appointment signals continued board evolution in response to the company’s expanding technological scope and scale, especially as it operates with ~31,600 employees and $12.0 billion in revenue (for the 12 months ended March 31, 2025). No changes to board leadership, committee chairs, or executive management accompany this appointment.