VeriSign (VRSN) Announces Resignation of Long-Standing Board Member Thomas Frist

VeriSign Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSN) is one of the 11 best performing Warren Buffett stocks in 2025. On June 12, the company made public the resignation of a long-standing member from its Board of Directors. Thomas F. Frist, III, exited the Board effective June 10, 2025.

VeriSign (VRSN) Announces Resignation of Long-Standing Board Member Thomas Frist

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First, who had dedicated a decade to VeriSign’s Board, cited increasing personal and professional obligations as the reason for his resignation. The Board accepted the move and sincerely appreciated his contributions to the company, wishing him well for the future.

Following the departure, VeriSign is expected to reduce the number of its board members. This aligns with the company’s ongoing efforts to streamline its governance and strategic direction. Earlier in the year, George E. Kilguss III left the Executive Vice President and CFO position after 13 years with Verisign. John D. Calys succeeded him as CFO.

VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSN) is a technology company that provides internet infrastructure and domain name registry services. It operates the authoritative registries for top-level domains like .com and .net, enabling secure and reliable internet navigation. VeriSign also manages two of the internet’s 13 root servers and offers root zone maintainer services. Its clients include domain name registrars, internet service providers, and enterprises worldwide.

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