Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has announced two significant additions to its board of directors. Hock Tan, the CEO of Broadcom, and philanthropist John Arnold are joining the board, bringing with them extensive expertise in semiconductor technology and energy infrastructure.
Hock Tan has led Broadcom since 2006, making him well-versed in the complexities of computing infrastructure technology on an international scale. With Meta’s focus on developing advanced infrastructure to fuel growth in artificial intelligence (AI) and the metaverse, Tan’s experience is poised to be invaluable.
Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, expressed his enthusiasm for the new appointments, highlighting the importance of having directors with deep expertise in silicon and energy infrastructure as Meta pursues its long-term vision of building artificial general intelligence (AGI).
John Arnold, known for his philanthropic endeavors as the co-founder of Arnold Ventures, brings a unique perspective to the board. His background in energy infrastructure, including his tenure at Enron overseeing the trading of natural gas derivatives, adds another layer of expertise to Meta’s strategic planning.
These appointments come at a time of transition for Meta, with former operating chief Sheryl Sandberg recently announcing her departure from the board. Sandberg, who joined Meta from Google, played a significant role in the company’s evolution from a startup to a digital advertising powerhouse.
With Tan and Arnold joining an esteemed roster of board members, including Peggy Alford, Marc Andreessen, Drew Houston, Robert M. Kimmitt, and Tony Xu, Meta is poised to continue its innovative trajectory in shaping the future of computing and the metaverse.
