Cencora, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has elected Robert E. Sanchez as a new independent director, effective October 1, 2026. Sanchez is the Executive Chair of Ryder System, Inc., where he previously served as Chair and Chief Executive Officer until his retirement in March 2026. Before being appointed CEO in 2013, he spent two decades at Ryder in roles including President and Chief Operating Officer, President of Global Fleet Management Solutions, and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Board Chair Mark Durcan said Sanchez's experience as a public-company CEO, including his deep understanding of logistics and supply chains, will complement the Board's skill set as it supports Cencora's pharmaceutical-centric strategy. President and CEO Robert P. Mauch said Sanchez's breadth of experience across operations, finance and technology will add valuable insight as Cencora advances its priorities and drives sustained growth. Sanchez currently serves on the Board of Directors of Texas Instruments and as a Trustee of the University of Miami.
Cencora Inc.Cencora elects Robert E. Sanchez as an independent director; a board appointment has no clear product, financial, or regulatory impact.
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