Snap Appoints Luke Wood to Expanded Board Seat Snap Inc. announced on May 20, 2026, that Luke Wood has been appointed to its board of directors, effective that date. The company’s board size increased from 12 to 13 members as part of the change. The appointment was disclosed in an SEC Form 8-K filing, which stated the board size adjustment was the primary reason for Wood’s addition to the board. No details were provided about any replacements or departures from the board. Luke Wood, 57, is currently the CEO of Violet St Holdings, a position he has held since September 2022. Prior to that, he served as President of Beats by Dr. Dre from 2011 to 2020. Throughout his career, Wood held leadership roles at Interscope Geffen A&M and DGC, both major music industry entities. He is also a board member of Fender, a well-known music equipment manufacturer. Wood earned his undergraduate degree from Wesleyan University. The filing noted that Wood was not appointed to any board committees. The SEC document included a disclaimer stating that the information provided was an AI-generated summary and may contain inaccuracies, urging readers to verify details with the source. The filing did not elaborate on the rationale for the board expansion or Wood’s specific role on the board. The announcement aligns with standard corporate disclosure practices, as the SEC requires companies to report significant changes in leadership structure. The filing emphasized the board size increase as the sole factor in Wood’s appointment. No additional context about Snap’s strategic priorities or operational plans was included in the document. The move reflects routine corporate governance procedures, with the board’s expansion serving as the basis for the new director’s addition.#snap_inc #luke_wood #violet_st_holdings #beats_by_dr_dre #fender
