board of directors
Francis deSouza's sudden departure over his signature Grail deal leaves analysts and customers wondering what's next for Illumina.
Illumina Shareholders Vote out Board Chairman
Shareholders voted to appoint Carl Icahn's nominee Andrew Teno, at the expense of John Thompson, but kept CEO Francis deSouza on the board.
Two advisory firms have recommended ousting board chair John Thompson, while Illumina has magnified allegations that Carl Icahn's company is "Ponzi-like."
Icahn Asks Illumina Shareholders to Replace Three Board Members Including CEO, Chairman
Activist investor Carl Icahn, who wants Illumina to divest Grail, has asked shareholders to vote for his three candidates and replace Francis deSouza, John Thompson, and Robert Epstein.
Illumina Careens Toward Contested Board Election as Both Sides Amp up Rhetoric
Allegedly, investor Carl Icahn said he "would not even support Jesus Christ" as an independent candidate, during negotiations over seats on Illumina's board.