Michael Collins Appointed to Jacobs Board of Directors

Further strengthening advisory and consulting Board acumen

DALLAS, Sept. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE: J) announced today the election of Michael Collins to its Board of Directors, effective September 23, 2024.

Collins is currently a Partner and most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer at global management consulting firm Bain & Company, previously serving as Chief Financial Officer. Since joining Bain in 1992, he has worked with management teams to develop and execute growth strategies, evaluate acquisitions and divestitures, improve capabilities and implement organizational change. He has also assisted clients across numerous industries, including retail, consumer products, telecommunications, automotive and media and entertainment.

Jacobs CEO Bob Pragada said, "We are delighted to have Michael join our Board of Directors. His global management consulting experience will bring invaluable insights and strategic guidance as we continue to grow our higher value, high margin consulting and advisory services. We look forward to his contributions as we continue to expand our global impact and deliver sustainable innovative solutions to our clients."

Collins holds a bachelor's degree in accounting (with high honors) from Loyola University, Chicago, and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With approximately $16 billion in annual revenue and a talent force of more than 60,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector. Visit jacobs.com and connect with Jacobs on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

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