David Steward retires from Centene’s board of directors

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Centene Corporation [CNC] today announced that David L. Steward has retired from Centene’s Board of Directors, effective October 6, 2021.

Mr. Steward has served on Centene’s Board since 2003. Given Mr. Steward’s demanding schedule, his decision to retire was based on his desire to dedicate more time to his family and other growing business interests.

Mr. Steward said, “After nearly two decades on the Board, I believe it is time for me to step down and focus on family and business priorities and give someone new the opportunity to join this remarkable Board and continue the company’s growth and positive impact on its members, state partners, employees and shareholders. It has been a true honor to serve Centene, a company focused on a mission of improving health outcomes for its members and the communities it serves.”

“David has been a key and valuable member of our Board of Directors for 18 years,” said Michael Neidorff, Chairman and CEO for Centene. “We are grateful for his exemplary leadership.”

Centene is committed to a strong Board of Directors, reflecting diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. Over the past several years, we have refreshed our Board, including appointing retired Air Force Four-Star General Lori Robinson in 2019. With the close of the WellCare transaction in 2020, we welcomed James Dallas and William Trubeck to Centene’s Board of Directors, and in September of this year we named Sarah London as Vice Chairman.