Michael J. Embler

Director photo - Michael J. Embler

Independent

Director since:

2013

Committees:
  • Finance
  • Safety
Education
  • BA, Economics, SUNY Albany
  • MBA, George Washington University

Mr. Embler is widely recognized for his success and insights as an institutional investor and seasoned board member, with more than 20 years of expertise serving as a director on global public company boards across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, capital intensive industries and finance.

He contributes to the Board deep experience in finance, asset management, capital markets and risk management.

Key skills and experience:

  • Financial / accounting
  • Investment
  • Information technology
  • International leadership
  • Risk management
  • Senior leadership
  • Sustainability

Career highlights:

  • Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Mutual Advisers, LLC – an investment advisory firm (2005 - 2009)
  • Head of Distressed Investment Group, Franklin Mutual Advisers, LLC (2001 - 2005)
  • Managing Director and Co-Head, Proprietary Distressed Debt / Special Situations Group, Nomura Holding America Inc (NYSE: NMR) – a leading global financial services group (1992 - 2001)

Current public company directorships:

  • Ventas (NYSE: VTR) (since 2022)
  • NMI Holdings (NASDAQ: NMIH) (since 2012)

Past public company directorships:

  • Taubman Centers, Inc. (NYSE: TCO) (2018 - 2020)
  • CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT) (2009 - 2016)
  • Dynegy Inc. (NYSE: DYN) (2011 - 2012)
  • AboveNet Inc. (NYSE: ABVT) (acquired by Zayo Group in 2012) (2003 - 2012)
  • Kindred Healthcare Inc. (NYSE: KND) (acquired by LifePoint Health in 2021) (2001 - 2008)
  • Grand Union Company (acquired by C&S Wholesale Grocers in 2001) (1999 - 2000)