June Yang
MSCIAbout June Yang
Independent director at MSCI since December 17, 2024; age 51. Former Google Cloud Vice President overseeing Cloud AI & Industry Solutions (Oct 2021–Dec 2023) and previously VP/GM for Compute, AI Infrastructure and Block Storage (Oct 2019–Oct 2021). Earlier senior engineering and product roles at VMware. Education: B.S. Chemical Engineering (Caltech), M.S. Chemical Engineering (UC Berkeley), M.S. Management (Stanford GSB). Recognized for deep AI/cloud infrastructure and enterprise technology expertise.
Past Roles
| Organization | Role | Tenure | Committees/Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Cloud | Vice President, Cloud AI & Industry Solutions | Oct 2021–Dec 2023 | Led portfolio of AI products/solutions |
| Google Cloud | VP & GM, Compute, AI Infrastructure & Block Storage | Oct 2019–Oct 2021 | Scaled enterprise compute/AI infrastructure offerings |
| VMware | VP, Engineering & Product Management (various); VP, Product Management (vSphere, Edge, Analytics Cloud) | Not disclosed | Enterprise product leadership across cloud/edge |
External Roles
| Company | Role | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| NetApp, Inc. | Director | Sept 2024–present | Independent public board service |
| UiPath, Inc. | Director | Feb 2024–present | Independent public board service |
| SRS Distribution Inc. | Director (prior) | Nov 2022–Jul 2024 | Prior public company board |
Board Governance
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Independence | Board determined Yang is independent under NYSE and MSCI standards; no undisclosed relationships affecting independence |
| Board/Committee roles | Director (since Dec 17, 2024); appointed member, Audit & Risk Committee effective Jan 28, 2025 |
| Audit & Risk Committee focus | Financial reporting integrity, ERM, cybersecurity oversight; 10 meetings held in 2024 (Yang joined 2025) |
| Attendance | Each director attended ≥75% of Board/committee meetings while serving in 2024; Yang joined in Dec 2024 |
| Shareholder engagement/culture | Independent director executive sessions after each Board meeting; active evaluation and refreshment |
| Multiple board service policy | MSCI discloses limits on multiple public board commitments (no breach disclosed) |
Fixed Compensation
| Component (CY2024) | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Fees Earned or Paid in Cash | $33,288 |
| Stock Awards (RSUs, grant-date fair value) | $77,298 |
| All Other Compensation | $0 |
| Total | $110,586 |
RSU grant mechanics and 2024 award details:
- 2024 director RSUs grant on May 1 and vest on the next May 1; prorated if a director joins mid-cycle. RSUs carry dividend equivalents and are generally non-transferable; directors may defer shares under the Non-Employee Directors Deferral Plan .
- For the 2024 Board term, Yang received 125 RSUs valued using $618.38 (closing price the trading day prior to grant). These RSUs vest on May 1, 2025. She elected to defer receipt of shares until the 60th day after separation from the Board .
- Directors may elect to take cash retainers in stock; deferral available under the Director Deferral Plan .
Performance Compensation
| Performance-linked element | Structure | Metrics/Weight |
|---|---|---|
| None for non-employee directors | Director equity is time-based RSUs; no options or PSU metrics for directors | Not applicable |
Other Directorships & Interlocks
| Affiliation | Potential interlock/conflict noted by MSCI |
|---|---|
| NetApp; UiPath; prior SRS Distribution | No related-party transaction disclosed involving Yang; MSCI’s “Certain Transactions” section lists other relationships (e.g., Rockefeller Univ., ServiceNow) but none for Yang |
Expertise & Qualifications
- AI, cloud infrastructure, enterprise product development and scaling; provides “Digital, Data and Cybersecurity” and technology oversight aligned with MSCI’s AI/cyber risk focus .
- Executive leadership in product management, marketing, and engineering for mission-critical enterprise platforms .
- Board refreshment explicitly sought her AI/cloud expertise to align with long-term strategy .
Equity Ownership
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Beneficial ownership (2/28/2025) | 0 shares; 0% of outstanding |
| Unvested RSUs outstanding (12/31/2024) | 125 RSUs (director award for 2024 Board term) |
| Ownership guidelines (directors) | Must hold net shares from last five years of RSUs; five-year compliance window; all non-employee directors reported in compliance as of proxy date |
| Hedging/Pledging | Prohibited for directors (anti-hedging and anti-pledging policy) |
Governance Assessment
- Strengths
- Independent; appointed to Audit & Risk Committee overseeing financial reporting, ERM, and cybersecurity—well-matched to her AI/cloud background .
- No related-party transactions disclosed for Yang; independence affirmed with no material relationships beyond those disclosed in “Certain Transactions” .
- Compensation is equity-heavy (time-based RSUs) with dividend equivalents and deferral, aligning interests; director ownership guidelines and anti-hedging/pledging enhance alignment .
- Board-wide investor support indicators (e.g., say-on-pay approval 97.3%) and ongoing board refreshment suggest healthy governance culture (contextual) .
- Watch items
- Early tenure (appointed Dec 2024); limited track record on MSCI board/committees to date .
- Multiple public boards (NetApp and UiPath) alongside MSCI; MSCI states limits on multiple board commitments but does not flag any breach—monitor time commitments over time .
Notes on attendance, engagement, and independence: All directors met ≥75% attendance for meetings held while serving in 2024; Yang joined late 2024. The Board confirmed Yang’s independence under NYSE and MSCI policies with no material transactions affecting that determination .