Costco Wholesale Corporation announced the nomination of Gina Raimondo for election to its Board of Directors. Raimondo, previously served as U.S. Commerce Secretary from 2021 to 2025 and the Governor of Rhode Island from 2015 to 2021.
Raimondo entered politics in 2010, when she was elected the Treasurer of the State of Rhode Island. Prior to entering politics, Raimondo worked in venture capital. She is also a distinguished fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations.
Costco’s Chairman of the Board, Hamilton James, stated, “We are very pleased to nominate Secretary Raimondo for election to our Board. Her vast experience in global business, politics and international security at the highest level will add an important dimension to our current expertise. We look forward to her contributions.”
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