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Oil States Announces Retirement of Cindy Taylor and Appointment of Lloyd Hajdik as CEO Effective May 1, 2026
HOUSTON, March 23, 2026--Oil States International, Inc. (NYSE: OIS) announced today that Cindy Taylor, Oil States’ President and Chief Executive Officer, has informed the Board of Directors of her plans to retire, and Lloyd Hajdik, Oil States’ current Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, will succeed her and serve as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026. Mr. Hajdik will also join the Board effective with his appointment as President and CEO. Mr
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[{"type":"text","content":"HOUSTON, March 23, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oil States International, Inc. (NYSE: OIS) announced today that Cindy Taylor, Oil States’ President and Chief Executive Officer, has informed the Board of Directors of her plans to retire, and Lloyd Hajdik, Oil States’ current Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, will succeed her and serve as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026. Mr. Hajdik will also join the Board effective with his appointment as President and CEO. Mrs. Taylor has agreed to stay on through October 31, 2026 in a consulting role. This plan reflects the Board’s ongoing commitment to long-term succession planning and leadership continuity.","length":705,"tagName":"p"},{"type":"text","content":""On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Cindy for her leadership and lasting impact on Oil States," said Robert L. Potter, Oil States’ Chairman of the Board. "With more than twenty-five years of service to Oil States and nineteen years as CEO, Cindy has guided Oil States through many industry cycles. Her leadership has shaped a culture of integrity, innovation, and excellence that will continue to shape Oil States’ future."","length":448,"tagName":"p"},{"type":"text","content":"Mr. Potter continued, "The Board is confident that Lloyd is well-prepared to assume the role of CEO. He is a proven leader with a strong track record of accomplishments. Lloyd has helped shape Oil States’ strategy, focusing on enhancing stockholder returns. Lloyd’s knowledge of the business and trusted leadership will ensure a seamless transition."","length":360,"tagName":"p"},{"type":"text","content":""It has been an immense privilege to serve Oil States as CEO," said Mrs. Taylor. "I am deeply grateful to all Oil States employees and the Board for their enduring support and contributions. I am also grateful to have spent the past twelve years working with Lloyd. He is an outstanding leader who knows our business, our people, and our customers well. I leave Oil States in a good place, with a clean balance sheet, little to no debt, record backlog, strong technology and a highly focused leadership team."","length":529,"tagName":"p"},{"type":"text","content":"Lloyd Hajdik added, "I am honored to succeed Cindy and grateful for the confidence the Board has pl...