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WM Names John Morris President
HOUSTON, May 14, 2025--WM (NYSE: WM) announced that its Board of Directors has appointed John J. Morris, Jr. to the position of President, reporting to Jim Fish, the company’s Chief Executive Officer. Morris also retains his existing role as Chief Operating Officer.
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