Biography

James V. Continenza, 58, leads the transformation of Kodak as Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. He was appointed by the Board as Executive Chairman on February 20, 2019 and as Chief Executive Officer on July 27, 2020. Mr. Continenza joined the Board of Kodak in April 2013 and became Chairman of the Board in September 2013. Mr. Continenza brings a proven track record of guiding leading technology companies through transformations. Since September 2012, Mr. Continenza has served as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Vivial, Inc., a privately-held marketing technology and communications company. He has also held leadership roles at STi Prepaid, LLC, a telecommunications company; Anchor Glass Container Corp., a leading manufacturer of glass containers; Teligent, Inc., a provider of communications services including voice, data, and internet access; Lucent Technologies Product Finance, a global leader in telecom equipment; and AT&T Inc.

In addition to his management experience, Mr. Continenza currently serves on the board of directors of Cenveo Corporation, an industry leader in transformative publishing solutions. He has also served on the boards of directors of Datasite LLC (formerly known as Merrill Corp.), NII Holdings, Inc., Tembec, Inc. and Neff Corporation. He also serves or has served on the boards of a number of private companies.

Key Experience, Skills and other Qualifications:

Mr. Continenza has extensive experience in the management and governance of a wide range of companies, including technology companies, with a particular focus on companies that have undergone significant corporate restructuring. He brings to the Board valuable expertise in technology, marketing, operations, strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, and executive compensation. In addition, Mr. Continenza brings corporate governance and risk management expertise to the Board through his past and current executive positions and service as a board member of diverse companies.