Lyft announced the appointment of Ben Minicucci, the Chief Executive Officer of Alaska Air Group, to its Board of Directors, effective July 23, 2026. The company highlighted his extensive experience as a public company CEO in the transportation sector as a key reason for the appointment.

Key Details

  • Appointment: Ben Minicucci was appointed as a Class II director, with a term expiring at Lyft's 2027 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
  • Background: Mr. Minicucci has served as CEO of Alaska Air Group since 2021 and has a deep background in airline operations, safety, and business development.
  • Existing Relationship: Lyft disclosed an existing partnership with Alaska Airlines. For the year ended December 31, 2025, Lyft paid Alaska an aggregate of $3.2 million and received $0.16 million pursuant to the agreement.