INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR Director Since: 2012 Age: 71 Committee: Audit (Chair) Education: B.S., Accounting, University of Maryland REASONS FOR NOMINATION John Hill offers more than 40 years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial management, and leadership across complex organizations. He has led large-scale financial restructurings, enhanced internal controls, and overseen governance and organizational transformation initiatives. Mr. Hill s extensive financial expertise supports disciplined Board oversight of financial reporting, enterprise risk management, and long-term financial resiliency. KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Financial Accounting and Reporting: As Chief Financial Officer of the City of Detroit following its bankruptcy, Mr. Hill restructured the City s financial operations, reduced debt service expenses, and strengthened financial transparency. Under his leadership, Detroit achieved multiple credit rating upgrades, exited federal and state financial oversight for the first time in approximately 40 years, and implemented enhanced budgeting, reporting, and long-term financial planning frameworks. i Risk Management: As Detroit s Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Hill reinforced financial controls, compliance systems, and accountability structures. Through his leadership of J Hill Group, he has advised organizations on strengthening financial management and governance frameworks, including internal control enhancement and risk oversight. His experience supports effective Board oversight of operational, financial, and cybersecurity risk. Legal, Public Policy, and Regulatory: Mr. Hill has operated within complex federal, state, and municipal regulatory environments. In his leadership roles in Detroit and previously with the District of Columbia Financial Control Board, he worked within government oversight frameworks to restore fiscal stability and strengthen compliance processes, providing perspective on regulatory risk and governance oversight. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS J Hill Group a professional services practice focused on operational improvement Founder and Chief Executive Officer (since 2012) City of Detroit, Michigan Chief Financial Officer (2013-2018) Federal City Council a nonprofit civic leadership organization Chief Executive Officer (2004-2012) In2Books, Inc. a nonprofit advancing youth literacy Chief Executive Officer (2002-2004) Andersen, LLP a global tax and advisory firm Partner (1999-2002) District of Columbia Financial Control Board an oversight body created by U.S. Congress Executive Director (1995-1999)