Felicia D. Thornton, 62 Non-Executive Director Since 2017 Relevant Experience Over 30 years of executive leadership experience in retail, grocery, and specialty sectors, including CEO, CFO, and COO roles at multi-billion-dollar companies. Proven expertise in corporate finance, strategic growth, operational restructuring, and governance, with a track record of leading organizations through complex integrations and financial transformations that enhance shareholder value. Recognized for board governance and audit leadership, serving as Chair of multiple audit committees and contributing to governance best practices across public and private boards. Career Highlights Chair of the Board, 99 Cents Only Stores (2023-2025) Vice Chair (2018-2023) & Interim CEO, 99 Cents Only Stores LLC (2019 2020) Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer, 99 Cents Only Stores LLC (2015 2018) Co-Chief Executive Officer, President & COO, DeMoulas Super Markets (Market Basket) (2014) Chief Executive Officer, Knowledge Universe U.S. (2006 2011) Chief Financial Officer & EVP, Albertsons, Inc. (2001 2006) Senior Roles at Ralphs & Fred Meyer (Kroger) (1992 2000) Other Key Board Experience Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (2020-2025) (NASDAQ: PTVE) Ares Acquisition Corp. I (2021-2023) (NYSE: AAC); Ares Acquisition Corp. II (2023-2025) (NYSE: AACT) Prior directorships on multiple other public and private boards, including 99 Cents Only, Nordstrom, Inc., Knowledge Universe Education, CoolSys, Inc., Convergint Technologies LLC Education MBA, University of Southern California B.S., Economics, Santa Clara University Other Member of Latino Corporate Directors Association and NACD Fellow (since 2019), holding NACD Directorship Certification since 2024 Board Committees Nominating and Corporate Governance (Chair) Audit (as of March 2026) Key Skills Governance, Board & Risk Management Oversight Corporate Finance & Audit Leadership Strategic Growth & Restructuring Retail & Multi-Unit Industry Expertise Ethics & Social Responsibility Oversight