The Board of Directors is elected by the shareowners and is responsible for the strategic oversight of UPS. A majority of non-management independent directors ensures robust debate and challenged opinions in the boardroom, while diversity - with respect to gender, age, ethnicity, skills, experience and other factors - ensures a wide range of perspectives are present and considered. Members of our board bring a broad range of professional skills and experiences. A mix of newer directors, who bring fresh viewpoints, and longer-tenured directors, who have contributed to developing our strategy over time and have acquired an in-depth understanding of our global organization, provides appropriate balance.