Prologis Adds Visa Veteran Kelly to Board Amid Digital Logistics Push
Event summary
- Prologis appointed Alfred F. Kelly, Jr., former Visa CEO (2016-2023), to its board of directors on July 1, 2026.
- Kelly brings expertise in technology, risk management, and global markets from his tenure at Visa and American Express.
- He currently serves as an Advisory Director at Berkshire Partners and on GM's board, focusing on audit and cybersecurity.
The big picture
Prologis' appointment of a payments industry veteran underscores the growing convergence between logistics infrastructure and digital commerce. As supply chains become more data-driven, Kelly's expertise could help Prologis navigate technology integration challenges while strengthening governance in an increasingly complex risk environment.
What we're watching
- Digital Integration
- How Kelly's payment technology expertise will influence Prologis' digital logistics strategy.
- Risk Management
- Whether his background in audit and cybersecurity will reshape Prologis' approach to operational risks.
- Strategic Alignment
- The pace at which Kelly's insights from Visa and GM will translate into board-level decisions for Prologis.
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