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World Fuel Services Corporation has announced the appointment of Stephen J. Gold to its board of directors.

Gold currently serves as Executive Vice President Technology and Operations Innovation, Chief Information Officer for CVS Health Corporation. In this role since July 2012, Gold is CVS's senior technology executive and has responsibility for all information systems and technology, digital business operations, and client service operations.

Gold has more than 30 years of information systems management experience. Prior to CVS, he served as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for Avaya, Inc. from April 2010 to July 2012, where he was responsible for guiding all aspects of the company's technology strategy, as well as leading IT business operations and systems globally. Prior to joining Avaya, he was the Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer and Corporate Chief Technology Officer for GSI Commerce, Inc. from January 2005 to April 2010.

"We are extremely pleased to welcome Steve to our board," said Michael J. Kasbar, chairman and chief executive officer. "We believe his vast experience in technology will prove invaluable on our journey to grow our technology offerings, digitize our business, and drive internal efficiencies, creating value for our customers in the global energy, logistics and payments marketplaces."

Gold will serve as a member of the Technology and Operations and Governance committees.