Talbott Roche Appointed to Gen Digital Board

Gen Digital Inc. announced on October 9, 2026, the appointment of Talbott Roche to its Board of Directors. Roche has served as CEO and President of Blackhawk Network for over 20 years, transforming the company into a digital-first fintech platform.

"Talbott brings a strong track record of leading transformation and creating value through strategic expansion," said Vincent Pilette, CEO of Gen. "Her background building a digital-first fintech platform alongside her experience as a CEO and director is an invaluable combination as Gen continues to innovate and empower people's digital and financial lives."

Roche's appointment comes as Gen focuses on powering digital freedom, providing cybersecurity, online privacy, identity protection, and financial wellness solutions to nearly 500 million users globally. Her experience is expected to support Gen's strategy and long-term shareholder value creation.

Prior to leading Blackhawk Network, Roche held various leadership roles, contributing to the company's growth from an early-stage concept to a global player in branded payments and gift card solutions. Gen highlighted her expertise in scaling global, digital-first businesses as a key asset for the board.