Snap Inc., the parent company of the popular multimedia messaging app Snapchat, has announced the appointment of Luke Wood to its board of directors, effective May 20, 2026. Wood, who is 57 years old, has a rich background in the technology and music industries, having served as the President of Beats by Dr. Dre and as a Vice President at Apple Inc. following Apple's acquisition of Beats. His experience in building and scaling brands at the intersection of technology and culture is expected to provide valuable insights to Snap's leadership team. Evan Spiegel, co-founder and CEO of Snap Inc., and Michael Lynton, Chairperson of the board, both expressed excitement about Wood's addition, emphasizing his potential contributions to the company's innovative strategies. In addition to his role at Snap, Wood is the CEO of Violet St Holdings, LLC and serves on the board of Fender Musical Instruments Corp. His diverse experience is anticipated to enhance Snap's mission of improving communication through technology.