RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Altria CEO Howard Willard tested positive for coronavirus and is at home self-quarantining, according to a statement from Altria sent out to employees yesterday.
In the letter to employees, Altria said Willard would be taking a medical leave of absence. Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Billy Gifford is assuming the role of CEO until Willard is back.
This comes just a day after Altria shut down production at Philip Morris after two employees tested positive for COVID-19.
