On December 11, 2012, William L. Transier tendered his resignation as a director of Cal Dive International Inc, effective immediately. Mr. Transier had served as the board's lead independent director and as a member of all board committees. Following Mr. Transier's resignation, the board has appointed John B. Reed, Jr. to serve as its lead independent director, and as a member of the Compensation Committee, the Audit Committee and the Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee.

Mr. John B. Reed, Jr. joined the board in May 2012.