Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K was filed by Amedica Corporation (not Sintx Technologies, Inc.) on January 7, 2016, reporting events occurring on January 4, 2016. The filing addresses corporate governance changes specifically regarding the appointment of a senior officer.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is limited to personnel changes and contains no financial performance data.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is the internal promotion of Ty A. Lombardi. On January 4, 2016, Mr. Lombardi was promoted from Vice President, Finance and Chief Accounting Officer to the position of Chief Financial Officer (Principal Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer).
Management Commentary and Risks
- Background: Mr. Lombardi served as Vice President of Finance and Principal Accounting Officer from January 2015 to January 3, 2016, and as Director of Finance from March 2014 to January 2015.
- Qualifications: He is a Certified Public Accountant with a Master of Science in Accounting from Brigham Young University. Prior to joining Amedica, he was a principal consultant and part owner of Cadence Consulting Corporation.
- Related Party Transactions: The filing explicitly states there are no family relationships between Mr. Lombardi and other officers/directors, and no related party transactions exist between the Company and Mr. Lombardi.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the correct registrant name is Amedica Corporation, not Sintx Technologies, Inc.
- Confirm the effective date of the CFO appointment (January 4, 2016).
- Review subsequent filings for any changes in financial reporting or strategy under the new CFO leadership.