Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) on September 22, 2009. The filing addresses corporate governance changes specifically regarding the appointment of a senior financial officer.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses exclusively on personnel changes and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
The material change reported is the appointment of William A. Tozzi as Vice President and Controller, effective September 22, 2009. Mr. Tozzi assumes the role of BD's principal accounting officer, succeeding Robert G. Oliynik, who has moved to another position within the company.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
The filing contains no guidance, outlook, or management commentary regarding future financial performance. It notes that Mr. Tozzi previously served as BD's principal accounting officer from October 2, 2002, through December 31, 2008, and most recently served as Chief Financial Officer of BD's Medical segment.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Confirm the effective date of William A. Tozzi's appointment as Vice President and Controller.
- Verify the transition of duties from Robert G. Oliynik to Mr. Tozzi.
- Review Mr. Tozzi's prior tenure as principal accounting officer and his recent role as CFO of the Medical segment.