Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K filing by Black Hills Corporation (a South Dakota corporation) was submitted on January 30, 2017. The report discloses significant changes in executive leadership within the Human Resources department.
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
- Departure: Robert A. Myers, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, announced his retirement effective April 1, 2017, following 8 years of service.
- Appointment: Jennifer C. Landis, currently Vice President - Human Resources, will succeed Mr. Myers as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer effective February 1, 2017.
- Transition: Mr. Myers will remain in his current role until his retirement date to ensure a reasonable transition period.
Outlook, Risks, and Management Commentary
Ms. Landis has held positions of increasing responsibility throughout her 15-year career with the Company. She began in Information Technology, transitioned to Human Resources in 2008, and was appointed Vice President - Human Resources in April 2016. The filing does not disclose specific risks, contingencies, or unusual items related to these personnel changes.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Confirm the effective date of Jennifer C. Landis's promotion (February 1, 2017).
- Verify the final retirement date of Robert A. Myers (April 1, 2017).
- Review subsequent filings for any changes to the transition plan or additional executive departures.