Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by Henry Schein, Inc. on May 18, 2005, covering events that occurred on May 16, 2005. The filing primarily addresses a significant executive appointment within the company's leadership structure.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is a current event disclosure and does not contain financial statements or performance metrics.
Material Changes
The material change reported is the appointment of a new senior executive:
- Position Created: President and Chief Operating Officer (COO).
- Appointee: James P. Breslawski, 51.
- Background: Mr. Breslawski has been an Executive Vice President and Board member since 1992. He previously served as President of the U.S. Dental Business (1990–2005) and held various finance roles, including CFO, between 1980 and 1990.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide a clear value for financial guidance, future outlook, management commentary on strategy, specific risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The document focuses solely on the personnel change.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the effective date of James P. Breslawski's new role as President and COO.
- Confirm if this appointment triggers any changes to existing executive compensation agreements or board dynamics.
- Review the referenced Press Release (Exhibit 99.1) for additional strategic context not included in the 8-K text.