Huron Consulting Group Inc. - Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Current Report on Form 8-K was filed by Huron Consulting Group Inc. on February 22, 2019. The report discloses corporate governance changes effective February 26, 2019, involving the appointment of new officers to the Company's executive leadership team.
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 appointments and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is the restructuring of executive roles effective February 26, 2019:
- C. Mark Hussey was appointed President, succeeding James H. Roth.
- James H. Roth will continue to serve as Chief Executive Officer.
- C. Mark Hussey will continue to serve as Chief Operating Officer.
- Ellen P. Wong was appointed Chief Accounting Officer and will serve as the Company's principal accounting officer.
Management Commentary and Background
The filing provides background on the appointed officers:
- C. Mark Hussey (Age 58): Has served as COO since February 2014 and Executive Vice President since July 2011. Previously served as CFO (2011-2017) and Treasurer (2011-2016). Holds a B.S. in Accountancy and an M.B.A. in Finance. He is a CFA, CMA, and CPA.
- Ellen P. Wong (Age 48): Most recently served as Vice President and Controller (2015-2019). Joined the Company in 2004. Previously worked at Charles Schwab. She holds a B.B.A. in Accounting and is a CPA.
The Company confirmed there are no family relationships between the new appointees and other officers or directors, and no related-party transactions were disclosed.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the effective date of the leadership transition (February 26, 2019).
- Confirm the continued tenure of James H. Roth as CEO.
- Review the professional qualifications and tenure of C. Mark Hussey and Ellen P. Wong within the organization.
- Note that this filing contains no financial results; refer to the most recent 10-K or 10-Q for financial metrics.