Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by American Express Company on June 27, 2023. The filing reports significant changes in executive leadership, specifically the departure of the Chief Financial Officer and the appointment of a successor.
Key Financial Metrics
This filing does not contain financial performance data. There are no reported values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity in this document.
Material Changes
- Departure of CFO: Jeffrey C. Campbell announced his retirement. He will remain as Chief Financial Officer until August 14, 2023, and serve as Vice Chairman until his full retirement in March 2024.
- Appointment of New CFO: Christophe Le Caillec was appointed as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 14, 2023. Mr. Le Caillec has served as Deputy CFO since December 2021 and Head of Corporate Planning since February 2019.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no financial guidance, outlook, management commentary on business performance, or discussion of risks and contingencies. The document focuses exclusively on the personnel transition.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the transition timeline: Mr. Campbell remains CFO until August 14, 2023.
- Confirm Mr. Le Caillec's start date as CFO is August 14, 2023.
- Note that Mr. Campbell will continue as Vice Chairman until March 2024.
- Review the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for additional details on the leadership change.