Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K filing by Belden Inc. reports a corporate governance event dated January 5, 2026. The company is incorporated in Delaware and its common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BDC.
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 primary material change reported is the appointment of a new executive officer:
- Brad Dineley has been named Executive Vice President – Chief Digital and Operations Officer, effective January 5, 2026.
- Mr. Dineley holds global responsibility for the role and reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
- He joins Belden from TE Connectivity, where he served as Vice President of Operations Excellence, and previously held roles at the Schaeffler Group.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing does not contain financial guidance, outlook statements, or specific risk disclosures. Regarding compensatory arrangements, the filing notes that as an executive officer, Mr. Dineley will participate in the Belden Executive Severance Plan.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the full terms of the Belden Executive Severance Plan applicable to Mr. Dineley.
- Review the strategic rationale for appointing a Chief Digital and Operations Officer with a background in operations excellence.
- Confirm the reporting structure and specific scope of authority for the new role relative to existing operations leadership.