Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Douglas Emmett, Inc.
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: November 17, 2011
Reporting Period: Event date of November 17, 2011
Key Financial Metrics
This filing does not contain financial statements, revenue, profit, cash flow, margin, debt, or liquidity data. The document is a current report regarding corporate governance changes.
Material Changes
Board of Directors Election: On November 17, 2011, the Board of Directors elected Christopher Anderson as a director. Mr. Anderson will serve as a member of the Board's Nominating and Governance Committee.
- Background: Mr. Anderson has over 35 years of experience in the Los Angeles real estate industry.
- History: He co-founded the company's predecessor and held senior positions, including Executive Vice President, until his retirement in 2006.
- Independence: The Board determined Mr. Anderson is independent under New York Stock Exchange listing standards and the company's Corporate Governance Standards.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing does not provide financial guidance, outlook, management commentary on operations, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. It includes a press release dated November 17, 2011, as an exhibit.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the independence status of Christopher Anderson under current NYSE listing standards.
- Review the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for additional context on the appointment.
- Confirm the composition of the Nominating and Governance Committee following this appointment.