Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K filing by Eastman Kodak Company covers events occurring on May 26, 2009, with the report dated June 1, 2009. The filing addresses significant changes in the company's executive leadership, specifically within the finance and accounting function.
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
- Resignation: Diane Wilfong, Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer, announced her resignation on May 26, 2009.
- Appointment: The Board of Directors elected Eric Samuels, age 41, as the new Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer on May 29, 2009.
- Effective Date: Mr. Samuels' appointment is effective July 1, 2009.
- Background: Mr. Samuels joined the company in 2004 and previously served as Assistant Controller since September 2006.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing does not contain guidance, outlook, management commentary on financial performance, or specific risk factors. The primary contingency noted is the transition of the Chief Accounting Officer role, which is scheduled to be completed by July 1, 2009.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the effective date of Eric Samuels' tenure as Corporate Controller (July 1, 2009).
- Confirm the interim arrangements for the Chief Accounting Officer role between the resignation and the new appointment.
- Review the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for additional details on the leadership transition.