Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K is a current report filed by Quaker Chemical Corporation (KWR) on July 7, 2026, regarding events occurring on June 30, 2026. The filing addresses a change in the company's senior financial leadership.
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
- Departure: Steven Dassing resigned as Vice President, Corporate Controller, and Principal Accounting Officer, effective July 22, 2026.
- Reason for Departure: Mr. Dassing is pursuing another career opportunity; the resignation is not the result of any dispute with the Company.
- Appointment: Mr. Coler (Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer) will assume the role of Principal Accounting Officer upon Mr. Dassing's departure.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no guidance, outlook, or management commentary regarding future financial performance. No risks, contingencies, or unusual items were disclosed in this report. The company confirmed there are no new compensatory arrangements for Mr. Coler related to this appointment and no undisclosed family relationships or material interests.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the effective date of the leadership transition (July 22, 2026).
- Confirm Mr. Coler's biographical details in the 2025 Form 10-K filed on February 23, 2026.
- Monitor future filings for the appointment of a new Corporate Controller if Mr. Coler does not retain that specific title.